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Heron's Key
Scout 100Gig Harbor, WA · 30 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Gig Harbor's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled Nursing in Tacoma, WA
24-hour licensed nursing care and rehabilitation — the highest level of medical care outside a hospital. Federally inspected and rated.
Typical cost in Tacoma
$12,540–$15,810/mo
median $13,790/mo
Communities listed
21
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Tacoma, WA · 150 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Tacoma's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →3
Rainier Rehabilitation
Scout 90Puyallup, WA · 117 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Puyallup's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →4
The Oaks at Lakewood
Scout 90Tacoma, WA · 80 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Tacoma's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →5
Life Care Center of South Hill
Scout 86Puyallup, WA · 100 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Puyallup's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →6
Washington Soldiers Home
Scout 81Orting, WA · 97 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Orting.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →7
Tacoma, WA · 60 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Tacoma.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →8
Cottesmore of Life Care
Scout 79Gig Harbor, WA · 108 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Gig Harbor.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →9
Life Care Center of Puyallup
Scout 68Puyallup, WA · 102 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Puyallup.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →10
Eliseo
Scout 62Tacoma, WA · 187 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Tacoma.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →11
University Place, WA · 120 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in University Place.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →12
Tacoma, WA · 124 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Tacoma.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →13
Avamere at Pacific Ridge
Scout 45Tacoma, WA · 102 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Tacoma.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
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Puyallup Post Acute
Scout 44Puyallup, WA · 96 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Puyallup.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →15
Heartwood Extended Healthcare
Scout 43Tacoma, WA · 120 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Tacoma.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →16
Avalon Healthcare - Tacoma
Scout 41Tacoma, WA · 81 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →17
Tacoma, WA · 147 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →18
Gig Harbor, WA · 120 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Gig Harbor.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →19
Tacoma, WA · 123 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →20
Park Rose Care Center
Scout 25Tacoma, WA · 139 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →21
Linden Grove Health Care Center
Scout 16Puyallup, WA · 130 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled Nursing in Tacoma: common questions
How much does skilled nursing cost in Tacoma?
Skilled Nursing in the Tacoma, WA area typically costs $12,540–$15,810 per month, with a local median of about $13,790 (published survey medians adjusted for Tacoma prices). Exact rates vary by community, residence type, and care needs.
What are the best skilled nursing communities in Tacoma?
Ranked by objective federal data (star ratings, staffing, inspections), the top-rated skilled nursing communities in Tacoma right now are Heron's Key, Tacoma Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Rainier Rehabilitation. The full ranked list — 21 communities — is on this page, with each community's inspection record and pricing.
How do I choose skilled nursing in Tacoma?
Compare objective data first (ratings, staffing, inspection history — all free on Haven), confirm all-in monthly pricing, then tour your top 2–3. A free Haven advisor who knows the Tacoma market can confirm current availability and pricing.