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Rents in Tacoma are $182 below the Pierce County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
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1201 Pacific Ave #600, Tacoma, WA 98402
Utopia Property Management is the Tacoma office of Utopia, a West Coast company managing single-family homes, condos, apartments and commercial properties, with marketing, tenant screening, rent collection, financial reporting, maintenance coordination, inspections and HOA bookkeeping.
In their words: “Services include professional marketing, tenant screening, rent collection, and financial reporting.”
Review summary: Most reviewers mention fast, reliable maintenance, clear communication and simple online rent payments.
2367 Tacoma Ave S C222, Tacoma, WA 98402
Keyrenter Property Management in Tacoma, part of the Keyrenter franchise, provides full-service property management across Tacoma and nearby cities such as Olympia, Puyallup, Lacey, Port Orchard, Federal Way and Gig Harbor, including marketing, screening, rent collection, maintenance, inspections and financial reporting.
Review summary: Reviewers often mention a helpful, responsive team, quick replies, a smooth rental process and a supportive leasing manager.
Serves the Tacoma area · no public office address, so no map pin
Up First Management provides long-term property management for single-family homes, small multifamily properties and condos in Washington's South Sound, including Tacoma, Puyallup, Lakewood, University Place and Lacey.
In their words: “Our management operations and systems are geared towards owners who do not want to be bothered by the day-to-day of managing their rentals.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention a kind, organized team that answers questions fast and makes renting out a home easy.
14208 Pacific Ave S Unit 2, Tacoma, WA 98444
Red Roof Rentals is a Parkland property management and real estate brokerage established in 2009, managing single-family homes and multi-family properties across Tacoma, Lakewood, Spanaway, Puyallup, University Place, Fircrest, Graham and the rest of Pierce County.
In their words: “One of the most important parts of our work is full-service leasing support that helps owners avoid the expensive consequences of poor placement.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention a friendly, responsive team, help finding tenants and a quick, easy move-in process.
11302 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98444
Suburban Realty, a third-generation family-owned business in Parkland since 1949, provides property management and real estate services in the Parkland and Spanaway community.
Review summary: Reviewers often mention kind, understanding staff, clear communication, careful rental management and an ethical, detail-minded approach.
2115 S 56th St Ste 308, Tacoma, WA 98409
Spinnaker Property Management is a property management company with an office in Tacoma, Washington, leasing and managing rental homes, townhouses and apartments for property owners in the Tacoma area.
1120 Pacific Ave #300, Tacoma, WA 98402
Fulcrum Real Estate Services manages apartments and multifamily communities for owners, with offices in Tacoma and Tumwater, and handles leasing and maintenance as a full-service firm.
In their words: “Fulcrum is first and foremost a full-service property management firm specializing in multi-family management.”
Review summary: Reviewers, mostly residents, describe friendly, hard-working managers and maintenance staff.
2102 N Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 98406
RE/MAX Property Management is a Tacoma office that lists rental homes, including condos in Gig Harbor, and offers an owner portal with financial statements and marketing of vacancies to renters.
5413 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409
Love My Space, based in Tacoma and part of Theory Real Estate, manages residential and commercial units in Pierce County, with advertising, tenant screening, leasing, rent collection, evictions, maintenance and an owner portal.
In their words: “Schedule Maintenance Repairs with our In-house Maintenance Team and Preferred Vendors”
Review summary: Most reviewers, largely tenants, mention quick, friendly maintenance repairs, though a few report unresolved issues and leasing problems.
2609 N Proctor St, Tacoma, WA 98407
North Point Property Services Group is a Tacoma company based in the Proctor District, managing residential rentals in North End Tacoma and across Pierce County, with leasing, maintenance, owner statements and owner management services.
Review summary: Most reviewers describe friendly, honest and responsive managers, though a few tenants report unanswered calls.
Serves the Tacoma area · no public office address, so no map pin
BNB Securities Property Management, listed in the McChord AFB area and operating from Roy, manages long-term and short-term rentals with tenant screening, leasing, rent collection, maintenance, inspections and evictions.
