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El Popo

3228 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98409

Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent Bedrooms Bathrooms
$1,200 - $1,395 1 Bed 1 Bath
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Pricing and Floor Plans

1 Bedroom - Fully Renovated

$1,200 - $1,395
1 Bed, 1 Bath
450 Sq. Ft.

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May. 15
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 3 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1962
  • 60 units / 3 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

  • Utility - Water/Sewage/Garbage
    $150 / mo

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $35

Due at Move-In

  • Administrative Fee
    $250
  • Security Deposit - Non-Refundable
    $800

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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Apartment Features

  • Balcony
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Family Room
  • Freezer
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating

Community Features

  • Courtyard
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Short Term Lease

Map of El Popo

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Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable70 / 100

Transit

Limited public transit30 / 100

Driveability

Very drivable80 / 100

Bikeability

Fairly bikeable40 / 100

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Active68 / 100

Scores provided by
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Transit

Commuter Rail
4 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority Rail
Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International
37 min Drive
Seattle-Tacoma International

Moving to South Tacoma, Tacoma, WA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate El Popo proximity to 3612 Center St. Retail, Center St. Retail, and Tyler Plaza. 3612 Center St. Retail is 0.2 miles away, and Center St. Retail is within a 4 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, El Popo has limited public transit, including 10 transit stops within 34.3 miles. Transit options include St Joseph and South 25Th.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near El Popo are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.1 miles, including Tacoma Nature Center, Adriana Hess/Tahoma Audubon Center, and Children's Museum of Tacoma.

Airports

Living in South Tacoma provides easy access to Seattle-Tacoma International, located just 37 minutes from El Popo.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

5 rating

DeLong Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

2 rating

Reed Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

2 rating

Angelo Giaudrone Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

2 rating

Foss High School

Grades 9-12

Public

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Bellarmine Preparatory School

Grades 9-12

Private

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Life Christian School

Grades PK-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

University of Puget Sound

Drive: 5 min (2.4 mi)

Tacoma Community College

Drive: 7 min (2.6 mi)

UW Tacoma

Drive: 5 min (2.9 mi)

Clover Park Technical College

Drive: 9 min (4.6 mi)

About El Popo

El Popo Apartments offers comfortable, budget-friendly living in the heart of South Tacoma, WA. This established community provides residents with practical layouts and a central location that makes daily life simple and accessible.

With a mix of... thoughtfully designed apartment homes, El Popo is ideal for those seeking straightforward living with easy access to major roadways, public transportation, and nearby shopping. Residents enjoy being just minutes from local parks, dining options, and everyday conveniences, all while tucked into a well-connected neighborhood.

At El Popo, it’s all about location, value, and dependable living in one of Tacoma’s most accessible areas.

El Popo is an apartment community in Tacoma, WA

Contact

Property Address:
3228 S Union Ave,
Tacoma, WA 98409
Phone Number: (253) 799-0775
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • SundayCLOSED
  • Monday8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday11:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Thursday8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Friday8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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