Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Tacoma, WA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Tacoma rent stands today
Tacoma, WA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,650/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with month-to-month rent also essentially unchanged in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Tacoma is 13.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 470 total rentals available. This positions Tacoma as an accessible market for renters seeking value.
Price ranges
Studios rent for about $1,200/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,395/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,777/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $2,450/month and 4+ bedrooms at $3,000/month. Apartments comprise 64.5% of rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Northeast Tacoma saw a 25.0% year-over-year rent increase, contrasting with the citywide flat trend. This rise shows localized strength within Tacoma's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Tacoma
$1,650/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Tacoma is $1,650 per month as of October 2026. This is 13% below the national average rent, or $250 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Tacoma
470
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Tacoma rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Tacoma, WA
Average rent prices in Tacoma have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Tacoma, WA
Rent prices in Tacoma vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Tacoma is $1,500, whereas a house costs $2,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Tacoma run $1,397 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,695.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,199 |  1% | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $1,395 | No Change |  2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,777 | 3% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $2,450 | 4% | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $3,000 | 1% | 9% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Central | $1,845 | |
Eastside | $1,650 | |
New Tacoma | $1,495 | |
North End | $1,650 | |
Northeast Tacoma | $2,895 | |
South End | $1,577 | |
South Tacoma | $1,550 | |
West End | $1,901 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,500 | No Change | 3% | |
Condos | $1,950 | 3% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,600 | No Change | 14% | |
Rooms | $912 | 8% | 31% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,199
Last 30 days
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,777
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,450
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,000
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
9%
New Tacoma
Average rent
$1,495
South Tacoma
Average rent
$1,550
South End
Average rent
$1,577
Central
Average rent
$1,845
West End
Average rent
$1,901
North End
Average rent
$1,650
Eastside
Average rent
$1,650
Northeast Tacoma
Average rent
$2,895
Apartments
Average rent
$1,500
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,950
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$2,600
Last year
14%
Rooms
Average rent
$912
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
31%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Tacoma, WA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Tacoma, WA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Tacoma and Auburn by all bedroom counts and property types.
Tacoma
13%lower than the national median
3%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Tacoma, WA is 15% lower than the median rent in Auburn, WA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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Cost of living in Tacoma, WA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 15% higher |
| Groceries | 10% higher |
| Health | 13% higher |
| Housing | 30% higher |
| Transportation | 46% higher |
| Utilities | 2% higher |
Discover rentals in Tacoma, WA
13h ago
304 Puyallup Ave, Tacoma, WA 98421
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$564–$1,386
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
921 N Alder St, Tacoma, WA 98406
1 bed
3 baths
$625
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Central apartment for rent in Tacoma
2 beds
1 bath
$735
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4h ago
1302 E 40th St, Tacoma, WA 98404
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$8,039
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Central townhouse for rent in Tacoma
2107 S G St, Tacoma, WA 98405
3 beds
2 baths
$4,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 22
5d+ ago
Central townhouse for rent in Tacoma
620 S 23rd St #620, Tacoma, WA 98405
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 5
5d+ ago
New Tacoma apartment for rent in Tacoma
2120 Commerce St #210, Tacoma, WA 98402
2 beds
2 baths
$4,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 25
13h ago
Verified
1915 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,351–$3,124
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1328 Market St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,301–$1,445
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
3815 N Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 98407
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,515–$2,056
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 10-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
19h ago
Verified
3509 S Orchard St, Tacoma, WA 98466
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,501–$1,631
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 7-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
3815 N Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 98407
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,515–$2,056
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 10-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
6409 S 12th St, Tacoma, WA 98465
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,380–$1,734
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1942 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,119–$1,539
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
9314 S Ash St, Tacoma, WA 98444
2 beds
1 bath
$1,605–$1,621
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 9-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
1915 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,351–$3,124
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1328 Market St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,301–$1,445
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
6409 S 12th St, Tacoma, WA 98465
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,380–$1,734
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
601 S Shirley St, Tacoma, WA 98465
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,949–$3,188
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 3-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Tacoma, WA
Quick answers to common questions about the Tacoma rental market.
How much is rent in Tacoma?
The average rent in Tacoma is $1,650 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Tacoma?
Average rent prices in Tacoma have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Tacoma rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Tacoma is 13% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $250 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Tacoma?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Tacoma are New Tacoma ($1,495/mo), South Tacoma ($1,550/mo), and South End ($1,577/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Tacoma?
To comfortably afford rent in Tacoma, you'd need to earn approximately $66,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Tacoma?
December offers the best timing for apartment hunting in Tacoma, with lower demand and less competition from other renters. March sees the highest competition, while September typically has the highest rents with about a 4.2% difference from March's lowest prices.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).