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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern conveniences
  • Convenient laundry facilities
  • On-site maintenance
  • On-site management
  • Modern comforts
  • Spacious studio apartments

Location

309 S 9th St, Tacoma, WA 98402, USA|New Tacoma
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Management

Arboreal Management Tacoma

Leasing office

(425) 484-6973

Property Overview

Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living earns a strong overall impression with an 8.3 Zumper expert rating, backed by excellent value, a standout location score, and solid amenities. It offers modern conveniences like laundry facilities, on-site maintenance and management, and spacious studio apartments, while also standing out for its photo count and competitive value for money.

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, Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living 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

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

R 1x11 bed1 bath402 sqft$1,466 /mo1 unit availableStep into the heart of Tacoma's rich history at Rialto, where timeless elegance meets contemporary comfort! Nestled in the vibrant Theater District, Rialto seamlessly blends vintage allure with modern conveniences. Our spacious one-bedroom apartments are designed to make the most of every corner, ensuring a cozy and functional living experience. Residents enjoy the added peace of mind with on-site management and maintenance, the ease of convenient laundry facilities, and the tranquility of a charming, serene courtyard. Discover affordable living with a touch of class at Rialto!

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Amenities for Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living

Building

Cats OKDogs 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.

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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living

HomeApartments in TacomaNew Tacoma Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living

Discover Rialto Apartments, a beautifully restored historic building in the heart of Tacoma, offering character-rich homes at an exceptional value. As an approved affordable housing community with income restrictions, Rialto blends timeless architectural detail with practical, modern comforts—bringing accessible living to one of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods. Step inside and experience classic design elements paired with thoughtfully refreshed interiors. Each apartment features inviting layouts, bright natural light, and the unique charm that only a historic building can offer. Well-equipped kitchens and functional living spaces ensure you have the conveniences you need without losing the authenticity you love. Located just steps from downtown, Rialto places you moments away from Tacoma’s theaters, transit options, local cafés, shops, and cultural destinations. Whether you’re commuting, exploring the waterfront, or enjoying the city’s growing arts scene, everything is within easy reach. At Rialto Apartments, heritage and affordability come together to create a truly special place to call home. Experience Tacoma’s history—reimagined for today.


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, Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living 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 Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban 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.
Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living 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, Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living 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.
Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living 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 Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living 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.
Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living 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 Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in New Tacoma

1-bedroom apartments at Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in New Tacoma.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Tacoma
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,295
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$1,248
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$1,199
A table of studio rental data trends in New Tacoma
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,295
October 2024$1,262
November 2024$1,411
December 2024$1,377
January 2025$1,377
February 2025$1,368
March 2025$1,354
April 2025$1,162
May 2025$1,191
June 2025$1,257
July 2025$1,245
August 2025$1,247
September 2025$1,254
October 2025$1,254
November 2025$1,213
December 2025$1,260
January 2026$1,271
February 2026$1,231
March 2026$1,265
April 2026$1,265
May 2026$1,256
June 2026$1,243
July 2026$1,209
August 2026$1,230
September 2026$1,209

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$58,640/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $58,640 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,466.
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Schools near Rialto Apartments – Historic Charm Meet Attainable Urban Living

Tacoma Special Services

601 s 8th st

tacoma, WA, 98405

PK, K-12Public

McCarver Elementary School

2111 s j st

tacoma, WA, 98405

PK, K-5Public
C

Willard Early Learning Center

3201 s d st

tacoma, WA, 98418

PKPublic

Madison Headstart

3102 s 43rd st

tacoma, WA, 98409

PKPublic

Fife Elementary School

5804 20th st e

tacoma, WA, 98424

K-5Public
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Getting around Tacoma near 309 S 9th St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 309 S 9th St, Tacoma

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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