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Highlights

  • Private patios or balconies
  • Conveniently located
  • Spacious floor plans
  • Dishwashers
  • Easily accessible
  • Full size washers and dryers

Location

5501 S Mullen St, Tacoma, WA 98409, USA|South Tacoma
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Property Overview

Mullen Cove Apartments earns a strong 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent value, solid amenities, and a highly convenient location. It features private patios or balconies, spacious floor plans, dishwashers, and full-size washer and dryers, with easy access and a value-per-square-foot standing out above nearby properties.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Mullen Cove Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mullen Cove 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.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

1BD/1BA - 905 SQ FT1 bed1 bath905 sqft
2BD/1BA - 1,070 SQ FT2 bed1 bath1,070 sqft
2BD/2BA - 1,080 SQ FT2 bed2 bath1,080 sqft

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

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About Mullen Cove Apartments

HomeApartments in TacomaSouth Tacoma Mullen Cove Apartments

**RENT SPECIAL** Half off the first full month of rent. Welcome to Mullen Cove Apartments, a quaint and quiet community conveniently located close to Tacoma Mall, Lakewood Towne Center, and JBLM. Our 36-unit apartment community is easily accessible from I-5 as well as an array of incredible shopping and popular dining options. Our charming community offers spacious one, two, and three-bedroom floor plans that feature full size washers and dryers, dishwashers, disposals, refrigerators, private patios or balconies and carpeted bedrooms in every home. Give us a call to experience the comforts Mullen Cove has to offer.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Mullen Cove Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mullen Cove 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.
How we rated Mullen Cove Apartments
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.
Mullen Cove 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·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, Mullen Cove Apartments 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.
Mullen Cove 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 Mullen Cove 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.
Mullen Cove 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 Mullen Cove Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 180 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.6 miles away

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.1 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
South Tacoma
Tacoma
A table of studio rental data trends in Tacoma
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,338
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
August 2026$1,199
September 2026$1,204
October 2026$1,215
A table of studio rental data trends in South Tacoma
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,095
December 2024$1,095
January 2025$1,095
February 2025$1,200
March 2025$1,220
April 2025$1,041
May 2025$1,011
June 2025$1,123
July 2025$1,199
August 2025$1,113
September 2025$1,031
October 2025$1,048
November 2025$999
December 2025$1,200
January 2026$1,200
February 2026$1,084
March 2026$999
April 2026$1,039
May 2026$1,178
June 2026$1,123
July 2026$1,066
August 2026$1,027
September 2026$1,095
October 2026$1,027

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Neighborhood

South Tacoma | Tacoma, WA

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

Getting around Tacoma near 5501 S Mullen St

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.

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 5501 S Mullen St, Tacoma

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-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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