Move to Tacoma Blog
Tacoma Realtor Marguerite Martin Quoted in The Seattle Times
Tacoma realtor and MovetoTacoma.com creator Marguerite Martin was interviewed for a story this week written by Katherine Anne Long called, “As Seattleites and their money flow south, Tacoma residents grapple with changing neighborhoods.” Katherine uses interviews wi...
Moving to Tacoma? Don’t Make These Mistakes.
People have been moving to Tacoma for a long time, but in recent years a lot of new folks are attracted to Tacoma. Whether you’ve been lured by housing prices that seem lower than what you knew in your homeland, are inspired by the gorgeous views of the Puget Sound and Mt...
List of Condos in Downtown Tacoma
Marguerite is the creator of MoveToTacoma.com. Marguerite has been a real estate agent in Tacoma for 15 years specializing in condos in and around Downtown Tacoma. Whether you’re new to Tacoma or you’ve lived here for years, being able to tell the difference betwe...
Waterfront neighborhoods near Tacoma, Washington
Looking for waterfront and water view neighborhoods in and around Tacoma, Washington? We’ve put together a list here with pictures, videos, and more! Whether you’re moving to the Pacific Northwest or you already live here- a home with a water view is probably on the...
How to Move to Tacoma
I’ve been a Tacoma real estate agent since 2005, and I’ve been running the MovetoTacoma.com website since 2015. If there’s one thing I do a LOT it’s answer questions and help folks who are planning their moves to Tacoma. While the places people move to T...
It’s Hot in Tacoma! Cool off at these three great waterfront parks!
WantIt’s no secret, Pacific Northwesterners both love and can’t handle the heat of summer! I grew up in Pierce County- but I didn’t grow up fleeing to the Tacoma waterfront on hot days. First, I lived in the county and we went to lakes for that stuff- b...
Buying a house in Tacoma? Don’t make these mistakes.
This post is an oldie but a goodie. It was my very first video that I ever filmed (pre-braces and in the full flower of my youth!). Summary of the mistakes first time buyers (and sometimes even second time buyers!) make when they’re buying houses in Tacoma: 1. They fall i...
Manifesto Coffee in Tacoma
People ask all the time where to go for great coffee in Tacoma. While my all time undefeated favorite coffee to buy is the Valhalla Valkyrie Blend from Valhalla on 6th Ave- Manifesto Coffee is a pretty close second. Manifesto is located in Tacoma’s Hilltop neighborhood ne...
Pho King in Tacoma’s Hilltop
Looking for a great place to eat Pho in Central Tacoma? Head to 1020 MLK Way in the Hilltop for some Pho King. One of my favorite places to go when I have a cold (and everyone in town’s!) the Pho is delicious and affordable. I’m a vegetarian and they have a deliciou...
What is the Move To Tacoma Podcast?
The Move to Tacoma Podcast was started by Tacoma real estate agent Marguerite Martin back in 2015. While the original goal was to help make it easier for folks relocating to Tacoma learn about the city, the podcast quickly became a resource for locals as well. The podcast spawn...
Have a question about Tacoma Real Estate? Text Marguerite, she won’t stalk you! 253-820-3784
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.
