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Tacoma Multifamily Investment Opportunity
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$7,450,000

1208 S 27th St, Tacoma, WA 98409

50-unit apartment community near I-5 and Hilltop Light Rail.

Property Size41,700 SF
Days on Market201

Property Features for 1208 S 27th St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 41,700 SF
Property subtype Multifamily
Occupancy 95%

Amenities

Excellent Location: Proximity to major arterials such as I-5 as well as Hilltop Light Rail Station
Excellent Historical Occupancy: Owners have been able to maintain below 5% vacancy rate
Rental Upside: Rents have 35% rental upside

Building Details

Building Size 41,700 SF
Units 50
Listing Agency: Seattle Office
Listed By: Aimon Heffernan · License #License(s): WA: 23029794
Source: Marcusmillichap
Added: Apr 3 Changed: Oct 19 Last Checked: Oct 20 at 5:16PM

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Investment Insights

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Vista Rainier is a fifty-unit apartment community constructed in 1968, situated in the Hilltop neighborhood of Tacoma. The property is located near I-5 and approximately one mile from the Hilltop Light Rail Station. The community features forty two-bedroom, one-bathroom units averaging 848 square feet, four one-bedroom, one-bathroom units averaging 750 square feet, five studios averaging 430 square feet, and one three-bedroom, one-bathroom unit of approximately 1,000 square feet. Each unit includes a kitchen and living room. Ample on-site parking is available. The property is positioned as an investment opportunity with potential for rental upside through renovations.

Key Highlights

  • Significant rental upside potential through renovations to achieve a 7% annual return.
  • Excellent commuter location: close to I‑5 and one mile from the Hilltop Light Rail Station.
  • Spacious units: mix of one-, two-, and three‑bedroom units, plus studios.

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$477,463
Cap Rate
6.41%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$9,549,260 $9.5M
Cap Rate 7%
$6,820,900 $6.8M
Cap Rate 9%
$5,305,144 $5.3M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 41,700 SF
Gross rent
$915.7K $21.96/SF
− Vacancy
−$47.6K −$1.14/SF
EGI
$868.1K $20.82/SF
− OpEx
−$390.7K −$9.37/SF
NOI
$477.5K $11.45/SF
Area
Tacoma, WA
Vacancy
5.20%
Lease Rate
$21.96 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
45.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$9,549,260
Cap Rate 7%
$6,820,900
Cap Rate 9%
$5,305,144

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$6.82M
$5.97M – $7.96M (±1% cap)
NOI $477,463 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.41%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$12.82M
$11.22M – $14.95M (±1% cap)
NOI $897,217 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.04%
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Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

750
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 98409, WA

27,840
Population
12,136
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
33
Median Age
21%
College-Educated
87%
High-School Grad
7.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,921
Density / Sq Mi
$71,649
Median Household Income
$43,652
Median Earnings
$1,579
Median Rent
$363,000
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in West region

7% 2022
7.8% 2023
8.6% 2024
8.6% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - 50-unit apartment community near I-5 and Hilltop Light Rail.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 1208 S 27th St Tacoma, WA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $7,450,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Significant rental upside potential through renovations to achieve a 7% annual return.; Excellent commuter location: close to I‑5 and one mile from the Hilltop Light Rail Station.; Spacious units: mix of one-, two-, and three‑bedroom units, plus studios.
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