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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Beautiful and serene natural areas
- Serene
Location
8424 6th Avenue, Tacoma, Washington 98465, United States|West End
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Property Overview
Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.8, reflecting its competitive pricing (10/10) and outstanding amenities (10/10), which contribute to a high standard of living. With a location score of 9/10, it offers exceptional access to essential services and transport, while also being a pet-friendly option due to nearby services. Trustworthiness is rated at 7/10, indicating transparency and reliability in its property management.
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.
Things you’ll love
Fireplace
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Welcome to Titlow Beach Townhomes - Your Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Tacoma | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 1,050 sqft | $2,099 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires
Apartment Amenities
| Fireplace | Patio |
| Town Home |
Appliances
| Fridge | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
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About Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires
One of the biggest perks of living at Titlow Beach Townhomes? The unbeatable location. Wake up each morning to the scent of salt air and end your day with a sunset over the Puget Sound. Just steps from your front door, you'll find some of the most beautiful and serene natural areas in all of Tacoma.
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
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires 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.
Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires 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.
Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires 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—pets allowed—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.
Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires 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 Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires 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.
Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires 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.
Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires is great 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 Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in West End
2-bedroom apartments at Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires cost about 11% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West End.
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
West End
Tacoma
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,239 |
| 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 |
| November 2025 | $1,204 |
| December 2025 | $1,238 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,783 |
| April 2024 | $2,142 |
| November 2024 | $1,332 |
| December 2024 | $1,252 |
| January 2025 | $1,233 |
| February 2025 | $1,286 |
| March 2025 | $1,268 |
| August 2025 | $1,355 |
| September 2025 | $1,355 |
| October 2025 | $1,195 |
| November 2025 | $1,195 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $83,960 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,099.
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Schools near Steps from the Sound: A Location That Inspires
Geiger Montessori School
7401 s 8th st
tacoma, WA, 98465
PK, K-5Public
B
Madison Headstart
3102 s 43rd st
tacoma, WA, 98409
PKPublic
Tacoma Special Services
601 s 8th st
tacoma, WA, 98405
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Tacoma near 8424 6th Avenue
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
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
1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 8424 6th Avenue, Tacoma
Groceries
2/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Fred Meyer
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Grocery Outlet
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The Lumberyard
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Whole Foods Market
3515 Bridgeport Way W
Washington Chess Federation
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Quality Discount Wristbands
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Something Old Collections
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Wedding Bell
3843 6th Ave
Walla Walla Clothing Co
2718 N Proctor St
Cutters Point Coffee
2700 Bridgeport Way W
Pao's Donut & Coffee Shop Lic
6919 6th Ave
Cafe' Elite LLC
1902 65th Ave W
Starbucks
6720 Regents Blvd
Chambers Bay Juice Bar
3515 Bridgeport Way W
Beach Tavern
8612 6th Ave
Thirsty Hound Drinkery
1905 Bridgeport Way W
U P Station Bar & Grill
8305 27th St W
Good Times Restaurant & Lounge
2200 Mildred St W
Venus & Mars Lounge
1620 S Mildred St
Happy Duo Cafe
3609 Market Pl W
Super Supplements
5902 6th Ave
The Vitamin Shoppe
5902 6th Ave
Tacoma Baking Co
4307 N 24th St
Spilled Butter Desserts
3856 Center St
Titlow Beach Park
Sunset Terrace Park
War Memorial Park
Living War Memorial Park
Adriana Hess Park
Beach Tavern
8612 6th Ave
Titlow Beach Lunch & Grocery
8612 6th Ave
Boathouse 19
9001 S 19th St
Domino's
1905 Bridgeport Way W
India Mahal Restaurant
1905 Bridgeport Way W
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