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2201 104th St S,
Tacoma, WA 98444
$1,475 - $2,500
1-3 Beds
Gage On Sixth
601 S Shirley St,
Tacoma,
WA
98406
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
524 - 1,046 sq ft
Gage On Sixth
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Highlights
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Deck
- Island Kitchen
- Dog Park
- Grill
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
- Hardwood Floors
About Gage On Sixth
Welcome to Gage on Sixth Apartments, where modern homes and dynamic surroundings set the stage for an experience that's anything but ordinary. Designed for those who live boldly, our apartments in Tacoma, WA, are appointed with top-notch features, from stainless-steel appliances to sought-after additions like washers and dryers. The community offers a curated mix of charming perks, including an outdoor swimming pool, a game room, and a work-from-home suite. We elevate your downtime with exclusive spaces crafted for gathering, unwinding, and everything in between. Enjoy good times at the poolside kitchen and bar, cook your favorite meals at the barbecue grill, or spend your evenings curled up by the firepit. You can also push your limits in the fitness center and keep your ride road-ready thanks to covered parking and EV charging stations. If your furry companions are tagging along, they'll love the bark park and dog wash station!
Gage On Sixth is an apartment community located in Pierce County and the 98406 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Tacoma School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- *In Select Homes
- Added Linen Storage*
- Bark Park & Dog Wash
- Carpeted Bedrooms
- Decks & Juliet Balconies*
- EV Charging Stations
- Game Room
- Gas Barbeque Grill & Firepit
- Instant-On Fiber Internet Ready
- Kitchen Islands*
- Off Street Parking
- Pantry Storage*
- Patio/Balcony
- Poolside Kitchen & Bar
- Resort-Style Swimming Pool
- Tile Backsplash
- USB Charging Ports
- Walk-in Closets*
- Wood-Look Plank Flooring
- Work-From-Home Suite
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Playground
Grill
- Package Service
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- EV Charging
- Public Transportation
- Walk-Up
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Playground
- Gameroom
- Grill
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Quartz Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
- Deck
601 S Shirley St,
Tacoma,
WA
98406
Nestled along Puget Sound, Tacoma is a seaside city ideally located about halfway between Seattle and Olympia with about 30 miles to both. The city is actually named for Mount Rainier, which was originally called Takhoma. If you are looking at apartments in Tacoma, consider Central Tacoma -- it is located on the west side of Downtown, directly south of the University of Puget Sound. Central Tacoma is home to Cheney Stadium and several golf courses.
Life is easy in Central Tacoma -- Tacoma was named one of the most livable cities in the nation. It is also one of the most pedestrian-friendly, and it is home to Washington State's first electric light rail service. As for culture, Tacoma is home to the most museums in the state.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Central | Tacoma, WA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,485 | $1,248 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,779 | $1,488 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,860 | $1,795 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,891 | $2,200 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.7 mi |
Gage On Sixth is within 4 minutes or 1.4 miles from Tacoma Community College. It is also near University of Puget Sound and UW Tacoma.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Tacoma include 6Th Ave, located 2.7 miles from Gage On Sixth. Gage On Sixth is near Seattle-Tacoma International, located 26.4 miles or 40 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.3 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.1 mi | |
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Drive: | 10 min | 6.0 mi |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.9 mi | |
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Olympia-Lacey Amtrak Station
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Drive: | 48 min | 31.2 mi |
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Drive: | 49 min | 36.9 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Seattle-Tacoma International
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Drive: | 40 min | 26.4 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
72
/ 100
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Gage On Sixth.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
Gage On Sixth has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 12-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Tacoma Nature Center
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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Adriana Hess/Tahoma Audubon Center
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi |
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Seymour Botanical Conservatory
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.2 mi |
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Ruston Way Park
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.8 mi |
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Narrows Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.3 mi |
Gage On Sixth has 5 parks within 4.3 miles, including Tacoma Nature Center, Adriana Hess/Tahoma Audubon Center, and Seymour Botanical Conservatory.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 7.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 10.1 mi |
Gage On Sixth has 3 hospitals within 10.1 miles, the nearest is St. Joseph Medical Center which is 3.6 miles away and a 8 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 20 min | 12.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 14.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 36 min | 19.7 mi |
Gage On Sixth has 3 military bases within 19.7 miles, the nearest is McChord Air Force Base which is 12.3 miles away and a 20 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
601 S Shirley St
Tacoma, WA 98406