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    The Orion Apartments

    29 Saint Helens Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402

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    Apartment building
    1-2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    Other parking

    Available units

    Price may not include required fees and charges
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    Unit
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    Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnBase rent, sorted ascending
    401
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Now
    $1,299
    801
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Now
    $1,399
    304
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Now
    $1,449
    408
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Nov 14
    $1,499
    903
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Oct 23
    $1,499
    1011
    1 bd, 1 ba
    500
    Nov 14
    $1,499
    1211
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Now
    $1,499
    905
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Nov 14
    $1,522
    804
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Now
    $1,573
    810
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Nov 17
    $1,573
    1406
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Now
    $1,583
    1607
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Now
    $1,599
    1603
    1 bd, 1 ba
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    Nov 3
    $1,627
    602
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Now
    $1,644
    1102
    1 bd, 1 ba
    525
    Now
    $1,645

    What's special

    Pet washing station
    Clean pets, cleaner home
    A pet washing station is rare. Less than 4% of buildings in Tacoma have this feature.
    Wood-look plank flooringElegant touches
    Located in the heart of Tacoma, WA's Stadium District, Orion is a renovated high-rise community with panoramic views of Mt. Rainier, Puget Sound, Wright Park, and the desirable New Tacoma city lights. Enjoy living in New Tacoma, surrounded by many restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and local parks nearby. Orion also offers convenient access to Tacoma Link Light Rail and Interstates 705 and 5.Our community offers modern 1 and 2-bedroom apartments in Tacoma, WA, that are sure to impress. Appreciate the elegant touches in your home, such as wood-look plank flooring and expansive views of the Tacoma, Washington skyline. Please bring your pets along and keep them looking fresh with the pet wash station.

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Conference Room
    • Game Room
    • Pet Washing Station: Pet Wash Station
    Outdoor common areas
    • Patio: Outdoor Patios & Grill Station
    Services & facilities
    • Bicycle Storage: Controlled Access Bicycle Storage with Work Bench
    • On-Site Maintenance: OnSiteMaintenance
    • On-Site Management: OnSiteManagement

    Unit Features

    Other
    • Patio Balcony: Outdoor Patios & Grill Station

    Policies

    Parking
    • Garage: Reserved Garage Parking in Secured Building
    • Parking Lot: Other
    Lease terms
    • 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
    Pet essentials
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    • DogsAllowed
    • CatsAllowed
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    Additional details
    Restrictions: None
    Pet amenities
    Pet Waste Stations

    Special Features

    • 1 And 2 Bedroom Apartment Homes And Penthouses
    • 24-hour Clothes Care Center
    • 24-hour On-site Emergency Maintenance
    • 24-hour Security Patrol
    • Fitness Facility
    • Fully-equipped Kitchen
    • Outdoor Bocce Ball Area
    • Pet Waste Stations
    • Ranked #1 Most Walkable Neighborhood - Walk Score
    • Wood-look Plank Flooring
    • Yoga Studio

    Neighborhood: New Tacoma

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    • Arts Scene
      Galleries, murals, and cultural venues showcase creativity and artistic talent.
      Walkable Streets
      Pedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.
      Transit Access
      Convenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.
      Water Sports
      Opportunities for kayaking, paddleboarding, and aquatic adventures.
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    Downtown Tacoma’s 98402 blends waterfront living with a creative, urban energy. Centered on the Thea Foss Waterway and the Museum District, you’ll find the Museum of Glass, Tacoma Art Museum, and Washington State History Museum, plus the University of Washington Tacoma campus and the Prairie Line Trail threading pocket parks and public art. The T Line streetcar links blocks of walkable streets, from Antique Row and the Pantages and Rialto theaters to McMenamins Elks Temple, 7 Seas Brewing, and a lively dining scene (Indochine, The Social Bar & Grill, Matador, and coffee favorites like Olympia Coffee and Campfire). Groceries and everyday needs are covered by neighborhood markets, the seasonal Broadway Farmers Market, and nearby Stadium Thriftway; workouts are easy at the Downtown Tacoma Y. Locals kayak and paddleboard along the esplanade, catch bay breezes with mountain views, and gather for festivals on Tollefson Plaza. Recent Zillow market trends show a median rent in the upper $1,000s, with most listings over the past few months ranging roughly from the mid-$1,500s to mid-$2,600s. The area is pet friendly and welcoming to students and professionals.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    93 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    56 / 100
    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Tacoma

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of The Orion Apartments?

    The Orion Apartments has a walk score of 93, it's a walker's paradise.

    What schools are assigned to The Orion Apartments?

    The schools assigned to The Orion Apartments include Edna Travis Elementary, Hilltop Heritage Middle School, and Stadium High School.

    What neighborhood is The Orion Apartments in?

    The Orion Apartments is in the New Tacoma neighborhood in Tacoma, WA.

    There are 6+ floor plans availableWith 134% more variety than properties in the area, you're sure to find a place that fits your lifestyle.