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Highlights
- Two car garage
- Cozy gas fireplace
Location
97th St E, Puyallup, WA 98373, USA
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Property Overview
BALLOU ESTATES earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6, supported by excellent scores for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It offers a solid value profile with a high value-per-square-foot ranking, 28 photos, and convenient access to nearby essentials, while notable features include a two-car garage and a cozy gas fireplace.
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
High school nearby- Fireplace
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 3 BR 2.5 BA - 2 car | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | 1,452 sqft | $2,495 /mo | 1 unit available | $1000 move in credit! Welcome Home to Ballou Estates. Enjoy a spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Townhome, and two car garage! This home has an open kitchen with a large breakfast bar. Cozy gas fireplace in your living room & garage for all of your tools and toys. All appliances are included. Close to shopping, entertainment, dining, and parks! General Qualifications and Information: • 3x Gross monthly income • Minimum 600 credit score • Positive rental and/or mortgage payment history • No evictions on record • No balances due to prior Landlords/Agents • 1-year lease term • Application fee $75 per person 18 years of age and above • $250 non-refundable processing and screening fee • $495 non-refundable cleaning fee • (one time) $15.00 tenant services fee monthly •Security deposit equal to one month's rent •Rent - $2495.00 An additional $70 sewer charge monthly paid by the tenant. The Resident Pays All Utilities in their name. MAX 2 vehicles!! Pets –, $600 pet deposit and fee required (1/2 refundable at move out) for each pet, and $20 monthly pet rent *** $250 non-refundable processing and screening fee paid via money order or cashier’s check to our office at 1002 39th Ave SW #302 Puyallup WA 98373 *** Equal Housing Opportunity Provider Vista Property Management does not accept comprehensive reusable tenant screening reports. Vista Property Management 1002 39th Ave SW Suite #302 Puyallup, WA 98373 **** www govista net If you would like to apply for the home, please visit our website at www govista net |
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Amenities for BALLOU ESTATES
Building
| 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
Limit1
Cat Policy
Not allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 38 |
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About BALLOU ESTATES
$1000 move in credit! Welcome Home to Ballou Estates. Enjoy a spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Townhome, and two car garage! This home has an open kitchen with a large breakfast bar. Cozy gas fireplace in your living room & garage for all of your tools and toys. All appliances are included. Close to shopping, entertainment, dining, and parks! General Qualifications and Information: • 3x Gross monthly income • Minimum 600 credit score • Positive rental and/or mortgage payment history • No evictions on record • No balances due to prior Landlords/Agents • 1-year lease term • Application fee $75 per person 18 years of age and above • $250 non-refundable processing and screening fee • $495 non-refundable cleaning fee • (one time) $15.00 tenant services fee monthly •Security deposit equal to one month's rent •Rent - $2495.00 An additional $70 sewer charge monthly paid by the tenant. The Resident Pays All Utilities in their name. MAX 2 vehicles!! Pets –, $600 pet deposit and fee required (1/2 refundable at move out) for each pet, and $20 monthly pet rent *** $250 non-refundable processing and screening fee paid via money order or cashier’s check to our office at 1002 39th Ave SW #302 Puyallup WA 98373 *** Equal Housing Opportunity Provider Vista Property Management does not accept comprehensive reusable tenant screening reports. Vista Property Management 1002 39th Ave SW Suite #302 Puyallup, WA 98373 **** www govista net If you would like to apply for the home, please visit our website at www govista net
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, BALLOU ESTATES is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, BALLOU ESTATES 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.
BALLOU ESTATES 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·9A 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.
BALLOU ESTATES goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including dogs allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, BALLOU ESTATES receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
BALLOU ESTATES 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 BALLOU ESTATES 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.
BALLOU ESTATES 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 BALLOU ESTATES compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.6 miles away
- Fireplace
- In-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 1.7 miles from public transportation
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Rent trends in Puyallup
3-bedroom apartments at BALLOU ESTATES cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Puyallup.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Puyallup
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $775 |
| December 2024 | $775 |
| January 2025 | $906 |
| February 2025 | $887 |
| March 2025 | $830 |
| April 2025 | $1,031 |
| May 2025 | $835 |
| June 2025 | $775 |
| July 2025 | $775 |
| August 2025 | $775 |
| September 2025 | $805 |
| October 2025 | $803 |
| November 2025 | $775 |
| February 2026 | $793 |
| March 2026 | $885 |
| April 2026 | $941 |
| May 2026 | $903 |
| June 2026 | $812 |
| July 2026 | $877 |
| August 2026 | $875 |
| September 2026 | $825 |
| October 2026 | $825 |
| November 2026 | $825 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 97th St E?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$99,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $99,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,495.
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Schools near BALLOU ESTATES
Puyallup Parent Partnership Program
1501 39th ave sw
puyallup, WA, 98373
K-8Public
C+
Puyallup Online Academy (POA)
1501 39th ave sw
puyallup, WA, 98373
K-12Public
C-
Meeker Elementary School
409 5th st sw
puyallup, WA, 98371
K-6Public
B
PSD Special Services
214 w main
puyallup, WA, 98371
PK, K-12Public
Dessie F. Evans Elementary School
7911 144th st e
puyallup, WA, 98375
PK, K-6Public
B+
Neighborhood
Getting around Puyallup near 97th St E
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 97th St E, Puyallup
Groceries
3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
1/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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