718 S Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405
What This Apartment Offers
**500 Sq. Ft. | 718 S Yakima Ave – Unit 2 | Tacoma, WA**
Welcome home to this bright and efficiently designed 500 sq. ft. one-bedroom, one-bath apartment.…
This thoughtfully laid-out unit offers an open living area, abundant natural light, and durable flooring throughout for easy maintenance.
The home features a bedroom with generous closet space, a full bathroom, and a functional kitchen equipped with a refrigerator, gas range, and ample cabinet storage. Neutral paint colors and large windows create a warm, inviting atmosphere that's easy to make your own.
Location Highlights
* Minutes from Downtown Tacoma
* Close to Tacoma General Hospital and St. Joseph Medical Center
* Easy access to Interstate 5 and Highway 16
* Near restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, shopping, and parks
* Convenient access to public transportation
Rental Terms
Rent: $1,395/month base
Lease Term: 12 Months
Utilities: $150/month (Water, Sewer & Garbage)
Tenant pays electricity
Maximum Occupancy: 2 residents
Renter's insurance required
Pet Policy
Pets are welcome with approval.
* $35/month pet rent per pet
* $450 non-refundable pet fee
* Breed and weight restrictions apply
Application Requirements
Each applicant (18 years or older) must submit:
* Online application
* Government-issued photo ID
* Proof of income
* Proof of positive rental history or homeownership
Applications should be completed within 48 hours.
Approval Criteria
Income
-Household income should equal at least **3 times the monthly rent**
-All verifiable income sources are considered, including housing vouchers and assistance programs
-Income verification may include:
* Recent pay stubs
* Bank statements showing payroll deposits
* Employer verification
* Other acceptable income documentation
Rental History
-Applicants should have:
* No more than **three late rental payments** within the previous 12 months
* No prior evictions
* No outstanding balances owed to former landlords
* No broken leases
* No significant lease compliance violations
Credit & Criminal Screening
* Preferred credit score of **680 or higher**
* Lower scores may be considered with compensating factors
* Criminal history is evaluated individually in accordance with applicable Fair Housing laws
* Qualified co-signers are accepted
Move-In Costs
First Month's Rent: $1,395
Refundable Security Deposit: $900
Non-Refundable Move-In Fee: $495
WSG Utilities: $150
Estimated Total Move-In Costs:$2,940 (1,395 first months rent, 900 security deposit, 495 admin fee + 150 WSG utilities)
*Prorated rent and utilities may apply depending on the move-in date.*
Additional Information
* Smoking is prohibited inside the unit and anywhere on the property.
* Approved applicants must take possession within *21 days* of application approval.
* Application Fee: $62 per applicant (18+).
Fair Housing
Fairway Buyers Property Management complies with all applicable Federal, State, and Local Fair Housing laws and is committed to providing equal housing opportunities to all applicants.
Unit 2
718 S Yakima Ave Unit 2 is an apartment for rent in Tacoma, WA
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Tacoma, WA 98405
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Some public transit
Driveability
Moderately drivable
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Busy
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Travel and Transit
Subway
5 min Walk
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
6 min Walk
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Commuter Rail
9 min Drive
Airport
37 min Drive
Local Education
Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| UW Tacoma | Drive: 2 min (1.2 mi) |
| University of Puget Sound | Drive: 6 min (2.3 mi) |
| Tacoma Community College | Drive: 10 min (4.2 mi) |
| Clover Park Technical College | Drive: 14 min (7.8 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 718 S Yakima Ave Unit 2 proximity to 901 Martin Luther King Jr Way, 902-914 Broadway, and 817 Division Retail. 901 Martin Luther King Jr Way is 0.4 miles away, and 902-914 Broadway is within an 8 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 50, 718 S Yakima Ave Unit 2 has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 12.3 miles. Transit options include 6Th Ave and Hilltop District.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 718 S Yakima Ave Unit 2 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Seymour Botanical Conservatory, Children's Museum of Tacoma, and Foss Waterway Seaport.
Airports
Living in Stadium District provides easy access to Seattle-Tacoma International, located just 36 minutes from 718 S Yakima Ave Unit 2.
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