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Highlights
- New appliances
- Laundry facility on-site
- Pet friendly
Location
3401 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98418, USA|Eastside
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Property Overview
Pacific Crest Apartments receives an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8 out of 10, reflecting its excellent price-to-value balance and premium amenities. With perfect ratings for price and amenities, and a strong location score of 9 out of 10, it demonstrates exceptional value compared to local rentals. The property features new appliances, an on-site laundry facility, and is pet-friendly, contributing to an overall appealing environment 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- Less expensive
Floor plans
| Studio | Studio | 1 bath | 768 sqft | $1,195 /mo | 1 unit available | Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this charming studio unit, ideally located just steps away from the scenic shores of Tacoma Bay. This bright and airy space offers a modern layout with expansive windows that let in natural light while showcasing breathtaking views of the water. Whether you're waking up to the sunrise or enjoying the tranquil evening breeze, this location is a true retreat. *New Appliances *Pet Friendly *Secured Building Entry Minimum rental requirements: verified monthly income at least 2.5x rent, minimum credit score of 600 & no prior evictions, bankruptcies or accounts in collections. All applicants must pass credit and background check. | |
| 1BD/1BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 579+ sqft | $1,200–$1,295 /mo | 3 units available | ***MOVE IN SPECIAL*** First Month Free! Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this charming studio unit, ideally located just steps away from the scenic shores of Tacoma Bay. This bright and airy space offers a modern layout with expansive windows that let in natural light while showcasing breathtaking views of the water. Whether you're waking up to the sunrise or enjoying the tranquil evening breeze, this location is a true retreat. *Laundry Facility On-Site *Pet Friendly *Secured Building Entry *Off Street Parking Minimum rental requirements: verified monthly income at least 2.5x rent, minimum credit score of 600 & no prior evictions, bankruptcies or accounts in collections. All applicants must pass credit and background check. |
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Amenities for Pacific Crest Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| New Floors | Newly Renovated |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Fridge |
| In-Unit Laundry | New Appliances |
| Oven | Oven/Stove |
| Range | Refrigerator |
Grounds
| Parking Lot |
Neighborhood
| Near Downtown |
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
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 24 |
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About Pacific Crest Apartments
Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this charming studio unit, ideally located just steps away from the scenic shores of Tacoma Bay. This bright and airy space offers a modern layout with expansive windows that let in natural light while showcasing breathtaking views of the water. Whether you're waking up to the sunrise or enjoying the tranquil evening breeze, this location is a true retreat. *New Appliances *Pet Friendly *Secured Building Entry Minimum rental requirements: verified monthly income at least 2.5x rent, minimum credit score of 600 & no prior evictions, bankruptcies or accounts in collections. All applicants must pass credit and background check.
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Pacific Crest Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pacific Crest Apartments 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.
Pacific Crest Apartments 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·10A 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.
Pacific Crest Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Pacific Crest Apartments 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 Pacific Crest Apartments 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.
Pacific Crest Apartments 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 Pacific Crest Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- Studio is 162 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 198 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Rent trends in Eastside
Studio apartments at Pacific Crest Apartments cost about 3% less than the average rent price for studios in Eastside.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 6% lower than 1-bedrooms in Eastside.
Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Eastside
Tacoma
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,306 |
| 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 | $1,211 |
| October 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 3401 Pacific Ave?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$47,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,195.
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Schools near Pacific Crest Apartments
Lyon Elementary School
101 e 46th st
tacoma, WA, 98404
PK, K-5Public
B
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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Getting around Tacoma near 3401 Pacific Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 3401 Pacific Ave, Tacoma
Groceries
5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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