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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • New appliances
  • New cabinets
  • New hardwood flooring
  • 55” flat-screen tv
  • New finishes
  • Easy access

Location

3228 S Union Ave #220, Tacoma, WA 98409, USA|South Tacoma

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Contact

Emily Casey

BlackRock Communities

(253) 604-6230

Property Overview

Updated interiors feature new appliances, cabinets, hardwood flooring, finishes, and a 55" flat-screen TV, with easy access adding everyday convenience. Nearby top-rated middle and high schools and a strong set of listing photos make it easier to understand the home and its surroundings. The area is also highly pet-friendly, with multiple pet hospitals, grooming, and supply options close by.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Amenities for 3228 S Union Ave #220, South Tacoma

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood Floor

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 3228 S Union Ave #220

HomeApartments in TacomaSouth Tacoma 3228 S Union Ave #220, Tacoma, WA 98409, USA

Fully Renovated 1 Bedroom Unit in the Heart of Tacoma — Choose 3 Move-In Perks! Move-in special: Sign a 12-month lease and choose three custom perks to enhance your new home: -3 professional apartment cleanings (to use during your first year) - 55” flat-screen TV (we can mount it for you) - $250 Amazon gift card - Free pet rent for 12 months - $300 Disney+ gift card (All selected perks will be included in your lease. Cleanings must be used within the first 12 months.) *This unit is currently under renovation. These photos are to give an idea of spacing and layout but will be getting all new hardwood flooring; new cabinets; new fixtures; new appliances; fully repainted; new finishes; new lighting. * A truly unique apartment home in a prime Tacoma location. Conveniently situated near Highway 16 and I-5, El Popo Apartments offer easy access to major routes while remaining walkable to schools, shopping, and public transit—making everyday living simple and connected. Call us today to set-up a showing! (253)604-6230


Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 3228 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98409, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Address details

NeighborhoodSouth Tacoma
Zip code98409
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in South Tacoma

1-bedroom apartments at 3228 S Union Ave #220 cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Tacoma.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
South Tacoma
Tacoma
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Tacoma
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,387
July 2024$1,399
August 2024$1,401
September 2024$1,436
October 2024$1,513
November 2024$1,586
December 2024$1,533
January 2025$1,480
February 2025$1,480
March 2025$1,470
April 2025$1,409
May 2025$1,414
June 2025$1,453
July 2025$1,457
August 2025$1,476
September 2025$1,462
October 2025$1,449
November 2025$1,420
December 2025$1,437
January 2026$1,438
February 2026$1,466
March 2026$1,481
April 2026$1,456
May 2026$1,449
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Tacoma
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,193
July 2024$1,264
August 2024$1,212
September 2024$1,199
October 2024$1,325
November 2024$1,277
December 2024$1,273
January 2025$1,286
February 2025$1,325
March 2025$1,384
April 2025$1,374
May 2025$1,397
June 2025$1,347
July 2025$1,298
August 2025$1,347
September 2025$1,384
October 2025$1,342
November 2025$1,339
December 2025$1,349
January 2026$1,317
February 2026$1,295
March 2026$1,295
April 2026$1,331
May 2026$1,348

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 3228 S Union Ave #220?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$55,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,395.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 3228 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA.
3 months ago$1,1951 bed1 bath
3 months ago$1,1701 bed1 bath
4 months ago$1,1701 bed1 bath
6 months ago$9951 bed1 bath
10 months ago$8751 bed1 bath
11 months ago$8751 bed1 bath
1 year ago$8751 bed1 bath
5 years ago$8251 bed1 bath
6 years ago$7251 bed1 bath

Schools near 3228 S Union Ave #220

Madison Headstart

3102 s 43rd st

tacoma, WA, 98409

PKPublic

DeLong Elementary School

4901 s 14 st st

tacoma, WA, 98405

PK, K-5Public
B-

Willard Early Learning Center

3201 s d st

tacoma, WA, 98418

PKPublic

Tacoma Special Services

601 s 8th st

tacoma, WA, 98405

PK, K-12Public

Clover Park Early Learning Program

10202 earley ave sw

lakewood, WA, 98499

PKPublic
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Getting around Tacoma near 3228 S Union Ave #220

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 3228 S Union Ave #220, Tacoma

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

4/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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