One-bedroom student apartments near University of Puget Sound

Explore 1 bedroom apartments near University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, WA. This guide highlights live listings, rent trends, and student-focused insights for students wanting private bedrooms.

Average rent

$897/mo

Walk score

89/100

Listings

24

Avg commute

~22 min

Student budget fit

Typical all-in monthly costs near University of Puget Sound land around ~$3,460/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.

Safety insights

Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this hub are ranked for student-friendly walkability and residential stability.

Transportation for students

Transit convenience near Tacoma, WA scores about 78/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.

Best areas for students

Students targeting 1 bedroom apartments often start in Tacoma Heights and College Hill before expanding search radius.

Popular apartment communities

Inventory near University of Puget Sound includes mix of small complexes and shared houses. Compare 24 active listings filtered for 1 bedroom apartments.

Rent trends

Studio trend

$2,200/mo avg

1 bedroom trend

$2,700/mo avg

2 bedroom trend

$3,750/mo avg

This topic avg

$897/mo

Housing match score

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Affordability

91/100

Relative to campus median rents

Safety

79/100

Walkability and residential stability

Convenience

90/100

Commute and daily errands

Nightlife

95/100

Social scene proximity

Transportation

73/100

Transit and bike access

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Frequently asked questions

How much does 1 bedroom apartments cost near University of Puget Sound?

Filtered listings average about $897/month. Campus-wide averages run $2,700 for 1BR and $3,750 for 2BR.

Is 1 bedroom apartments good for students wanting private bedrooms?

International students should prioritize transit access, furnished options, and clear utility rules. Many arrivals time housing to orientation week — start early if you need guarantor or proof-of-funds paperwork.…

When should University of Puget Sound students start searching?

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For University of Puget Sound, starting 90 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

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