In their words: “As your property management company, we deal with tenant issues, evictions, collect rent, handle maintenance and repairs, bi-annual inspections, and qualify new tenants.”
15 S Oregon Ave, Tacoma, WA 98409
PMI South Sound is a locally owned PMI franchise office in Tacoma managing single-family homes in Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup, Olympia, Steilacoom, DuPont and Spanaway, with marketing, screening, rent collection, maintenance and inspections.
In their words: “Our office is locally owned and independently operated.”
950 Broadway suite 406-A, Tacoma, WA 98402
TMT Property Services is an owner-operated property management company with a Tacoma office, managing single-family and multi-family homes in Washington, California, Texas and Utah, with marketing, screening, rent collection, maintenance, inspections and evictions.
In their words: “We market your listing, screen and process prospective renters, collect rent from tenants, perform all maintenance work, and do periodic inspections of your property.”
Serves the Tacoma area · no public office address, so no map pin
Tacoma Property Management - Ploeger & Associates manages long-term residential rentals and vacation rentals in Seattle, Bellevue and Tacoma, covering tenant screening, maintenance, rent collection, rental pricing, marketing and evictions.
14609 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98444
One Way Properties is a Parkland company managing residential rentals and homeowner and condo associations around the Puget Sound, including Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup, Olympia, Bonney Lake and Auburn, and also handles home sales.
In their words: “At One Way Properties we streamline the rental process by preparing your property and securing qualified tenants.”
7809 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408
SNR Property Management is a Tacoma-based company managing apartments, micro-apartments, townhomes and duplexes in Tacoma, Port Orchard and the wider Puget Sound area, with leasing, rent collection, an owner portal and an in-house maintenance team.
In their words: “Our in-house maintenance team responds to resident needs conveniently and effectively, and we refresh all homes to a like-new condition for incoming residents, including professional cleaning and comprehensive move-in services.”
Starboard Real Estate is a locally owned Tacoma company founded in 2018, managing multifamily and residential properties across the Puget Sound, including Puyallup, Olympia, Lakewood and Federal Way, with asset management, brokerage, consulting and facilities maintenance.
In their words: “Starboard is a full service property management and brokerage firm founded by property owners who built the company they wished they could hire.”
Review summary: Reviewers, mostly residents, often mention friendly, helpful staff and clean, well-kept communities.
1417, 11317 S Steele St #104, Tacoma, WA 98444
The Joseph Group - Tacoma Property Management is a Parkland office of The Joseph Group, managing single-family homes, townhomes and small multi-family properties around Tacoma and the Puget Sound, with screening, rent collection, inspections, reporting and maintenance.
2102 N Pearl St #204, Tacoma, WA 98406
PURE Property Management of Washington is a Tacoma office of the Pure Property Management brand, managing single-family and multi-family homes across the greater Tacoma-Seattle area, including Auburn, Bellevue, Federal Way, Gig Harbor, Kent and Kirkland.
In their words: “We collect rent, provide financial reports, and manage maintenance.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention helpful staff and prompt handling of maintenance requests, though some describe poor organization.
5046 S M St, Tacoma, WA 98408
Sandco, based in Tacoma, rents and manages apartments and houses in Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup and the surrounding Pierce County area, handling leasing, tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance coordination, eviction coordination, move-out inspections and financial reporting.
Parkwood Property Management has managed rental property throughout Pierce County since 1988, focusing on single-family homes in Lakewood, Tacoma, University Place, Puyallup, DuPont and Steilacoom, with leasing, accounting and maintenance coordination.
In their words: “We manage your properties efficiently and effectively, providing exceptional service.”
Affinity Real Estate Management is a Tacoma company founded in 2008, managing single-family homes, multifamily and apartment properties, retail centers and office buildings across Pierce County and the South Sound, with tenant screening, accounting, maintenance and project development.
Great West Management Group is a Tacoma company founded in 1991 that manages single-family homes, multi-family buildings, commercial space, condominiums and HOAs across Tacoma, Pierce County, King County and the wider Puget Sound.
