City Guide
Tacoma, WA
Overview
Tacoma, WA, is known for its world-renowned glass art, found at the Museum of Glass. The city has around 220,000 residents, making it one of the larger cities in Washington state. An interesting fact about Tacoma is that its name means "The Mother of the Waters." Another fun fact is that The Tacoma Dome is the world's largest wood-domed arena.
What’s it like to live in Tacoma, WA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Tacoma, WA you'll find that the median sale price is
$489,000
and homes stay on the market for 7 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Tacoma are $488,450
and $454,500
, respectively. Tacoma area townhouses have a median sale price of $585,000
, making them more expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Tacoma, WAExplore our Tacoma housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Tacoma home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Tacoma rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Tacoma rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Tacoma, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Tacoma
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
North East | $744,975 | 78 / 100 | 32 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Northeast Tacoma | $745,000 | 78 / 100 | 23 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
West End | $620,000 | 78 / 100 | 45 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
South Tacoma | $414,500 | 76 / 100 | 50 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
North End | $662,500 | 81 / 100 | 65 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Tacoma Articles & Neighborhood Content
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See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsTacoma Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '24 - Apr '24, 20% of Tacoma homebuyers searched to move out of Tacoma, while 80% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Tacoma from outside metros.
- San Francisco homebuyers searched to move into Tacoma more than any other metro followed by New York and Washington.
Where are people moving to Tacoma from?
- 80% of Tacoma homebuyers searched to stay within the Tacoma metropolitan area.
- Phoenix was the most popular destination among Tacoma homebuyers followed by Bellingham and Portland.
Where are people from Tacoma moving to?
Number of People Moving to Tacoma
least
most
People are moving to Tacoma from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '24 - Apr '24 | ||
1 | 2,406 | ||
2 | 1,003 | ||
3 | 139 | ||
4 | 11 | ||
5 | 6 | ||
6 | 4 | ||
7 | 4 | ||
8 | 4 | ||
9 | 3 | ||
10 | 3 |
People are leaving Tacoma for
Outbound | Net outflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '24 - Apr '24 | ||
1 | 4,225 | ||
2 | 2,668 | ||
3 | 2,173 | ||
4 | 1,951 | ||
5 | 1,712 | ||
6 | 1,709 | ||
7 | 1,674 | ||
8 | 1,303 | ||
9 | 1,220 | ||
10 | 1,165 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Tacoma, WA ?
Located on the banks of the Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA is home to many fun activities from strolling the local seaport to taking a quick nature walk. Tacoma has many popular museums including the LeMay - America's Car Museum, Museum of Glass, and Tacoma Art Museum, all of which are frequented by tourists and locals alike. Tacoma also offers a vibrant performing arts scene with venues like the Jazzbones Restaurant & Nightclub and Pantages Theater. There are numerous parks and green spaces within the city like Browns Point Lighthouse Park, Wright Park, and Point Defiance Park, which is filled with gardens, beaches, nature trails, and the Point Defiance Zoo. Restaurants and acclaimed eateries abound in Tacoma, so you don't want to skip over these local restaurants. For a quick taste of the town, stop by Moctezuma's Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar, Cliff House Restaurant, or BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse.
Explore some of the best things to do in Tacoma
What's the best way to get around Tacoma, WA ?
The best way to get around Tacoma is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Tacoma has a walk score of 54, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 98421 and 98422. You can also get around Tacoma by bike. With a bike score of 48, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Tacoma Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Tacoma has 4 heavy rail stations; Tacoma Sounder Station, Amtrak, Tacoma Dome - Transit Center, Amtrak. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Marine Terminals & Ferries
Tacoma has 1 marine terminal; Pierce County Terminals. There are a few ferry lines, which are good for a day trip to a handful of places in the area.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 29 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There is 1 bike rental location.