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5228 S Mason Ave,
Tacoma, WA 98409
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2-4 Beds
The Verandas Apartment Homes
3509 S Orchard St W,
Tacoma,
WA
98466
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
740 - 1,240 sq ft
The Verandas Apartment Homes
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The Verandas Apartment Homes isnt just where you liveits where your lifestyle expands. These apartments in South Tacoma, WA, offer the perfect balance of comfort and connection, with beautifully designed one, two, and three-bedroom layouts to suit the rhythm of any household. Nestled in the peaceful Fircrest neighborhood, you'll experience the calm of suburban living without losing your link to the city.
Highlights
- Tanning Salon
- Cabana
- Pool
- Fireplace
- Balcony
- Hardwood Floors
- Patio
About The Verandas Apartment Homes
The Verandas Apartment Homes isnt just where you liveits where your lifestyle expands. These apartments in South Tacoma, WA, offer the perfect balance of comfort and connection, with beautifully designed one, two, and three-bedroom layouts to suit the rhythm of any household. Nestled in the peaceful Fircrest neighborhood, you'll experience the calm of suburban living without losing your link to the city.
The Verandas Apartment Homes is an apartment community located in Pierce County and the 98466 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Tacoma School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Flexible Monthly Payments with Flex Rent
- Updated Appliances
- Lots of Closet Space
- Wood Burning Fireplaces
- Garbage Disposal
- Translation Service Available
- Outdoor Playground
- Reserved Parking
- In-Unit Washer & Dryer
- Extra Storage on Your Private Patio
- Pet Friendly
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Playground
Clubhouse
- Online Services
- Clubhouse
- Tanning Salon
- Walk-Up
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Playground
- Cabana
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Dining Room
- Balcony
- Patio
3509 S Orchard St W,
Tacoma,
WA
98466
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 Tacoma
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| South Tacoma | Tacoma, WA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,311 | $1,257 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,398 | $1,492 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,736 | $1,799 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,085 | $2,216 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi |
The Verandas Apartment Homes is within 6 minutes or 2.2 miles from Tacoma Community College. It is also near University of Puget Sound and UW Tacoma.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
326 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
15 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
587 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
694 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
847 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Tacoma include St Joseph, located 3.8 miles from The Verandas Apartment Homes. The Verandas Apartment Homes is near Seattle-Tacoma International, located 25.1 miles or 39 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi | |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.4 mi |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi | |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.8 mi |
| Drive: | 11 min | 6.6 mi | |
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Olympia-Lacey Amtrak Station
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Drive: | 45 min | 26.4 mi |
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Drive: | 47 min | 35.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Seattle-Tacoma International
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Drive: | 39 min | 25.1 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
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
Scores provided by
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
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Soundscore™
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Traffic
-Airport
-Businesses
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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 The Verandas Apartment Homes.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
The Verandas Apartment Homes has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 11-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Tacoma Nature Center
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Adriana Hess/Tahoma Audubon Center
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Chambers Creek Regional Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
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Chambers Creek Regional Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
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Seymour Botanical Conservatory
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.1 mi |
The Verandas Apartment Homes has 5 parks within 5.1 miles, including Tacoma Nature Center, Adriana Hess/Tahoma Audubon Center, and Chambers Creek Regional Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 13.7 mi |
The Verandas Apartment Homes has 3 hospitals within 13.7 miles, the nearest is St. Joseph Medical Center which is 3.8 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 16 min | 7.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 9.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 33 min | 14.9 mi |
The Verandas Apartment Homes has 3 military bases within 14.9 miles, the nearest is McChord Air Force Base which is 7.5 miles away and a 16 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.
3509 S Orchard St W
Tacoma, WA 98466