In their words: “We offer a roster of managed properties that includes multi-family buildings, single-family homes, commercial space, condominiums, and homeowner associations.”
PPS Homes is a family-owned company in Summit established in 2008, providing property management and real estate sales across the Seattle/Tacoma area, with marketing, leasing, rent collection and reporting for single-family homes and small multifamily properties.
In their words: “We take the time to know each of our clients and provide attentive, hands-on support tailored to their individual property and goals.”
Review summary: Most reviewers, largely tenants, describe prompt repairs, fair deposit handling and pleasant staff, though a few report extra charges.
15 S Oregon Ave #110, Tacoma, WA 98409
Aspen NW Real Estate & Property Management Group is a Tacoma company managing single-family, multi-family, small commercial and association properties in Pierce, South King and Kitsap counties, and also offers a DIY landlord program and real estate sales.
In their words: “Aspen NW Real Estate offers several programs to aid our clients in running their businesses successfully.”
738 Broadway Ste 301, Tacoma, WA 98402
Capital Management Advisors is a locally owned Tacoma company managing single-family homes, multifamily properties of up to 100 units, self-storage, office and retail space across the Puget Sound, with rent collection, marketing, lease administration, maintenance, tenant screening and accounting.
In their words: “Capital Management Advisors provides management services for residential and commercial properties including rent collection, property marketing, lease administration, repairs and maintenance, unit turnover and monthly accounting and reporting.”
Double Z Property Management is a family-owned Parkland company founded in 1993 that manages single-family homes in Spanaway, Tacoma, Puyallup, Edgewood, Frederickson, Graham, Lakewood, Yelm and nearby areas, with in-house maintenance, inspections and monthly statements.
In their words: “Double Z Property Management provides property management in Spanaway, Tacoma, Puyallup, Edgewood, Frederickson, Graham, Lakewood, Yelm, Roy, Dupont, and surrounding areas to include Lacey and North Thurston County.”
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Rents in Tacoma are $182 below the Pierce County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent rose in 7 of the last 12 months: +$36 in all since Oct 2025.
Green: rent went up that month. Grey: it went down.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Tacoma's typical asking rent is $182 (9.3%) below the county. The gap is growing compared with a year ago.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Tacoma is number 12 of 14 cities in the county by typical asking rent.
Cities with at least 13 months of Zillow data. Left out (too few months): Clover Creek, Midland, Milton, Orting, Steilacoom, Summit. Linked cities have their own page.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed, 1-year change. Data through September 2026.
Rents here usually rise most in April, May and June, so those are good months to list your rental.
Average change from the month before, 11 years of data.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Past growth, not a forecast. Rents can go down as well as up. Your own rent depends on the home, its condition and the lease.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma | $1,773 | +2.1% | 27 |
| University Place | $1,916 | +4.6% | 2 |
| Fife | $1,794 | +1.3% | 0 |
| Lakewood | $1,734 | +1.6% | 10 |
| Federal Way | $1,944 | +2.5% | 7 |
| Parkland | $1,759 | +0.2% | 0 |
| Steilacoom | $1,805 | 0 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Tacoma, WA HUD Metro FMR Area. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.
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Compare the 27 property management companies in Tacoma, Pierce County. Tick up to 3 to see them side by side, then request free quotes from all of them in one step. Highly rated managers based nearby, in Sumner and Auburn, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Tacoma is $1,773 (September 2026); +2.1% over the past year and +14.7% over five years. About 44.2% of homes in Tacoma are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 3.9% (Census, 2020-2024).
We list 27 property management companies in Tacoma, WA: 24 with an office in the city and 3 that serve the area from elsewhere or without a public office address.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Tacoma was $1,773 a month in September 2026, +2.1% on a year earlier.
Over the 11 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in April, May and June. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.
Fees depend on the company, the property and the services you need, and few companies publish them. Ask for a written quote that lists the monthly fee, leasing fee and any other charges. You can request quotes from up to 3 managers at once on this page.
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