Tacoma
Known as the City of Destiny, Tacoma sits on Commencement Bay in the southern portion of Puget Sound. Just minutes from Seattle, Tacoma is the birthplace of internationally-acclaimed glass artist Dale Chihuly. His work is spotted throughout the city, especially the Chihuly Bridge of Glass at the Museum of Glass, a 500-foot-long pedestrian overpass linking the Museum of Glass to Downtown Tacoma. You can create your own work of blown glass at the Tacoma Glassblowing Studio. In addition to its creative culture, Tacoma offers residents and visitors access to world-renowned museums, unique venues, and outdoor recreation. Explore the rotating exhibits at LeMay-America’s Car Museum, Tacoma Art Museum, and Washington State History Museum. Grab a drink at Bob’s Java Jive or Dorky’s Bar Arcade before you head to a performance at Rialto Theater or the Tacoma Dome. Peruse the shops at Tacoma Mall and B & I Shopping Center. Take a hike, visit the zoo, and rent kayaks in Point Defiance Park. Access to major highways, Tacoma Link light rail, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport make commuting and traveling from Tacoma a breeze.
Puyallup
Home of the famous Washington State Fair, the Daffodil Festival, and Meeker Days street festival, Puyallup is a city that loves to stay active. The location is perfect for commuters, just 10 miles from Tacoma and 35 miles from Seattle with rail service available to both cities. Mount Rainier is clearly visible from most parts of town, giving Puyallup a remarkable scenic value. Downtown offers a highly walkable environment with many unique shopping and dining options, as well as the beautiful Pioneer Park and the adjacent Puyallup Public Library. The wildlife preserves of the Cascade Mountains are close at hand, making it easy to explore Washington’s natural beauty from your Puyallup rental.
University Place
Luxury living on the waterfront is a particularly alluring description, and that’s exactly what University Place offers. Though affluent housing on the Puget Sound is an obvious perk, this small city also offers a variety of apartments that range from affordable to upscale, so there’s something for everyone. About six miles west of Tacoma, the charming town of University Place is situated between the state capital of Olympia and Washington’s largest city, Seattle. With scenic views of the Olympic Mountains, Mount Rainier, and the Puget Sound, residents of this city don’t want for much when it comes to beautiful views. Chambers Bay Golf Course takes up a large portion of the city’s coast and is well-known for its perfectly landscaped green, picturesque views, and popular PGA events. On the same natural area lies Chambers Creek Regional Park that shares the course’s scenic views, boasting miles of walking trails, lush lawns, and a dog park. After you find your ideal apartment, be sure to spend a day apple picking at Curran Apple Orchard, a community favorite. A variety of casual restaurants, supermarkets, banks, and other conveniences reside in town, and if you’re looking for more shopping, dining, and entertainment options, the city of Tacoma is just minutes from your potential new home in this coastal oasis.
