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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious floor plans
  • Convenient on-site laundry facilities
  • Refreshing swim
  • Large closets, additional storage
  • Relaxing spot by the pool
  • Luxury living, affordability

Location

11016 Waller Road East, Tacoma, Washington 98446, United States

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Contact

Management

The Summit Apartments

Leasing office

(253) 881-8299

Property Overview

The Summit Apartments features spacious floor plans, on-site laundry, and a refreshing pool, contributing to a luxury yet affordable living experience. With outstanding ratings across various categories, including a perfect score for price and amenities, this property offers excellent value and convenience, particularly for those with pets. Its proximity to top-rated schools further enhances its appeal, while the impressive number of photos provides potential renters with a clear understanding of the property.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Summit Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Summit 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

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Affordable 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment in Tacoma, WA - 50% AMI1 bed1 bath582 sqft$1,020 /mo1 unit available
Affordable 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment in Tacoma, WA - 60% AMI1 bed1 bath582 sqft$1,075 /mo1 unit available
Affordable 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment in Tacoma, WA - 50% AMI2 bed1 bath856 sqft$1,221 /mo1 unit available
Affordable 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment in Tacoma, WA - 60% AMI2 bed1 bath856 sqft$1,450 /mo1 unit available
Affordable 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment in Tacoma, WA - 60% AMI3 bed2 bath1,178 sqft$1,675 /mo1 unit available

Amenities for The Summit Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Washer/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

DishwasherFull Sized Refrigerator
In-Unit LaundryStove & Dishwasher

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness CenterWasher and Dryer Hookups

Grounds

Basketball CourtsGarage Parking
Outdoor SpacePlayground
Seasonal PoolSwimming Pool

Services

Water/Sewer/Garbage Paid
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units171
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About The Summit Apartments

HomeApartments in Tacoma The Summit Apartments

Discover the perfect pairing of luxury living and affordability at The Summit Apartments in Tacoma, Washington. Our community offers a range of customized 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartment homes designed to fit your every need. Whether you desire large closets and additional storage or a relaxing spot by the pool to soak up the sunshine, The Summit has it all at the most competitive prices in the area. At The Summit, you’ll find spacious floor plans and a host of amenities that make everyday living a pleasure. Enjoy a refreshing swim in our pool, stay fit in our well-equipped gym, and take advantage of our convenient on-site laundry facilities. We are the apartment home community you’ve been searching for in Tacoma. Come and experience the comfort and convenience of luxury living at The Summit Apartments – where your perfect home awaits! Summit is an affordable housing community and income restrictions apply. **We reserve the right to change pricing at any time and for any reason. Pictures shown might not depict actual units available.**


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 Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Summit Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Summit 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 The Summit 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.
The Summit 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.
The Summit 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—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.
The Summit 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 The Summit 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·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Summit Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property

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 The Summit Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Tacoma

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 27% lower than 1-bedrooms in Tacoma.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Summit Apartments to be 27% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Tacoma.

3-bedroom apartments at The Summit Apartments cost about 32% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Tacoma.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Tacoma
A table of studio rental data trends in Tacoma
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,250
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$1,243

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 11016 Waller Road East?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$41,900/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $41,900 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,047.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near The Summit Apartments

Midland Elementary School

2300 105th st e

tacoma, WA, 98445

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Getting around Tacoma near 11016 Waller Road East

Walking

3/10
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

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 11016 Waller Road East, Tacoma

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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