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Highlights

  • Conveniently located
  • Community parks
  • Beautifully designed
  • Studio, one-and two-bedroom apartment homes

Location

8445 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98444, USA|South End
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Management

Sound Capital Northwest Holdings LLC

Leasing office

(253) 719-7760

Property Overview

Pacific Ridge Apartments presents a compelling choice for renters, featuring an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.5 and a price rating of 9, indicating a strong balance between affordability and value. The property excels with a perfect amenities rating of 10 and boasts a location rating of 9, ensuring convenient access to essential services and transportation. Additionally, its community parks and well-designed studio, one, and two-bedroom units, combined with a trustworthiness rating of 8, highlight its commitment to transparency and quality living.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 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 Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

Unit C1 bed1 bath640 sqft$1,547 /mo4 units available**MOVE IN SPECIAL** 1 MONTH RENT FREE AND ONLY $350 DEPOSIT!!! 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, JBLM Military Base, and convenient access to I-5 and SR 512
Unit A2 bed2 bath1,000 sqft$2,070 /mo3 units available**MOVE IN SPECIAL** 1 MONTH RENT FREE AND ONLY $350 DEPOSIT!!! 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, JBLM Military Base. and convenient access to I-5 and SR 512
Pacific Ridge Apartments at Fern Hill2 bed2 bath1,100 sqft$2,070 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Pacific Ridge Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Kitchenette

Appliances

DishwasherFull Size Refrigerator
Full Size Washer and DryerIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
RangeStove/Oven
Washer and Dryer

Building

Fitness CenterResidents Lounge

Grounds

Bike RacksClubhouse with Free Wifi
Garage ParkingPermitted Parking
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

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About Pacific Ridge Apartments

HomeApartments in TacomaSouth End Pacific Ridge Apartments

**MOVE IN SPECIAL** 1 MONTH RENT FREE AND ONLY $350 DEPOSIT!!! 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, JBLM Military Base, 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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 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 Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Pacific Ridge Apartments
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·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.
Pacific Ridge 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.
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
More space
The 2-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
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Rent trends in South End

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 19% higher than 1-bedrooms in South End.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Pacific Ridge Apartments to be 26% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in South End.

Median rents as of Feb 7 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$1,230
February 2026$1,215
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$1,094
February 2026$1,085

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 8445 Pacific Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-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

$61,880/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $61,880 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,547.
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Schools near Pacific Ridge Apartments

Larchmont Elementary School

8601 e b st

tacoma, WA, 98445

PK, K-5Public
B-

Clover Park Early Learning Program

10202 earley ave sw

lakewood, WA, 98499

PKPublic

Madison Headstart

3102 s 43rd st

tacoma, WA, 98409

PKPublic

Willard Early Learning Center

3201 s d st

tacoma, WA, 98418

PKPublic

Chief Leschi School

5625 52nd st east

puyallup, WA, 98371

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

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