Rook
1502 Fawcett Ave,
Tacoma, WA 98402
$1,495 - $3,150
Studio - 2 Beds
Living in Tacoma offers sweeping views of Mount Rainier and easy access to Puget Sound's waterfront. This port city features an array of housing options, from historic Craftsman homes in the North End to apartments in downtown. Point Defiance Park spans 700 acres, featuring beaches, hiking trails, and the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. The Stadium and Proctor Districts each offer local shops and restaurants within walkable neighborhoods. Current rental data shows average rents of $1,481 for one-bedroom apartments with a 1.93% annual increase.
The Museum of Glass, connected to downtown by the Bridge of Glass showcasing Dale Chihuly's works, anchors Tacoma's museum district. The University of Washington Tacoma campus occupies beautifully restored historic warehouses, while the Theatre District's Pantages Theater hosts performances throughout the year. The city's dining scene flourishes along 6th Avenue and in the Lincoln International District. Ruston Way's waterfront path offers waterside dining and recreation opportunities with panoramic views. Originally a railroad terminus, Tacoma retains its historic architecture while embracing modern development throughout its neighborhoods.
Tacoma's impressive Museum of Glass
Historic Union Station in Tacoma
Stadium High School's legendary football field overlooking Puget Sound
Boating is a popular Tacoma pastime
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Tacoma, WA is $1,248 for a studio, $1,499 for one bedroom, $1,796 for two bedrooms, and $2,211 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Tacoma has increased by 1.9% in the past year.
The cost of living in Tacoma, WA is 27.6% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Tacoma is 62.3% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,247 - $2,208. You can expect to pay 8.6% more for groceries, 9.8% less for utilities, and 27.8% more for transportation.
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Tacoma, WA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Minimal Transit
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Browns Point Elementary School
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Bryant Montessori Middle School
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School of Industrial Design Engineering And Art (iDEA)
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