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$1,697/mo
Available December 15
2 beds · 1 bath · 781 sq ft
603 S J St, Unit 0404, Tacoma, WA 98405See all units at Chelsea Heights ApartmentsAs of November 5, 2026, Unit 0404 at Chelsea Heights Apartments in Tacoma, WA is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 781 sq ft apartment renting for $1,697 a month, available December 15. It is the only 2-bed unit available here. Listed since November 5.
Unit 0404 at Chelsea Heights Apartments has the 2X1 A floor plan. Pets are allowed, garage or covered parking is available, and the unit has an in-unit washer and dryer.
Unit
0404Floor plan
2X1 ABeds
2 bdBaths
1 baSize
781 sqftPets
Pets allowedParking
Garage or covered parkingLaundry
In-unit washer and dryerThe listing for Unit 0404 at Chelsea Heights Apartments shows $280.50 a month in fees (parking covered $100, internet services $65, pet rent $55, and 3 more), $45 due at application (application fee), $920 due at move-in (security deposit $500, pet deposit $400, pet management third party $20), and $320 in other upfront fees (holding deposit $300, utility new account fee $15, utility final bill fee $5).
Rent
$1,697/moEarliest move-in
Dec 15Internet Services | $65/mo |
Parking - Covered | $100/mo |
Pest Control Services | $4/mo |
Pet Rent | $55/mo |
Storage Space Rental | $50/mo |
Utility - Billing Administrative Fee | $6.5/mo |
Application Fee | $45 |
Pet Deposit (Refundable) | $400 |
Pet Management - Third Party | $20/yr |
Security Deposit (Refundable) | $500 |
Holding Deposit (Refundable) | $300 |
Utility - Final Bill Fee | $5 |
Utility - New Account Fee | $15 |
Unit 0404 at Chelsea Heights Apartments costs about $2,010 a month all-in: $1,697 rent and an estimated $313 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance.
All-in$2,010/mo
Unit 0404 at Chelsea Heights Apartments lists 9 amenities, including private patios and balconies.
9 Foot Ceilings
Breakfast Bar
Central Heating & Air
City Views
Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchens
Private Patios And Balconies
Soaking Tub
Stainless Steel Or Black Appliances
Vinyl Plank Flooring
Chelsea Heights Apartments is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 17 building amenities, including fitness center, patio/balcony, and dishwasher.
Air Conditioning
Clubhouse
Conference Room
Dishwasher
Fitness Center
Free Weights Available
Garage Parking
Gated Access
Key Fob Entry
Located Next To Wright Park
Near Theaters, Restaurants, & Shops
Package Receiving
Patio/Balcony
Pet Friendly
Smoke Free
Tv Lounge
Washer/Dryer
$1,549/mo · 1 bed · 1 bath · 556 sq ft
603 S J St, Tacoma, WA, 98405
Chelsea Heights Apartments has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate location (4.2) and management (3.8) highest and amenities and shared spaces (3.7) lowest.
Chelsea Heights offers a prime downtown Tacoma location near Wright Park, light rail, and local amenities, with spacious, well-maintained apartments. Staff responsiveness and maintenance quality are frequently praised, though the property experiences recurring issues with common area cleanliness, noise from neighboring units and residents, and pet-related maintenance challenges. Management consistency has improved in recent years, though some residents report past billing and communication problems.
Management responsiveness and staff professionalism vary significantly across resident experiences. Positive reviews consistently praise leasing and maintenance staff for friendliness, quick issue resolution, and helpful communication, while negative reviews cite inconsistent office availability, unresponsive communication, and billing issues including unexpected charges and collections referrals. Staff turnover has been a recurring concern, though recent stability with dedicated managers has improved satisfaction for some residents.
Chelsea Heights benefits from a highly convenient downtown location near Wright Park, transit corridors, hospitals, and local dining and retail options, with most residents praising walkability and proximity to amenities. The location is consistently cited as a major strength across positive reviews. However, a minority of residents report that location convenience does not fully offset concerns about building maintenance, cleanliness, and noise levels in common areas.
Residents report mixed experiences with building quality. Positive reviews highlight spacious apartments with quality finishes, functional elevators, and convenient location. However, negative reviews consistently cite cleanliness issues in common areas—particularly pet waste in stairwells and hallways—thin walls causing noise transmission, and maintenance challenges including elevator outages and water damage. Building condition appears to depend significantly on management responsiveness and maintenance staffing levels.
Maintenance response times and quality vary significantly. Several residents report quick, efficient repairs from maintenance staff, while others experienced delayed responses and incomplete work on move-in issues. Common concerns include staffing capacity constraints affecting building upkeep, with one maintenance worker noted as overworked. Appliance repairs and replacements have been inconsistent, ranging from prompt resolution to multiple failed inspections.
Residents report significant inconsistency in common-area maintenance, with recurring complaints about floor cleanliness, pet waste, and trash management. The fitness room lacks ventilation, and elevator and parking amenities have experienced functionality issues. While some residents praise responsive staff and convenient amenities like package delivery hubs and parking garages, others report understaffing and uneven service quality over time.
Chelsea Heights Apartments is very walkable and somewhat bikeable.
Chelsea Heights Apartments is a 97-unit building in Tacoma, WA.
Building
Apartment · GardenTotal units
97The closest school to Chelsea Heights Apartments is Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ, a public high school 0.3 miles away.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ Public · High | Public | High | 0.3 mi |
Community Based Transition Program Public · High | Public | High | 0.3 mi |
New Adventures Children's Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Tcc Fresh Start Public · High | Public | High | 0.3 mi |
Tacoma Day Care Pre-School Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.4 mi |
Bates Early Childhood Lc Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.4 mi |
Bates Technical College Child Care Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.4 mi |
Bryant Montessori School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 0.5 mi |
Sunrise Early Education Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.6 mi |
Community Montessori School Private · Elementary | Private | Elementary | 0.6 mi |
Chelsea Heights Apartments is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 253-507-8323.