El Popo

3228 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98409

Apartment building

1 bed

Pet-friendly

Available units

Price may not include required fees and charges.

Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Unit 209 1 bd, 1 ba	450	Now	$1,195
Unit 201 1 bd, 1 ba	450	Nov 20	$1,250

What's special

Thoughtfully designed apartment homesPractical layouts

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 located in Pierce County and the 98409 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Tacoma School District attendance zone.

Office hours

Day	Open hours
Mon - Fri:	8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sat:	Closed
Sun:	Closed

Facts, features & policies

Unit Features

Appliances

Oven/Range

Refrigerator

Policies

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DogsStatus: Allowed
Number allowed2
CatsStatus: Allowed
Number allowed2

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Restrictions

All pet owners are required to complete a PetScreening profile as part of the application process. ADA-defined service animals are always welcome.

Special Features

Public Transportation Access

Smoke-free building

Neighborhood: South Tacoma

Areas of interest

Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

Travel times

Getting around

Walk Score^®

/ 100

Somewhat Walkable

Bike Score^®

/ 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools in Tacoma

DeLong Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • 1.6 miles

7/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

5/10

Student Progress Rating

8/10

Hunt Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 2.5 miles

5/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

6/10

Student Progress Rating

4/10

Foss High School

Grades 9-12 • 0.9 miles

2/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

1/10

College Readiness Rating

2/10

Historic Area
The historic South Tacoma train station and rail-era buildings along South Tacoma Way speak to the area’s transportation history.
Shopping Scene
South Tacoma Way brings together independent shops, antique stores and everyday services along a distinctive commercial corridor.
Green Spaces
Wapato Park features a lake, paths, gardens and playgrounds for outdoor recreation.
Dining Scene
Restaurants and coffee shops along South Tacoma Way give the neighborhood a range of casual places to eat and pause.

South Tacoma sits in Tacoma’s southern reaches, with a mix of residential streets, commercial corridors and historic industrial character. The mild maritime climate brings cool, wet winters and relatively dry summers. South Tacoma Way is the area’s best-known corridor, lined with restaurants, coffee shops, independent businesses and antique stores; the historic South Tacoma train station reflects the neighborhood’s rail-era roots. Wapato Park offers a lake, paths, gardens and playgrounds, while nearby neighborhood parks add room for outdoor breaks. The South Tacoma neighborhood’s median rent is $1,604 per month, with a typical range of $700 to $3,150. Residents can get around by local bus, bike or car, with access to Tacoma’s broader transit network and major roads; the corridor’s shops and eateries are also convenient for errands on foot.