Blue Bird
1717 S 84th St, Tacoma, WA 98444
Details
Property Information
- Built in 1988
- 87 units2 stories
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
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Application Fee Per Applicant$45
Due at Move-In
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Administrative FeeN/A
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Garage
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Surface Lot
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Property Highlights
- Controlled building and mail room access.
Apartment Features
- Balcony
- Carpet
- Dining Room
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Freezer
- Heating
- Intercom
- Kitchen
- Lawn
- Linen Closet
- Oven
- Pantry
- Patio
- Sprinkler System
- Tub/Shower
- Vinyl Flooring
- Washer/Dryer
- Window Coverings
Community Features
- Courtyard
- Garages
- Walk-Up
Map of Blue Bird
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable
Transit
Limited public transit
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable
Bikeability
Fairly 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™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Transit
Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Airport
40 min Drive
Moving to South End, Tacoma, WA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Blue Bird proximity to 84th & S. Hosmer Retail and 8425 S Hosmer Retail. 84th & S. Hosmer Retail is 0.2 miles away, and 8425 S Hosmer Retail is within a 5 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, Blue Bird has limited public transit, including 10 transit stops within 14.5 miles. Transit options include South 25Th and St Joseph.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Blue Bird are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 4.7 miles, including Wards Lake Park, Seeley Lake Park, and Chambers Creek Regional Park.
Airports
Living in South End provides easy access to Seattle-Tacoma International, located just 40 minutes from Blue Bird.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Birney Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Puget Sound Christian School
Grades PK-5
Private
Baker Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Mt Tahoma High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Sound Christian Academy
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Clover Park Technical College | Drive: 6 min (2.3 mi) |
| Pacific Lutheran University | Drive: 9 min (3.7 mi) |
| UW Tacoma | Drive: 11 min (5.7 mi) |
| Pierce College Fort Steilacoom | Drive: 14 min (6.4 mi) |
About Blue Bird
**RENT SPECIAL**
Half off the first full month of rent.
Welcome to Blue Bird Apartments, a quaint and quiet community conveniently located close to Tacoma Mall, Lakewood Towne Center, and JBLM. Our community is easily accessible from I-5 as well as…
an array of incredible shopping and popular dining options.
Blue Bird’s charming community offers spacious one and two-bedroom floor plans that feature full size washers and dryers, dishwashers, disposals, refrigerators, private patios or balconies and carpeted bedrooms in every home. Give us a call to experience the comforts Blue Bird has to offer.
**RENT SPECIAL**
Half off the first full month of rent.
Welcome to Blue Bird Apartments, a quaint and quiet community conveniently located close to Tacoma Mall, Lakewood Towne Center, and JBLM. Our community is easily accessible from I-5 as well as an array of incredible shopping and popular dining options.
Blue Bird’s charming community offers spacious one and two-bedroom floor plans that feature full size washers and dryers, dishwashers, disposals, refrigerators, private patios or balconies and carpeted bedrooms in every home. Give us a call to experience the comforts Blue Bird has to offer.
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