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3502 Mckinley Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404, USA|Eastside
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Property Overview
The property at 3502 McKinley Avenue features a strong overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, highlighting its appeal to renters. It is competitively priced, with exceptional scores for amenities and location, ensuring residents enjoy both value and convenience. Additionally, it maintains transparency in its presentation, making it a trustworthy option for potential renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- High school nearby
- Less expensive
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 650+ sqft | $1,291 /mo | 3 units available | Welcome to 3502 McKinley Avenue, a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located in the vibrant city of Tacoma, WA. This affordable housing unit offers a comfortable living space with the convenience of utilities included, excluding electricity. The apartment is situated in a highly walkable area, making it easy to explore the neighborhood and beyond. For added peace of mind, the building features secured access, ensuring a safe environment for all residents. The on-site laundry facility eliminates the need for time-consuming trips to the laundromat, adding to the convenience of living here. Plus, with the apartment being on a bus line, commuting to work or school is a breeze. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and affordability at 3502 McKinley Avenue. | |
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 700 sqft | $1,495 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for 3502 McKinley Avenue
Apartment Amenities
| Utilities Included |
Building
| Controlled Building Access | Onsite Laundry |
Neighborhood
| On Bus Line |
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
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 20 |
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About 3502 McKinley Avenue
- Welcome to 3502 McKinley Avenue, a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located in the vibrant city of Tacoma, WA. This affordable housing unit offers a comfortable living space with the convenience of utilities included, excluding electricity. The apartment is situated in a highly walkable area, making it easy to explore the neighborhood and beyond. For added peace of mind, the building features secured access, ensuring a safe environment for all residents. The on-site laundry facility eliminates the need for time-consuming trips to the laundromat, adding to the convenience of living here. Plus, with the apartment being on a bus line, commuting to work or school is a breeze. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and affordability at 3502 McKinley Avenue.
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 3502 McKinley Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 3502 McKinley Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A 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.
3502 McKinley Avenue offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
3502 McKinley Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled building access. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 3502 McKinley Avenue receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
3502 McKinley Avenue 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 3502 McKinley Avenue 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.
3502 McKinley Avenue 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.
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 3502 McKinley Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 200 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Eastside
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 8% higher than 1-bedrooms in Eastside.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 3502 McKinley Avenue to be 9% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Eastside.
Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Eastside
Tacoma
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $1,354 |
| October 2023 | $1,310 |
| November 2023 | $1,310 |
| December 2023 | $1,246 |
| January 2024 | $1,261 |
| February 2024 | $1,230 |
| March 2024 | $1,276 |
| April 2024 | $1,286 |
| May 2024 | $1,296 |
| June 2024 | $1,255 |
| July 2024 | $1,246 |
| August 2024 | $1,254 |
| 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 | $1,215 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | $1,398 |
| April 2025 | $1,350 |
| May 2025 | $1,366 |
| June 2025 | $1,285 |
| July 2025 | $1,270 |
| August 2025 | $1,233 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 3502 Mckinley Ave?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$51,640/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,640 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,291.
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Schools near 3502 McKinley Avenue
Blix Elementary School
1302 e 38th st
tacoma, WA, 98404
PK, K-5Public
C
Tacoma Special Services
601 s 8th st
tacoma, WA, 98405
PK, K-12Public
Madison Headstart
3102 s 43rd st
tacoma, WA, 98409
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Eastside | Tacoma, WA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Tacoma near 3502 Mckinley Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
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 3502 Mckinley Ave, Tacoma
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 3502 Mckinley Ave
New Day Market
3602 McKinley Ave
Express Market
430 E 25th St
Andy International Market Inc
3918 E Portland Ave
Jy Market
4002 E Portland Ave
East Asia Market
602 S 38th St
Vees Boutique
440 E 25th St
Hong Lan Fashion
3819 Yakima Ave
ETC Tacoma
116 S 9th St
Mr Mac Ltd
1124 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Glenna's Vintage Clothing
716 Ct C
Lux Coffee
3535 McKinley Ave
Endicott Coffee
712 E 26th St
Cedar Rose Coffee
2920 E R St
Paddle Wheel Coffee & Bakery
2920 E R St
Heritage Coffee & Plant House
2310 A St
Top of Tacoma Bar & Cafe
3529 McKinley Ave
Stogie's Cigar & Sports Lounge
3009 E Portland Ave
Tami's in Tacoma
4034 McKinley Ave
Sportsbook Bar & Grill
2920 E R St
Gravity Lounge LLC
102 S 24th St
Lux Coffee
3535 McKinley Ave
Teresita's Mexican Bakery
3731 McKinley Ave
Dockside Donuts
1112 Puyallup Ave
Paddle Wheel Coffee & Bakery
2920 E R St
Next to Nature
2339 Tacoma Ave S
Eastside Pool
Rogers Playground
McKinley Park
Portland Avenue Park
McKinley Playfield
Fergie's on the Ave
3504 McKinley Ave
Ruca Family Restaurant
3511 McKinley Ave
Top of Tacoma Bar & Cafe
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Lux Coffee
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Dustys Hideaway
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