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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Covered parking space
- Utilities not included
- Dog run
- Separate storage area
Location
5309 S Fife St, Tacoma, WA 98409, USA|South Tacoma
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Property Overview
Covered parking and a separate storage area add everyday convenience, while the dog run and nearby pet services support a pet-friendly lifestyle. Nearby top-rated elementary and middle schools, along with 11 photos for a quick look at the home, provide useful context for evaluating the space.
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
Elementary school nearby- Less expensive
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 5309 S Fife St, South Tacoma
Apartment Amenities
| Carpet | Fireplace |
| Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| No Smoking |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Other
| One Year Lease |
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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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 5309 S Fife St
$500 move in bonus. SJC will credit $500 towards your first full months rent after move in. One-bedroom cottage for rent in Tacoma. Features a separate storage area that is roughly 400sqft, one covered parking space, dog run, hot water tank installed 2024, and a new gas fireplace installed 2026. Home includes living room, kitchen, one bathroom, and one bedroom. Schedule a showing or take our virtual tour today! Required $85 at move in and $35/mo resident benefit packet. Pets [breed and size restrictions may apply] are allowed pet screening required, approved pets will incur a pet mitigation fee (between $150 and $350) at move-in + a monthly pet fee of $35-$75, max two pets. For more information or to set up a viewing please contact the leasing team at SJC Management Group today! Please note showings can be scheduled online at any time. After hours or weekends, showings must be scheduled and confirmed by our staff before the end of the business day. Our business hours are Monday-Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. We are closed for all major holidays. If there is no showtime available that could be because the home is currently occupied, please request a time and our staff will coordinate a showtime with the current occupant.” ADDITIONAL TERMS: Required $85 at move in and additional $35 per month Resident Benefit Package offers an array of advantages. With this package, you'll enjoy convenient benefits such as regular delivery of furnace filters and additional perks designed to enhance your renting experience. UTILITIES: not included DEPOSIT REQUIRED: $ 1145
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 5309 S Fife St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.7 miles away
- Fireplace
- 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 1.4 miles away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | South Tacoma |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 98409 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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1-bedroom apartments at 5309 S Fife St cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Tacoma.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
South Tacoma
Tacoma
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,583 |
| 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 | $1,458 |
| June 2026 | $1,436 |
| July 2026 | $1,414 |
| August 2026 | $1,401 |
| September 2026 | $1,397 |
| October 2026 | $1,395 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,275 |
| 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 | $1,328 |
| June 2026 | $1,295 |
| July 2026 | $1,307 |
| August 2026 | $1,331 |
| September 2026 | $1,315 |
| October 2026 | $1,301 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 4 months ago | $1,195 |
Schools near 5309 S Fife St
Edison Elementary School
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Willard Early Learning Center
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Clover Park Early Learning Program
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Tacoma Special Services
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PK, K-12Public
Neighborhood
South Tacoma | Tacoma, WA
Getting around Tacoma near 5309 S Fife St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
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 5309 S Fife St, Tacoma
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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