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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Controlled building access
  • Reserved and covered parking
  • In-unit laundry, onsite laundry center
  • Spacious one- and two-bedroom floorplans

Location

501 S 7th St, Tacoma, WA 98402, USA|New Tacoma
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(253) 323-4944

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Tuesday 8:30 am–4:30 pm PT

Property Overview

Baycrest earns a strong overall impression with an 8.3 out of 10 rating, supported by excellent marks for price, amenities, and location, along with a solid trustworthiness score. It also stands out for controlled access, reserved and covered parking, in-unit and onsite laundry options, spacious one- and two-bedroom floorplans, nearby highly rated schools, 24 photos, and pet-friendly conveniences like grooming, supply, and veterinary services nearby.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Baycrest is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Baycrest has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1-Bed1 bed1 bath505 sqft$1,795 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Baycrest

Apartment Amenities

Balcony

Appliances

Oven/RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
Smoke-free

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Services

Recycling
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Application fee charged per applicant.

$35

REQUIRED FEES

Administrative Fee

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. One-time administrative fee charged at lease creation.

$250

Security Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: Refundable. Security deposit: $800.00-1.5x monthly rent.

Usage Based

Monthly Services Fee

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly fee for access to building amenities.

$150

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Other

Reserved and covered parking is available.

Other

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 others max. Reserved and covered parking is available.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

All Pets Policy

Allowed

Cat

Cat Pet Rent

2 cats max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly cat rent for all pets.

$25

Dog

Dog Pet Rent

2 dogs max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly dog rent for all pets.

$25

Pet

All Pets Pet Rent

2 pets max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly pet rent for all pets.

$25

SITUATIONAL FEES

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Building details

Property details

Units30
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About Baycrest

HomeApartments in TacomaNew Tacoma Baycrest

Welcome to Baycrest Apartments, where stunning views of Commencement Bay and the Tacoma skyline meet everyday convenience. Offering spacious one- and two-bedroom floorplans, Baycrest is designed with comfort and functionality in mind. Each unit features thoughtful touches like breakfast bars, and private balconies with views. Residents enjoy controlled building access, reserved and covered parking, in-unit laundry, and an onsite laundry center. Baycrest is also pet-friendly, making it a perfect choice for renters who value both home comforts and city living. Located just minutes from the University of Puget Sound, UW Tacoma, Bates Technical College, the Grand Cinema, and Tacoma's arts and dining scene, Baycrest offers a lifestyle of convenience, community, and charm. Baycrest Apartments is an apartment community located in Pierce County and the 98402 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Tacoma School District attendance zone.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Baycrest is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Baycrest has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Baycrest
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Baycrest stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Baycrest is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Baycrest is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Baycrest does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Baycrest provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Baycrest is great for:

Pet owners

  • 14 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Baycrest compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

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Rent trends in New Tacoma

1-bedroom apartments at Baycrest cost about 16% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in New Tacoma.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
New Tacoma
Tacoma
A table of studio rental data trends in Tacoma
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,255
September 2024$1,280
October 2024$1,257
November 2024$1,339
December 2024$1,296
January 2025$1,275
February 2025$1,261
March 2025$1,308
April 2025$1,180
May 2025$1,197
June 2025$1,223
July 2025$1,209
August 2025$1,194
September 2025$1,211
October 2025$1,215
November 2025$1,204
December 2025$1,248
January 2026$1,230
February 2026$1,210
March 2026$1,236
April 2026$1,242
May 2026$1,204
June 2026$1,198
July 2026$1,195
A table of studio rental data trends in New Tacoma
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,201
September 2024$1,279
October 2024$1,262
November 2024$1,411
December 2024$1,377
January 2025$1,377
February 2025$1,368
March 2025$1,354
April 2025$1,162
May 2025$1,191
June 2025$1,257
July 2025$1,245
August 2025$1,247
September 2025$1,254
October 2025$1,254
November 2025$1,213
December 2025$1,260
January 2026$1,271
February 2026$1,231
March 2026$1,265
April 2026$1,265
May 2026$1,256
June 2026$1,243
July 2026$1,209

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$71,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,795.
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Schools near Baycrest

Tacoma Special Services

601 s 8th st

tacoma, WA, 98405

PK, K-12Public

McCarver Elementary School

2111 s j st

tacoma, WA, 98405

PK, K-5Public
C

Willard Early Learning Center

3201 s d st

tacoma, WA, 98418

PKPublic

Madison Headstart

3102 s 43rd st

tacoma, WA, 98409

PKPublic

Fife Elementary School

5804 20th st e

tacoma, WA, 98424

K-5Public
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Neighborhood

New Tacoma | Tacoma, WA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Tacoma near 501 S 7th St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
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

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 501 S 7th St, Tacoma

Groceries

8/10
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

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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19th St Grocery & Deli
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