El Popo
3228 S Union Ave,
Tacoma,
WA
98409
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Monthly Rent
$875
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Bedrooms
1 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
450 sq ft
El Popo offers a blend of livability, design, and quality. This community is located in the South Tacoma area of Tacoma. The leasing team is available to help you find your new home. At El Popo you're home.
Highlights
- Property Manager on Site
- Views
Pricing & Floor Plans
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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Utilities & Essentials
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Utility - Water/Sewage/GarbageCharged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party$150 / mo
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant. Payable to 3rd Party$35
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Due at Move-In
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Administrative FeeCharged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party$250
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Security Deposit - Non-RefundableCharged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party$800
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Due at Application
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Surface LotParking Available
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Storage Locker
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Storage FeeCharged per rentable item. Payable to 3rd Party$50 / mo
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Additional Storage Options
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Storage Unit
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Pet RentPet rent ranges from $50 - $100 per pet depending on each pets individual PetScreening Charged per occurrence. Payable to 3rd Party$50 - $100 / mo
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PetScreeningThis is the PetScreening fee/pet. It is $25 if you pay with a debit card, and $30 if you pay with credit card. Profiles are renewed annually, or you need to submit a screening for any added pets at any point in your lease. Charged per occurrence. Payable to 3rd Party$25 - $30 / yr
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Property Information
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Built in 1962
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60 units/3 stories
About El Popo
El Popo offers a blend of livability, design, and quality. This community is located in the South Tacoma area of Tacoma. The leasing team is available to help you find your new home. At El Popo you're home.
El Popo is an apartment community located in Pierce County and the 98409 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Tacoma attendance zone.
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Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Courtyard
Apartment Features
High Speed Internet Access
Microwave
Refrigerator
Disposal
- High Speed Internet Access
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Satellite TV
- Disposal
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Views
- Window Coverings
- Lawn
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Courtyard
- High Speed Internet Access
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Satellite TV
- Disposal
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Views
- Window Coverings
- Lawn
| Monday | 9am - 5:30pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 2pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Located just a few miles southwest of Downtown Tacoma, South Tacoma is a suburban neighborhood brimming with affordable apartments, townhomes, and houses available for rent. In addition to quiet neighborhoods covered in lush greenery, South Tacoma residents enjoy quick access to Tacoma Mall, which sits in the northeastern portion of the community.
There are plenty of great spots to bask in the outdoors close to home, from Wapato Park to Cheney Stadium, home of the Tacoma Rainiers. South Tacoma is especially popular with commuters for its proximity to Highway 16, Interstate 5, and the Sounder Train’s Sounder South line.
Learn more about living in South TacomaCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| South Tacoma | Tacoma, WA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,272 | $1,250 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,368 | $1,483 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,728 | $1,784 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,127 | $2,221 |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi |
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Transportation options available in Tacoma include St Joseph, located 2.6 miles from El Popo. El Popo is near Seattle-Tacoma International, located 23.8 miles or 37 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi | |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.8 mi |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi | |
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Drive: | 5 min | 3.2 mi |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.4 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 2.0 mi | |
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Drive: | 5 min | 3.1 mi |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.8 mi | |
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Drive: | 18 min | 10.8 mi |
| Drive: | 18 min | 10.8 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Seattle-Tacoma International
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Drive: | 37 min | 23.8 mi |
Time and distance from El Popo.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Tacoma Nature Center
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Adriana Hess/Tahoma Audubon Center
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
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Chambers Creek Regional Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi |
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Children's Museum of Tacoma
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.0 mi |
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Seymour Botanical Conservatory
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.1 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 6.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 12.4 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 10.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 32 min | 15.5 mi |
El Popo Photos
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While El Popo does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Parking is available at El Popo. Contact this property for details.
El Popo has one-bedroom apartments renting for $875/mo.
Yes, El Popo welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $875 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $32,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.
El Popo is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
While El Popo does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
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3228 S Union Ave
Tacoma, WA 98409