Welcome to your ideal urban retreat in Tacoma! This charming and cozy studio apartment is perfectly situated close to downtown, providing easy access to Tacoma General Hospital and St. Joseph Medical Center, major freeways, Stadium District, and a plethora of restaurants. With its convenient location, you'll enjoy a vibrant city lifestyle while having all the amenities within reach.
Commuting is a breeze with major freeways, such as Interstate 5 and Highway 16, nearby. Whether you need to travel within Tacoma or reach neighboring cities like Seattle or Olympia, you'll have easy access to the main transportation routes.
The apartment is located within a secure building, offering peace of mind and a safe living environment. Access to on-site laundry facilities makes your day-to-day tasks more convenient and efficient.
Kensington Apartments
247 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402
Apartment building
Studio-1 bed
Pet-friendly
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
Unit 3 Studio, 1 ba | 420 | Now | $1,125 |
 Unit 108 Studio, 1 ba | 378 | Now | $1,284 |
Urban 1 Bedroom - Classic Studio, 1 ba | 534 | Now | $1,295+ |
Unit 8 1 bd, 1 ba | 534 | Now | $1,370 |
 Unit 5 1 bd, 1 ba | 474 | Now | $1,570 |
What's special
Secure building
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon: | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Tue: | 11:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Wed: | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Thu: | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Fri: | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Sat: | 10 am - 3 pm |
| Sun: | Closed |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Laundry: Shared
Security
- Controlled Access
Services & facilities
- 24 Hour Maintenance
- Online Maintenance Portal
- Online Rent Payment
- Pet Park
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Microwave Oven
- Oven
- Range
- Range Oven
- Refrigerator
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan
Flooring
- Carpet
- Hardwood
Heating
- Electric
Other
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Stove/oven
- Kitchen Recently Updated
- Modern Bath Fixtures
- No Smoking
- Quartz Kitchen Counters
- Recently Rehabbed
- Recently Renovated
- Secured Entry
- Small Building
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Top Floor
- Vintage Building
Policies
Parking
- None
- Street Parking
Lease terms
- Flexible
- Less than 1 year
- One year
- Six months
Pet essentials
- Small dogsAllowed
- Large dogsAllowedNumber allowed2
- CatsAllowedNumber allowed2
Pet amenities
Pet Park
Neighborhood: New Tacoma
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseBike Score®
/ 100
Somewhat BikeableNearby schools in Tacoma
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Edna Travis ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Hilltop Heritage Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Stadium High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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Frequently asked questions
Kensington Apartments is located at 247 Tacoma Ave S in New Tacoma, Tacoma, WA. The surrounding area includes approximately 20 restaurants and cafes within 1 mile, such as Corina Bakery, Over The Moon Cafe, and Cosmonaut Coffee Co..
The nearest public transit stop is Tacoma Link - Tacoma General, approximately 0.4 miles away.
Based on the latest Zillow data, the average rent across all unit types in Tacoma is currently $1,668 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
Kensington Apartments is located within 0.1 miles of W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory, 0.3 miles of Spanish Steps, and 0.9 miles of Normanna Hall.
Kensington Apartments is located near 3 grocery stores, including 0.3 miles from Stadium Thriftway, 0.3 miles from Elks Temple Bottle Shop, and 0.3 miles from Enoteca (Tacoma Wine Merchants). Additional shopping options, including King's Books, are approximately 0.1 miles away.
The total price for an apartment unit in Kensington Apartments ranges from $1,125 to $1,570. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.
Rent in Tacoma has increased by $8 month-over-month, according to the latest Zillow rental data.
The schools assigned to Kensington Apartments include Edna Travis Elementary, Hilltop Heritage Middle School, and Stadium High School.
