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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Resort style pool
  • Carports
  • On-site laundry facility
  • Convenient shopping
  • Large garages
  • Vibrant community events

Location

7823 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA|South End
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Management

Next Wave Property Management

Leasing office

(844) 294-7576 ext. 3263

Open today 

9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

The Thomas receives an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 9.1, indicating its strong appeal to renters due to its excellent combination of price, location, amenities, and quality. Notable features include a resort-style pool, on-site laundry, and vibrant community events, enhancing its desirability. Additionally, its pet-friendly environment is supported by nearby grooming services and supply stores, making it a great fit for pet owners.

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

9.1
Excellent
The Thomas 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.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Fireplace
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath336 sqft$1,110–$1,151 /mo2 units availableStudio
1 x 11 bed1 bath558 sqft$1,286 /mo1 unit available1 Bedroom 1 Bath
2 x 12 bed1 bath840 sqft$1,552–$1,553 /mo4 units available2 Bedroom 1 Bath

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Amenities for The Thomas

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
FireplaceHardwood Floor
Large Storage UnitWalk-in Closet
Wood-style Flooring

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingGarages Available
Pet Waste StationResort Style Pool
StorageSwimming Pool

Services

24-Hour Emergency Maintenance TeamFriendly Onsite Management
Nightly PatrolOn-Site Management
Pet Care

Other

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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

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. 2 Pet maximum / 25 pound maximum at adult weight / Pet Rent $35 per month per pet / Pet Deposit $300 per pet.

$35

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$300

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. 2 Pet maximum / 25 pound maximum at adult weight / Pet Rent $35 per month per pet / Pet Deposit $300 per pet.

$35

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$300

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Building details

Property details

Year built1966
Units34
Lease terms12 months
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About The Thomas

HomeApartments in TacomaSouth End The Thomas

Come experience The Thomas lifestyle. As soon as you enter, you'll feel the inviting comfort that brings smiles to our residents' faces. We have newly renovated one and two bedroom floor plans available. Contemporary amenities include a sparkling resort style pool, pet areas, on-site laundry facility and nightly patrol for a peace of mind. Also available are large garages, carports and storage. Discover convenient shopping, schools, nearby attractions and parks, vibrant community events, and our distinct mid-century modern ambiance that fosters neighborly connections. Elevate your living standards at The Thomas, right here in the heart of Tacoma! We're more than just a place to live, this is home! Give us a call today to tour.


Year Built: 1966

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
Excellent
The Thomas 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.
How we rated The Thomas
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 Thomas 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 Thomas 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 Thomas 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 Thomas 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 1 highest rated

Why is the pool never open?? It is after July 4th and temperatures are over 90*. Stop advertising you have a pool when it’s NEVER open!

June Bug

June Bug

Jul 05, 2024

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The Thomas is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 pet supply stores near the 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 Thomas compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in South End

Studio apartments at The Thomas cost about 2% more than the average rent price for studios in South End.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% lower than 1-bedrooms in South End.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Thomas to be 6% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in South End.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
South End
Tacoma
A table of studio rental data trends in Tacoma
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,248
January 2026$1,232
A table of studio rental data trends in South End
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,145
March 2024$1,102
April 2024$1,095
May 2024$1,133
June 2024$1,080
July 2024$1,380
August 2024$1,149
September 2024$1,142
October 2024$1,155
November 2024$1,165
December 2024$1,175
January 2025$1,153
February 2025$1,172
March 2025$1,161
April 2025$1,146
May 2025$1,146
June 2025$1,140
July 2025$1,125
August 2025$1,074
September 2025$1,106
October 2025$1,122
November 2025$1,092
December 2025$1,073
January 2026$1,098

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$44,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,400 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,110.
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Schools near The Thomas

Larchmont Elementary School

8601 e b st

tacoma, WA, 98445

PK, K-5Public
B-

Madison Headstart

3102 s 43rd st

tacoma, WA, 98409

PKPublic

Tacoma Special Services

601 s 8th st

tacoma, WA, 98405

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Tacoma near 7823 Pacific Ave

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.

Cycling

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 7823 Pacific Ave, Tacoma

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school 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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