Tacoma neighborhood guide
Living in Northeast Tacoma
Northeast Tacoma is a residential area on the hill across the Hylebos and Commencement Bay from downtown, including Browns Point and neighborhoods near Dash Point. It is known for a quieter, suburban feel and some water views.
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What is Northeast Tacoma like?
Northeast Tacoma is mostly single-family neighborhoods, with many homes built in the later decades of the 20th century and some newer construction. Some areas have views of Commencement Bay and the city.
- TypeNeighborhood in the City of Tacoma
- SchoolsMostly Tacoma Public Schools; confirm by address
- NearbyBrowns Point, Dash Point, Federal Way
Northeast Tacoma questions
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Which school district serves Northeast Tacoma?
Most of Northeast Tacoma is in Tacoma Public Schools, which has elementary schools there such as Northeast Tacoma and Browns Point. Confirm by address, since nearby areas outside the city may be in a different district.
Is Northeast Tacoma convenient to King County?
It sits at the north edge of Pierce County, next to Federal Way, which can make trips north shorter than from other Tacoma neighborhoods. Test your commute at the times you would drive.
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