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Highlights
- Community parks
- Beautifully designed apartment homes
Location
8445 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98444, USA|South End
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Property Overview
Pacific Ridge Apartments holds a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.1, reflecting its appeal to renters due to its competitive pricing, impressive amenities, and excellent location ratings of 9 out of 10. The property features beautifully designed apartment homes and community parks, offering residents convenience with nearby grocery stores and schools, enhancing the overall quality of living. With a trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10, it provides transparency and clarity regarding the expectations for potential renters.
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
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
Floor plans
| Unit E | 1 bed | 1 bath | 398 sqft | $1,275 /mo | 1 unit available | Located in the Fern Hill neighborhood in Tacoma, WA. Pacific Ridge Apartments offer beautifully designed studio, one-and two-bedroom apartment homes. This 80-unit, three-story complex is conveniently located near local shopping centers, grocery stores, community parks, restaurants, and convenient access to I-5 and SR 512 | |
| Unit C | 1 bed | 1 bath | 640 sqft | $1,547 /mo | 1 unit available | Located in the Fern Hill neighborhood in Tacoma, WA. Pacific Ridge Apartments offer beautifully designed studio, one-and two-bedroom apartment homes. This 80-unit, three-story complex is conveniently located near local shopping centers, grocery stores, community parks, restaurants, and convenient access to I-5 and SR 512 |
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 80 |
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About Pacific Ridge Apartments
Located in the Fern Hill neighborhood in Tacoma, WA. Pacific Ridge Apartments offer beautifully designed studio, one-and two-bedroom apartment homes. This 80-unit, three-story complex is conveniently located near local shopping centers, grocery stores, community parks, restaurants, and convenient access to I-5 and SR 512
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.
8.1
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Pacific Ridge Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pacific Ridge Apartments 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.
Pacific Ridge 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·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, Pacific Ridge Apartments 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.
Pacific Ridge 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·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 Pacific Ridge Apartments 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.
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 Pacific Ridge Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
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Rent trends in South End
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 9% higher than 1-bedrooms in South End.
Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
South End
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 | $1,097 |
| December 2023 | $1,148 |
| January 2024 | $1,185 |
| 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 | $1,095 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Pacific Ridge Apartments
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 8445 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
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 8445 Pacific Ave, Tacoma
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
2/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 8445 Pacific Ave
Fern Hill Food Mart
8817 Pacific Ave
Valley Liquidation
9813 Pacific Ave
Fred Meyer
7250 Pacific Ave
Park Avenue Foods
7214 S Park Ave
Plaza Guerrero
826 72nd St E
Petal Gift Boutique
7633 S Park Ave
96th Nail Fashion
2015 S 96th St
Fahim Shoes
2402 84th St S
Park's Fashion
2402 84th St S
Airic Fashion House
1019 108th Street Ct E
Starbucks
7250 Pacific Ave
K-9 Coffee
10421 Pacific Ave S
Starbucks
10610 Pacific Ave S
Go Boba
8611 S Hosmer St
Green Bean Java
8235 S Hosmer St
Gloria's Bar & Grill
8201 Pacific Ave
Black Star Pub & Grill
158 100th St S
Park Avenue Tavern
7215 S Park Ave
Hardluck Bar & Grill
10713 Park Ave S
Latitude 84
8401 S Hosmer St
Sweet Tooth Fairy LLC
8402 S C St
Franz Bakery Outlet
10014 Pacific Ave S
Lulu's Bakery Shop LLC
1447 S 96th St
Exsula
1207 102nd St S
Amway Products Distributor
6311 McKinley Ave
Larchmont Playground
Fern Hill Park
Ryan's Park
Charlotte's Blueberry Park
Harmon Playground
Domino's
8442 Pacific Ave
Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake
8225 Pacific Ave
Hong Kong Restaurant
8843 Pacific Ave
Gloria's Bar & Grill
8201 Pacific Ave
Slice of Life
8045 Pacific Ave
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