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5221 S M St #2
5221 S M St #2, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA

Monthly rent	$1,800
Beds	2
Baths	1
Sqft	–

Monthly rent	$1,800
Beds	2
Baths	1
Sqft	–

Updated 3 Hours Ago

Highlights

Pet Friendly

Location

5221 S M St #2, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA|South End

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Contact

Keyrenter Tacoma Property Management

(844) 243-9986 ext. 5618

Property Overview

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Things you’ll love

Elementary school nearby
Middle school nearby
Extra storage

Great for

Pet owners

Amenities for 5221 S M St #2, South End

Apartment Amenities

Carpet

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Building

Business Center	Cats OK
Dogs OK	Onsite Laundry

Services

On-Site Management

Package Service

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

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Cat Policy

Allowed

Large Dog Policy

Allowed

Other Policy

Allowed

Small Dog Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Lease terms	12+ months

About 5221 S M St #2

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5221 S M St #2, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA

Welcome to 5221 S M St Unit 2, a comfortable 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental home in Tacoma, Washington. This home features a spacious living room, Lvp flooring, brand new carpet, two bedrooms, and a functional kitchen with a new refrigerator being installed. The hallway bathroom includes a convenient shower, while onsite shared laundry and off-street parking add even more convenience for residents. Located in South Tacoma, this rental offers convenient access to Wapato Park and Little Wapato Lake, Tacoma Mall, Tacoma Place shopping center, restaurants, grocery stores, and other everyday amenities. The location also provides easy access to Lincoln High School, Bates Technical College, the University of Washington Tacoma, Tacoma Community College, and schools throughout the surrounding area. Downtown Tacoma is nearby, offering a variety of dining, shopping, entertainment, and local attractions. With convenient freeway and highway access, this Tacoma rental is well positioned for commuting throughout Tacoma and the surrounding South Sound area. Jblm is also easily accessible, making this a convenient home for military personnel, students, working professionals, and commuters. If you are looking for a 2-bedroom rental in Tacoma with new carpet, Lvp flooring, onsite shared laundry, off street parking, and convenient access to shopping, parks, schools, Downtown Tacoma, and major roadways, 5221 S M St Unit 2 is worth a look. Visit our website to schedule your own private viewing! HOME Features: • Home Video Tour: https youtu be -Dsl47udVfc • Lvp flooring • Brand new carpet • Kitchen • New fridge being installed • Living room • 2 bedrooms • Hallway bathroom • Bathroom with shower • Laundry room onsite (shared) • Off-street parking COMMUNITY Features: • Wapato Park / Little Wapato Lake (3 minutes) • Tacoma Public Library (5 minutes) • Freeway & highway access (5 minutes) • Tacoma Mall (5 minutes) • Tacoma Place shopping center (5 minutes) • Lincoln High School (5 minutes) • Bates Technical College (10 minutes) • Downtown Tacoma entertainment, dining, & shopping (10 minutes) • University of Washington Tacoma (10 minutes) • Tacoma Community College (15 minutes) • Jblm (15 minutes) • Elementary, middle, and high schools in the area • Restaurants and grocery stores nearby THE Basics: • Lease Term: 1 Year Lease • Pet Policy: Pets Allowed (max 2 pets allowed) • Tenant responsible for all utilities IMPORTANT Things You Should Know: • No smoking on the premises • Application processing time is 1-3 business days. • Please review Keyrenter's Application Criteria prior to applying. • $50 N/r Application Fee per applicant 18 or older • $55 Resident Benefit Package #1 • Renters & $100k General Limited Liability Insurance Required • Deposit: $1,800 • $50 monthly pet fee + 1x $300 additional N/r fee per pet (if applicable) DISCLAIMER: All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and are subject to change. Keyrenter Does Not advertise on, nor do we ask for payment to view our properties. Protect yourself from scammers! AMENITIES: * Living Room * Stove/Oven * Refrigerator * Wall Mounted Cadet Heaters * Off-Street Parking * New fridge * LVP-Flooring * Shared Laundry Room Washer/Dryer * brand new carpets * 2 bedrooms By submitting your information on this page you consent to being contacted by the Property Manager and RentEngine via SMS, phone, or email.

Property highlights

How 5221 S M St, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby: There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Middle school nearby: There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
Extra storage: In-unit features
Images Available: There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools: The nearest high school is farther than 1.2 miles away

Address details

Neighborhood	South End
Zip code	98408
Type	Apartment for rent

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Rent trends in South End

2-bedroom apartments at 5221 S M St #2 cost about 6% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Tacoma.

Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.

