Move to Tacoma Blog
Investing in Tacoma Real Estate with Michael Robinson 010
Local Realtor Michael Robinson bought his first house (in Tacoma’s West End) in the late 70’s when he was 18 years old after selling his dirtbike to get the downpayment.”I had a roomate,” says Michael. “And the amount of rent I charged my roomate c...
Tacoma Neighborhood Map
We’re excited to announce our new Clickable Tacoma Neighborhood Map. A common issue people moving to Tacoma have is trying to find a way to get the lay of the land. Where are the neighborhoods in relation to each other? What does each neighborhood look like? These are the...
Tourism, Adventure, and Fearless Exploration with Bennish Brown 009
My friend Jenny sent me a picture of an ad at the airport the other day. It was a picture of a man on a hiking adventure that said, “A place for FEARLESS exploration.” She thought it was a good topic for conversation- what’s up with that slogan? Do they mean T...
Frog and Kiwi: A Cafe & Indoor Play Area for Kids
Frog and Kiwi is one of the most unique cafes in Tacoma for one reason: their awesome play area for toddlers! Located in the University Place Town Center, Frog and Kiwi offers a safe 1,300-sq. ft. facility to little ones to run around in (although do keep in mind that parents n...
Boathouse 19: A Tacoma Waterfront Staple
With beautiful outside seating and amazing food, Boathouse 19 is a Tacoma waterfront favorite. The restaurant boasts stunning ocean views both from inside and from their amazing deck, and it especially comes to life in the summertime. The Eats “Snacks” and appetize...
From NYC to 253, Moving to Tacoma from New York with Vania Kent Harber Episode 008
Originally from Sunnyside in Queens New York- Vania Kent Harber first moved to Tacoma with her partner Nathan in 2009. They started with a house in Tacoma’s 6th Avenue neighborhood and now (2 children later) reside in Tacoma’s Stadium District. “The thing that Tacoma has...
Tacoma isn’t cool?
“Why would anyone move to Tacoma? Tacoma isn’t cool!” Tacoma is getting a lot of attention lately and it seems to be coming at us for two reasons. First, Tacoma has been improving for decades (museums, infrastructure improvements, transportation improvements, ...
Tacoma’s East Side and South End with Marty Campbell Podcast 007
Tacoma’s East Side is a bit of a mystery to many Tacomans. Tacoma City Councilman Marty Campbell (who represents the East Side and South End neighborhoods of Tacoma) is here to talk about his district, dispel myths about the East Side, and share some of the east side̵...
Taqueria el Antojos
If you’re looking for delicious and authentic Mexican fare in Tacoma, Taqueria el Antojos is the place to go for incredibly reasonable prices, a huge menu, and amazing food. They’ve got great customer service too, so you’ll be sure to leave full and happy. The Eats Whe...
Gari of Sushi: Delicious & Beautiful
Great sushi does exist in Tacoma, and Gari of Sushi is the place to find it! Located in the Lincoln District, this sushi restaurant features beautiful and delicious food, a varied menu, and a low-key atmosphere. With the same sushi chef every day, the quality of the sushi at ...
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Trying to figure out what neighborhood in Tacoma is right for you? This Tacoma neighborhood guide is designed to help you research everything you’ll need to make your choice. From restaurants and lifestyle to architecture and schools, we’ve got the information you need to find YOUR Tacoma neighborhood.
