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Highlights
- High quality appliances
- Illuminating large windows
- High-lofted ceilings
Location
3524 Mckinley Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404, USA|Eastside
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Property Overview
McKinley Artists' Lofts offers a compelling living experience, highlighted by high-quality appliances, large illuminating windows, and high-lofted ceilings. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.3 and strong ratings for price, amenities, and location, it provides an exceptional balance of value and convenience. Additionally, the property demonstrates trustworthiness, with a commitment to transparency and a proximity to public transport and top-rated schools that enhances lifestyle quality.
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
High school nearby
Floor plans
| McKinley Loft - 1 bedroom (Unsubsidized) | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,699 /mo | 1 unit available | The Artist’s Lofts are the perfect place for your small business and work-live storefront to thrive. The area is surrounded by a great neighborhood with plenty of greenspaces, easy access to I-5, fun restaurants and farmers markets, close to Downtown Tacoma and near the heart of the Mckinley district of Tacoma. Live/work and work/live uses allow a non separated commercial business and a residential use within the same space. Upgrade your small business with our live/work lofts. Along with the option of a storefront and ability to advertise, you can grow your business from home. The lofts themselves feature durable surfaces, high-lofted ceilings with a spacious lofted bedroom, high quality appliances such as a dishwasher, fridge, and oven, all complete with illuminating large windows to truly make your space shine. We have what you need to ‘Love where you live!’ **Commercially zoned** Offering 6, 9. and 12 month lease options Rental Terms: Application Fee: FREE Click Skip for now on payment screen Rent starting at $1,699 Security deposit starting at $1,699 Office Hours Monday-Friday: 9:00AM-5:00PM (By Appointment Only) Call and ask for Samantha 253-564-2876 --- Photos and/or floor plans shown are representational and may not depict the exact layout or features of the available unit. If currently occupied, the individual unit you've selected may not be available to tour. Please contact our leasing team with any questions. Equal Housing Opportunity! | ||
| McKinley Loft - 2 bedroom (Unsubsidized) | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,999 /mo | 1 unit available | The Artist’s Lofts are the perfect place for your small business and work-live storefront to thrive. The area is surrounded by a great neighborhood with plenty of greenspaces, easy access to I-5, fun restaurants and farmers markets, close to Downtown Tacoma and near the heart of the Mckinley district of Tacoma. Live/work and work/live uses allow a non separated commercial business and a residential use within the same space. Upgrade your small business with our live/work lofts. Along with the option of a storefront and ability to advertise, you can grow your business from home. The lofts themselves feature durable surfaces, high-lofted ceilings with a spacious lofted bedroom, high quality appliances such as a dishwasher, fridge, and oven, all complete with illuminating large windows to truly make your space shine. We have what you need to ‘Love where you live!’ Rental Terms: Application Fee: $25 Rent starting at $1999 Security deposit starting at $1,999 Office Hours Monday-Friday: 9:00AM-5:00PM (By Appointment Only) --- Photos and/or floor plans shown are representational and may not depict the exact layout or features of the available unit. If currently occupied, the individual unit you've selected may not be available to tour. Please contact our leasing team with any questions. Equal Housing Opportunity! |
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About McKinley Artists' Lofts
The Artist’s Lofts are the perfect place for your small business and work-live storefront to thrive. The area is surrounded by a great neighborhood with plenty of greenspaces, easy access to I-5, fun restaurants and farmers markets, close to Downtown Tacoma and near the heart of the Mckinley district of Tacoma. Live/work and work/live uses allow a non separated commercial business and a residential use within the same space. Upgrade your small business with our live/work lofts. Along with the option of a storefront and ability to advertise, you can grow your business from home. The lofts themselves feature durable surfaces, high-lofted ceilings with a spacious lofted bedroom, high quality appliances such as a dishwasher, fridge, and oven, all complete with illuminating large windows to truly make your space shine. We have what you need to ‘Love where you live!’ Rental Terms: Application Fee: $25 Rent starting at $1999 Security deposit starting at $1,999 Office Hours Monday-Friday: 9:00AM-5:00PM (By Appointment Only) --- Photos and/or floor plans shown are representational and may not depict the exact layout or features of the available unit. If currently occupied, the individual unit you've selected may not be available to tour. Please contact our leasing team with any questions. Equal Housing Opportunity!
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, McKinley Artists' Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, McKinley Artists' Lofts 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·9A 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.
McKinley Artists' Lofts stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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, McKinley Artists' Lofts 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.
McKinley Artists' Lofts 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust McKinley Artists' Lofts to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
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 McKinley Artists' Lofts compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
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Rent trends in Eastside
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 31% higher than 1-bedrooms in Eastside.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at McKinley Artists' Lofts to be 16% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Eastside.
Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Eastside
Tacoma
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| November 2025 | $1,203 |
| 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 |
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Schools near McKinley Artists' Lofts
Blix Elementary School
1302 e 38th st
tacoma, WA, 98404
PK, K-5Public
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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 3524 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.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 3524 Mckinley Ave, Tacoma
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
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
1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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