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Downtown Neighborhood Guide Tacoma, WA

About

Downtown Tacoma, Washington is a vibrant neighborhood set against the stunning backdrop of Mount Rainier. It's centrally located along the major freeway I-5, and crisscrossed by Pacific Avenue, providing easy access to the entire city. The city's heartbeat is highlighted by its array of shops, restaurants, and local businesses that line its lively streets. The Museum of Glass, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, and the Tacoma Dome are popular attractions offering both residents and visitors diverse recreational activities.

What You Will Love about downtown, Tacoma, Washington

  • Downtown Tacoma is home to some of the city's most popular museums, including the Museum of Glass, known for its remarkable exhibits and live glassblowing demonstrations.
  • The vibrant arts scene in downtown Tacoma is worth exploring, with a unique mix of galleries, theaters and public art installations.
  • The lively downtown farmers market on Broadway offers a bounty of fresh produce, locally-made goods, and street food.

What's Nearby

Downtown Tacoma is a stone's throw away from Ruston Way Waterfront, a scenic stretch offering fabulous dining options with panoramic views of Puget Sound. The neighborhood is also in close proximity to UW Tacoma campus, adding a youthful energy. Just a short drive away is Point Defiance Park, one of the largest urban parks in the country.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle in Downtown Tacoma strikes a balance between urban excitement and Pacific Northwest serenity. Residents enjoy the bustle of city living with local coffee shops, boutiques, and vibrant nightlife, while also appreciating the easier access to outdoor adventures like hiking at Mount Rainier or walking along Ruston Way Waterfront.

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160 Properties Available for Rent

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Rental Trends in Downtown

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Last updated 9/14/2024
160 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 308 restaurants, 33 grocery stores, and 28 parks within a mile of the Downtown neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    M & H Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.1 miles

    767 Market St

  • GROCERY
    St Helens Ave Mercantile

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.1 miles

    753 St Helens Ave

  • GROCERY
    Broadway Quick Stop Market & Deli

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.1 miles

    924 Broadway

  • GROCERY
    D Town Market

    Retail, Drugstore, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.1 miles

    747 Commerce St

  • GROCERY
    Food & Drug Administration

    Retail, Drugstore, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.1 miles

    949 Market St

  • GROCERY
    I Street Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.4 miles

    721 S I St

Downtown Apartments and Rentals

160 Rental properties in Downtown, Tacoma, WA.

  • The Grand On Broadway property

    $1,399+

    The Grand On Broadway

    Studio–1 Beds • 1 Bath

    291–870 Sqft

    5 Units Available

  • The Ruby Apartments property

    $1,375+

    The Ruby Apartments

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    355–904 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Walker property

    $1,550+

    Walker

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    730–859 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • One St. Helens property

    $2,225

    One St. Helens

    2 Beds • 2 Baths

    1114 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • The Henry Apartments property

    $1,770+

    The Henry Apartments

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    537–1327 Sqft

    5 Units Available

  • Theas Landing property

    $1,730+

    Theas Landing

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    538–1277 Sqft

    2 Units Available

160 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
2.8%
60.9%
utilities
4.6%
8.6%
food
0.4%
11%
transportation
2.1%
28.7%
healthcare
0.3%
21.9%

Downtown Transportation

walk bike and transit

Very Walkable

88/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Bikeable

54/100
Bike Score®

Theater District Station

Train Stop

Tacoma, WA 98402, USA

Sound Transit

Other

Tacoma Ave S

Greyhound Bus Lines

Other

510 Puyallup Ave

Source: foursquare.com

Downtown Schools

160 Properties Available for Rent