South End

Tacoma

A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Tacoma
Month	Median Rent
October 2024	$1,728
November 2024	$1,743
December 2024	$1,736
January 2025	$1,700
February 2025	$1,700
March 2025	$1,704
April 2025	$1,712
May 2025	$1,759
June 2025	$1,794
July 2025	$1,796
August 2025	$1,834
September 2025	$1,853
October 2025	$1,886
November 2025	$1,827
December 2025	$1,830
January 2026	$1,845
February 2026	$1,825
March 2026	$1,806
April 2026	$1,797
May 2026	$1,817
June 2026	$1,869
July 2026	$1,780
August 2026	$1,757
September 2026	$1,757
October 2026	$1,775

A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South End
Month	Median Rent
October 2024	$1,695
November 2024	$1,670
December 2024	$1,695
January 2025	$1,695
February 2025	$1,688
March 2025	$1,666
April 2025	$1,619
May 2025	$1,559
June 2025	$1,605
July 2025	$1,642
August 2025	$1,644
September 2025	$1,614
October 2025	$1,565
November 2025	$1,531
December 2025	$1,621
January 2026	$1,647
February 2026	$1,619
March 2026	$1,603
April 2026	$1,620
May 2026	$1,660
June 2026	$1,674
July 2026	$1,656
August 2026	$1,619
September 2026	$1,686
October 2026	$1,700

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$72,000/yr

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Rent history

Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 5221 S M St, Tacoma, WA.
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	2 months ago	$1,100	1 bed	1 bath
	2 months ago	$1,100	1 bed	1 bath

Schools near 5221 S M St #2

Internet available near 5221 S M St #2

Neighborhood

South End | Tacoma, WA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE

Peaceful and quiet

Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Tacoma near 5221 S M St #2

Walking

6/10

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

Driving

7/10

This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10

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

Transit

4/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5221 S M St #2, Tacoma

Groceries

9/10

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10

Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

7/10

Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10

At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10

At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10

Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10

Variety of bars within a short drive

Other units at this address

5221 S M St, Tacoma, WA

5221 S M St Tacoma, WA

Occupied

4

1 Bed

1 Bath

– sqft

$1,100

Assigned Parking

Listed by Keyrenter Tacoma Property Management

Days on market: 66

Discover affordable Tacoma living at 5221 S M St Unit 4. This studio apartment offers a practical and comfortable layout for anyone seeking a budget-friendly rental home in Tacoma, Washington. The open living and sleeping area provide flexibility to arrange your furniture and personalize the unit to fit your needs. The unit includes a convenient kitchen for preparing meals and a private bathroom featuring a shower. It's simple, low-maintenance layout makes it an appealing choice for anyone searching for an affordable and comfortable studio apartment in Tacoma. Conveniently located near local shopping, dining, public transportation and everyday services, this Tacoma studio rental places essential amenities within easy reach. Schedule a showing today to explore this affordable studio apartment at 5221 S M St Unit 4. Home Features: Home Video Tour: Coming soon. Upstairs studio unit. Lvp flooring. Newly painted. Kitchen. Bathroom with shower. Office area. Storage space. Off-street parking. Community Features: Wapato Park / Little Wapato Lake (3 minutes) Tacoma Public Library (5 minutes) Freeway & highway access (5 minutes) Tacoma Mall (5 minutes) Tacoma Place shopping center (5 minutes) Lincoln High School (5 minutes) Bates Technical College (10 minutes) Downtown Tacoma entertainment, dining, & shopping (10 minutes) University of Washington Tacoma (10 minutes) Tacoma Community College (15 minutes) Jblm (15 minutes) Elementary, middle and high schools in the area. Restaurants and grocery stores nearby. The Basics: Lease Term: 1 Year Lease. Pet Policy: Pets Allowed (w/a 2 pet property maximum) Tenant responsible for all utilities. Important Things You Should Know: No smoking on the premises. Application processing time is 1-3 business days. Please review Keyrenter's Application Criteria prior to applying. $50 N/R Application Fee per applicant 18 or older. $30/Monthly Rental Admin Fee. Renters & $100k General Limited Liability Insurance Required. Deposit: $1,100. $50 monthly pet fee + 1x $300 additional N/R fee per pet (if applicable) Disclaimer: All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and are subject to change. Keyrenter Does Not advertise on, nor do we ask for payment to view our properties. Amenities: Stove/Oven. Refrigerator. Wall Mounted Cadet Heaters. Off-Street Parking. LVP-Flooring. Upstairs Unit. Storage. Private bathroom. Pet Friendly, Range Oven, Refrigerator, Window Coverings, Office, Laminate & Baseboard. Provided by rentalsource com