El Popo Apartments

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3228 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 881-8518
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El Popo

3228 S Union Ave
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 881-8518
El Popo in Tacoma, WA - Building Photo
  • 1 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,095-$1,195Pricing
  • 450Square Feet

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

El Popo offers 1 Bedroom apartments having 450 sqft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 1 Bedroom

      1 Bedroom

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 450 sq ft
       

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      From $1,095Call for Availability1 Bedroom450 sq ft

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Free

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $1,095 - $1,195
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Call us at: (253) 881-8518 to schedule a tour.

    Property Information

    • 60 Units
    • 3 Stories
    • Built in 1962

    Fees and Policies

    The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

    Required Fees

    One-Time Move-In Fees

    Due at Application
    Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged Per Applicant$35
    Due at Move-In
    Administrative FeeiCharged Per Unit$250
    Security Deposit - Non-RefundableiCharged Per Unit$800

    Utilities & Essentials

    Utility - Water/Sewage/GarbageiCharged per unit$150/mo

    Other Fees

    Personal Add-Ons

    Pet RentiPet rent ranges from $50 - $100 per pet depending on each pets individual PetScreening Charged per unit$50-$100/mo
    PetScreeningiThis is the PetScreening fee/pet. It is $25 if you pay with a debit card, and $30 if you pay with credit card. Profiles are renewed annually, or you need to submit a screening for any added pets at any point in your lease. Charged per unit$25-$30/yr

    Storage Fees

    Storage Locker

    Storage FeeiCharged Per Rentable Item$50/mo

    Pet Policy and Fees

    Cats

    • Fees Not Specified

    No pet fees or deposits! PetScreening Required

    Dogs

    • Fees Not Specified

    No pet fees or deposits! PetScreening Required

    Parking Info and Fees

    Surface LotiParking Available

    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.

    Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • Property Manager On Site
    • Maintenance On Site
    • Laundry Facilities

    Outdoor Features

    • Courtyard
    • Lawn

    Interior Features

    • Satellite Tv
    • Heating
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Eat In Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Disposal
    • Oven

    Living Area Features

    • Views
    • Window Coverings
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Carpet
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    3228 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98409

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday9:00 am–5:30 pm
    Tuesday9:00 am–5:30 pm
    Wednesday9:00 am–5:30 pm
    Thursday9:00 am–5:30 pm
    Friday9:00 am–5:30 pm
    Saturday10:00 am–2:00 pm
    SundayClosed

    Frequently Asked Questions about El Popo

    Where is El Popo located?

    El Popo is located at 3228 S Union Ave near the South Tacoma area of Tacoma, WA

    What is the current rent range at El Popo?

    Call us today for rates on the 1 Bedroom option at El Popo

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for El Popo are
    • Monday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
    • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
    • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
    • Thursday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
    • Friday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
    • Saturday 10:00 am–2:00 pm
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.4

      The El Popo Apartments are 38.2% cheaper than the average apartment in the South Tacoma area, and 35.6% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the South Tacoma Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,095$1,771-$676-38.2%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Tacoma

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,095$1,700-$605-35.6%

      Methodology: On 02/03/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 194 other apartment communities in the immediate area around El Popo (South Tacoma), and 710 other apartment communities in Tacoma using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 02/03/2026

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

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    Nearby Schools

    DeLong Elementary School

    Tacoma
    4901 South 14th Street
    Public School - Grades PK-5 (386 Students)
    In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away
    5/10

    Truman Middle School

    Tacoma
    5801 North 35th Street
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (435 Students)
    In Attendance Zone7 minute drive / 3.7 miles away
    4/10

    Foss High School

    Tacoma
    2112 South Tyler Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (587 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
    2/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from El Popo.

    Big Box and Retail

    Target

    3320 S 23rd St
    1 minute drive / 0.54 miles away

    Costco

    2219 S 37th St
    1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

    Walmart

    1965 S Union Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    University of Puget Sound

    1500 N Warner
    4 minute drive / 2.18 miles away

    University of Washington, Tacoma

    1900 Commerce St
    4 minute drive / 2.19 miles away

    Tacoma Community College

    6501 S 19th Street
    4 minute drive / 2.31 miles away

    Groceries

    Hong Kong Supermarket

    3828 Yakima Ave
    5 minute drive / 1.79 miles away

    Fred Meyer

    6901 S 19th St
    5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away

    Safeway

    2637 N Pearl St
    7 minute drive / 3.36 miles away

    Hospitals

    St. Joseph Medical Center

    1717 South J Street
    5 minute drive / 1.81 miles away

    St. Clare Hospital

    11315 Bridgeport Way S W
    11 minute drive / 5.36 miles away

    St. Francis Community Hospital

    34515 9th Avenue South
    18 minute drive / 8.52 miles away

    Military Bases

    McChord Air Force Base

    15 minute drive / 7.17 miles away

    Camp Murray Washington

    18 minute drive / 8.73 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    3612 Center St. Retail

    3612 S Center St
    1 minute drive / 0.23 miles away

    Center St. Retail

    3807 Center St
    1 minute drive / 0.31 miles away

    Outback Plaza

    3121 S 38th St
    1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

    El Popo has 5 shopping centers within 0.5 miles.

    Transit Stations

    South 25th-Tacoma Link

    4 minute drive / 2.24 miles away

    Tacoma Dome Station-Tacoma Link

    431 E 25th St
    5 minute drive / 2.54 miles away

    Tacoma Dome Station-Sounder South Line

    431 E 25th St
    5 minute drive / 2.54 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Tacoma Studio Apartments $1,307$564$3,434
    Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,700$604$6,179
    Tacoma 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,085$1,195$10,000+
    Tacoma 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,559$1,675$5,796
    Tacoma 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,078$1,976$6,123

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