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Property Overview
The Walker Apartments receive an impressive Zumper rating of 9.1 out of 10, highlighting its exceptional quality, competitive pricing, and outstanding amenities, which are rated a perfect 10. Residents can enjoy breathtaking mountain views and an excellent location, offering easy access to top-rated schools and popular points of interest. Additionally, the property demonstrates transparency and trustworthiness, ensuring renters have a clear understanding of what to expect.
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
More space- Middle school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Floor plans
| 1A | 1 bed | 1 bath | 730 sqft | |||
| 1B | 1 bed | 1 bath | 859 sqft | |||
| 1 bed | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||||
| 1D | 1 bed | 1 bath | 838 sqft | |||
| 2 bed | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||||
| Armstrong | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,341 sqft | **MOVE-IN SPECIAL: ONE MONTH FREE** Spacious TWO-bedroom apartment available in downtown Tacoma. Welcome to a unique living experience in the heart of downtown Tacoma's most dynamic neighborhood! The Theater District offers the best dining, theaters, and museums just steps from your home. Our exceptional property provides an unparalleled lifestyle, with many units featuring breathtaking mountain and port views. Formerly a luxury hotel, The Walker Apartments is a historic building that retains many original features, making the property truly one-of-a-kind. Red Star Taco Bar, one of Tacoma's favorite dining spots, is located on the street level of the building. | ||
| 2D+B | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,443 sqft | Welcome to a one of a kind living experience in the heart of Downtown Tacoma's most dynamic neighborhood. The Theater District offers the best dining, Theaters and museums just steps from your home. Our exceptional property offers an unparalleled lifestyle. | ||
| 2D+C | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,341 sqft |
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Amenities for The Walker Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning |
Appliances
| Built-in Microwave | Dishwasher |
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Controlled Access | Elevator |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Neighborhood
| Convenient Location |
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
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
Building details
Property details
| Units | 33 |
|---|
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About The Walker Apartments
**MOVE-IN SPECIAL: ONE MONTH FREE** Spacious TWO-bedroom apartment available in downtown Tacoma. Welcome to a unique living experience in the heart of downtown Tacoma's most dynamic neighborhood! The Theater District offers the best dining, theaters, and museums just steps from your home. Our exceptional property provides an unparalleled lifestyle, with many units featuring breathtaking mountain and port views. Formerly a luxury hotel, The Walker Apartments is a historic building that retains many original features, making the property truly one-of-a-kind. Red Star Taco Bar, one of Tacoma's favorite dining spots, is located on the street level of the building.
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.
9.1
/10
ExcellentThe Walker Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
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.
The Walker Apartments 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·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 Walker 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—in-unit laundry—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 Walker 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·9A 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.
The Walker Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
Reviews from the web
Showing 5 highest rated
The Walker Apartments also known as the Walker Apartment Hotel was built in 1927 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. This is a cool looking building and a must see. Check it out!!
Cam Kay
Aug 26, 2022
lived here for 5 years before the remodel. BEAUTIFUL apartments! don't trust the management.
Christopher Austin
May 09, 2019
We’re sharing just 5 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.
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 Walker Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 496 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
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Rent trends in New Tacoma
Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
New Tacoma
Tacoma
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,295 |
| 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 | $1,199 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,324 |
| December 2023 | $1,312 |
| January 2024 | $1,335 |
| February 2024 | $1,350 |
| March 2024 | $1,342 |
| April 2024 | $1,328 |
| May 2024 | $1,280 |
| June 2024 | $1,223 |
| July 2024 | $1,181 |
| August 2024 | $1,204 |
| September 2024 | $1,279 |
| 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 |
Schools near The Walker Apartments
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
Madison Headstart
3102 s 43rd st
tacoma, WA, 98409
PKPublic
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Getting around Tacoma near 405 6th Ave
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 405 6th Ave, Tacoma
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
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
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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