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Apartments for Rent in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA

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Apartments for Rent in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA. 337 Rentals Available
  • a kitchen with an island and a living room with a couch
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    601 S Shirley St., Tacoma, WA 98465
    1 BED $1,605
    2 BEDS $2,299+
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  • the front of a green house with a blue sky background
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    816 South Sheridan Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405
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  • 2201 South 19Th St. Studio Apartment for Rent
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    2201 South 19Th St., Tacoma, WA 98405
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  • a renovated kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator
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    3852 S 29Th St, Tacoma, WA 98409
    2 BEDS $1,799
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    4209 S 30Th St., Tacoma, WA 98409
    2 BEDS $1,619
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  • Tacoma Apartments - The Lodge at Madrona Apartments - Kitchen
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    3202 S. Mason Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98409
    1 BED $1,348+
    2 BEDS $1,525+
  • a view of two houses with a wood fence and a sidewalk
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    1618-1620 S G ST, Tacoma, WA 98405
    1 BED $1,425
    2 BEDS $1,875
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink and a counter
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    716 N J Street, Tacoma, WA 98403
    STUDIO $1,250+
    2 BEDS $1,795
  • a rendering of a living room with a pool table
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    1402 Tacoma Ave. S., Tacoma, WA 98402
    STUDIO $1,233
    1 BED $1,373+
    2 BEDS $1,725
  • a living room with chairs and tables and a library
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    1210 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402
    STUDIO $1,365+
    1 BED $1,430+
    2 BEDS $2,255
  • a living room with a pool table in the center of it
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    1515 Tacoma Ave South, Tacoma, WA 98402
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    1 BED $1,855+
    2 BEDS $2,485+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1328 Market Street, Tacoma, WA 98402
    STUDIO $1,229+
    1 BED $1,874+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a fireplace and a couch
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    4023 Lawrence Street, Tacoma, WA 98409
    1 BED $1,147
    2 BEDS $1,374
  • a bedroom with a closet and a mirrored door to a bathroom
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    4019-4029 S Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA 98409
    3 BEDS $2,395+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    409 South 23Rd Street, Tacoma, WA 98402
    STUDIO $1,300+
    1 BED $1,445+
    2 BEDS $1,965+
  • a blue and white sign in the grass in front of a building
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    435 S. Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
    1 BED $911
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
    3 BEDS $1,257
  • a living room with white furniture and a fireplace
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    3509 S Orchard Street, Tacoma, WA 98466
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    2 BEDS $1,685+
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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    2515 Jefferson Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98402
    STUDIO $1,405
    1 BED $1,675+
    2 BEDS $2,135+
  • a living room with a fireplace and orange furniture
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    3911 N 25Th, Tacoma, WA 98406
    STUDIO $1,850+
    1 BED $2,080+
    2 BEDS $3,211+
  • a parking lot with cars parked in front of a building
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    WM Riley Co. 454 LOT C - 440-454 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
  • a large apartment building on a city street
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    436 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
    STUDIO $1,350+
    1 BED $1,599+
    2 BEDS $1,975+
  • a living room with a couch and a table in front of a window
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    1019 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
    STUDIO $1,511+
    1 BED $1,621
    2 BEDS $2,581
  • a living room with a couch and chairs and sliding glass doors
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    4275 S Pine St, Tacoma, WA 98409
    STUDIO $1,589+
    1 BED $1,669+
    2 BEDS $2,321+
  • a white kitchen with a stove and a sink
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    2901 South 45Th St., Tacoma, WA 98409
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
    3 BEDS $2,395
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  • a living room with a fireplace and a green leather couch
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    4332 South 41St St, Tacoma, WA 98409
    2 BEDS $1,685+
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Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA rent trends

Rental prices in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA have decreased by 0.09% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,809 to $1,807.

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The national average price of rental apartments is $1,741, while the average monthly rent in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA is $1,807.

Average rent in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA

$1,807/mo Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA is around $1,807.

    What's the typical rent budget in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA?

    A share of 27% of apartments in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA have the cheapest rents between $1,001-$1,500. Around 4% of rentals are $2,501-$3,000. Around 43% of Central Tacoma's apartments have monthly rents between $1,501-$2,000. There are 26% of apartments with rents between $2,001-$2,500.

    The largest share of rentals in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA (43%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Central Tacoma, WA

    67 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    67 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 67, Bike Score®: 67

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA were last updated on 19 Feb 2026.

    What are the best apartments in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA?

    The best apartments in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA are: Gage On Sixth, 816 South Sheridan Avenue and AJA Holdings Medical Bldg.

    What is the average rent in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA?

    The average rent in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA is $1,390.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA is between $1,605 and $1,960.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA is between $2,299 and $2,670.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA is between $1,605 and $2,670.

    What type of rental buildings are in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA?

    In Central Tacoma 48% of the housing is rented out compared to 52% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 22% of Central Tacoma's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 46% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 32% are single-family rentals.

    Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA demographics

    • 22,212Total Population
    • 11,071 Female
      11,141 Male
    • 38Median Age

    In total, Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA has 22,212 residents, 11,071 women and 11,141 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Central Tacoma’s population is 38.

    Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA households

    • 5,010 Family
      4,533 Non-family
    • 2,411 Children
      7,132 No Children
    • 9,544Total Number of Households
    • 1.8Average People Per Household
    • $80,024Median Household Income

    There is a total of 9,544 households in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA. Of these, 2,411 have children and 7,132 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 5,010 family households and 4,533 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Central Tacoma is 1.8 people, on average. The median household annual income in Central Tacoma equals $80,024, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,703.

    Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 2% of the population in Central Tacoma, Tacoma, WA have no high school education, 30% went to high-school, and 27% have partially completed college. Moreover, 11% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 19% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 11% hold a Graduate Degree.

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