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Unionaire

$1,325 – $1,675/mo

1–2 bedrooms
1 bath
638–819 sq ft
3 units available

1902 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA, 98405

As of November 2, 2026, Unionaire in Tacoma, WA has 3 apartments for rent from $1,325 to $1,675/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,325 and two-bedrooms at $1,675.

Floor plans

Unionaire has 3 units available across 2 floor plans: a one-bedroom layout (638 sq ft) and a two-bedroom layout (819 sq ft). Prices checked November 2, 2026.

1 Bedroom

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 638 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,325/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
17	$1,325	638	Mar 20
44	$1,395	638	Nov 10

2 Bedroom

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 819 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,675/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
34	$1,675	819	Nov 10

See all 3 units listed at Unionaire, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At Unionaire, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,596 a month all-in: $1,325 rent and an estimated $271 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $2,020.

All-in from$1,596/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Unionaire takes about $47,700 a year for a one-bedroom and $60,300 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,596 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $65,400 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,596/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$65,400/yr

Income to qualify

$47,700/yr

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Rent history

Over the past 30 days, the average asking rent at Unionaire has held at $1,465. The current average is $1,465.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (12 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Unionaire, the security deposit is $1,250.

Rent
$1,325 – $1,675/mo
Security deposit
$1,250
Earliest move-in
Mar 20

Amenities

Unionaire has parking on site and a laundry room on site. It lists 4 amenities: assigned parking, benches areas for resident in the front yard, off-street parking, and on-site laundry.

Assigned Parking
Benches Areas For Resident In The Front Yard
Off-Street Parking
On-Site Laundry

Location

1902 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA, 98405

Resident reviews

Unionaire has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate management (4.1) highest and building quality (1.5) lowest.

4.2

Overall rating

Positive

Mixed

Neutral

Negative

Management4.1

Amenities and Shared Spaces1.5

Building Quality1.5

Overall21 reviews

Most residents praise the leasing and management experience, with particular appreciation for staff responsiveness and communication. However, a minority of long-term residents report significant concerns about maintenance responsiveness, water service reliability, HVAC performance, moisture and mold issues, and amenity accuracy in listings. Location convenience is a consistent positive. Experiences appear to vary substantially depending on occupancy period and unit condition.

Management responsiveness and leasing staff professionalism are consistently praised, with staff noted as helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable during the leasing process. However, some residents report concerns about property maintenance responsiveness, deposit handling, and enforcement of community policies during tenancy. Overall experience varies significantly between the leasing phase and ongoing residency.

Residents report ongoing water service interruptions and concerns about repair quality and cost. Climate control issues, including poor air circulation and temperature inconsistency, are noted alongside parking security concerns. Laundry facilities are limited (4 machines across three buildings) with reported dryer performance issues, and moisture-related problems including mold odors have been documented.

This property received one negative review citing concerns about building upkeep, property maintenance, and deposit return processes. The reviewer reported issues with odors and cleanliness related to neighboring units, as well as management responsiveness to maintenance concerns. Limited review data on building quality makes it difficult to assess how representative these concerns are across the resident population.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Unionaire is somewhat walkable and not bikeable.

Walking: Somewhat walkable; Grade D
Biking: Not bikeable; Grade F

About this property

Unionaire Apartments Welcome to Unionaire Apartments, ideally located in the heart of Tacoma. Surrounded by leading medical and dental facilities, respected schools, shopping, and popular local restaurants, Unionaire places you close to everything you need. Enjoy views of Mount Rainier on clear days, catch a game at Cheney Stadium, or take advantage of nearby commuter rail access for an easy trip into downtown Tacoma or Seattle. Unionaire offers studio, one, and two bedroom apartment homes. Choose from classic retro style layouts full of character or fully renovated homes featuring hardwood flooring, updated fixtures, and modern appliances. Each apartment includes a private enclosed deck or patio, giving you extra space to relax and take in the surroundings. Apartment features include all electric kitchens, Energy Star appliances, large closets, spacious patios and decks, carpeted or hardwood flooring options, generous storage, and tubs with showers. Residents also enjoy free laundry in our mid century inspired laundry rooms, assigned onsite parking, high speed internet access, exterior security cameras, and convenient off street parking. Discover comfort, location, and style all in one community. Schedule your tour of Unionaire Apartments today.

Nearby schools

The closest school to Unionaire is Life Christian School, a private high school 0.2 miles away. The closest public school is Franklin Elementary School, 0.4 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Life Christian School Private · High	Private	High	0.2 mi
Reach House Childcare Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.3 mi
Bellarmine Preparatory School Private · High	Private	High	0.4 mi
Franklin Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	0.4 mi
Foss High School Public · High	Public	High	0.6 mi
Tacoma Christian Academy Private · High	Private	High	0.9 mi
Tacoma Christian Academy Private · High	Private	High	0.9 mi
DeLong Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	1.0 mi
Stanley Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	1.1 mi
Sunrise Early Education Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.2 mi