Tacoma neighborhood guide
Living in South Tacoma
South Tacoma is a largely residential part of the city, centered on the South Tacoma Way business district. Buyers often find more house for the money than in the North End, plus a Sounder station.
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At a glance
What is South Tacoma like?
South Tacoma has many modest single-family homes and a long-standing business corridor on South Tacoma Way. The South Tacoma Sounder station adds a commuter-rail option.
- TypeNeighborhood in the City of Tacoma
- SchoolsTacoma Public Schools; confirm by address
- Main routesI-5, SR 16 nearby
- TransitSounder S Line at South Tacoma Station
South Tacoma questions
What do buyers ask about South Tacoma?
Does South Tacoma have commuter rail?
Yes. South Tacoma Station is on Sound Transit's Sounder S Line.
What kind of homes are in South Tacoma?
Mostly single-family homes, many mid-century, with a range of lot sizes. Ask us for recent sales on the blocks you like.
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