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Apartments for rent in Lakewood, WA

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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Lakewood

Easy to walk to businesses if you don't have a car. There is a great restaurant 800 feet away. A park is also only a two minute walk.

It's on a dead-end road and the park is right across the way. But the park is also full of homeless people that live just out of sight in the woodsy part of the park by the creek. But it is quiet and we don't have a lot of theft here.

What i like is because i have a lot of family close by to talk too. Also a lot of friends that are here if i am ever bored

Mt neighborhood is tucked away close to a few lakes. feels like the country but its not. Mor walking distance hur not do.i fast from town center shopping mall.

Very mixed and diverse neighborhood with old and young peoplegreat places to be entertained.real people to visit and be around .people like being in this neighborhood

quiet, low-key. people tend to themselves, but know each other, even if only by sight, not to hang out with each other.

Who Lives Here

Lakewood Demographics

Education

High School

27%

Associate's

25%

Bachelor's

10%

Master's

4%

Doctorate

34%

Family Size

2 people

48%

3 people

24%

4 people

17%

5 people

7%

6+ people

4%

Household Income

0-50k

47%

50-100k

32%

100-150k

13%

150-200k

4%

200k+

4%

Age

0-10

13%

10-20

9%

20-45

38%

45-65

24%

65+

15%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Lakewood?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
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Nov '23$1085$1495$1838$2470
Oct '23$1457$1555$1878$2537
Sep '23$1457$1559$1893$2531
Aug '23$1457$1584$1898$2503
Jul '23$1018$1580$2005$2840
Jun '23$1018$1623$1933$2930
May '23$1018$1597$1955$2778
Apr '23$1165$1545$1922$2718
Mar '23$1311$1565$1925$2636
Feb '23$1457$1542$1797$2620
Jan '23$1374$1535$1812$2463
Dec '22$1374$1508$1862$2609

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Lakewood

Lakewood Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

19%

15-30 Mins

42%

30-40 Mins

16%

40-60 Mins

12%

60+ Mins

11%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 5454

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 20 of 26 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 13 of 26 renters

Percentage: 5151

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 17 of 26 renters

Top Scores: Retail, Gas, Grocery

Things To Do In Lakewood

Top Score

Retail Shops

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The shopping scene here is a size medium.

  1. A high number of shops per resident
  2. Significantly more shops than average
  3. Significantly more shops than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The road is less traveled for filling the tank up in Lakewood.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. Significantly more gas stations than average
  3. 30% more gas stations than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The food shops around here are few and far between.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 42% more grocery stores than average
  3. 33% more grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Lakewood serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 95% more restaurants than average
  3. 26% more restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The coffee scene is lukewarm in Lakewood.

  1. A high number of coffee shops per resident
  2. Significantly more coffee shops than average
  3. Significantly more coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll need to stock up the mini-bar. Lakewood is running dry.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 10% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 11% more bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too many park perks in Lakewood.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 24% fewer parks than average
  3. 60% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 36% fewer gyms than average
  3. 65% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Lakewood could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. Significantly more pet facilities than average
  3. 12% more pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 50% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 41% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We have a bone to pick with this Lakewood's access to medical care.

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 37% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. 87% fewer medical facilities than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Lakewood Features

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 19 of 26 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 17 of 26 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 16 of 26 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 16 of 26 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 16 of 26 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 15 of 26 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 15 of 26 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 14 of 26 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 14 of 26 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 14 of 26 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

Yes

Say 13 of 26 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 14 of 26 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 14 of 26 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 15 of 26 renters

Quiet Area

No

Say 15 of 26 renters

Safe For Families

No

Say 16 of 26 renters

Maintained Yards

No

Say 18 of 26 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 21 of 26 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 21 of 26 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 24 of 26 renters

Lakewood Education

Schools

Percentage: 3/53/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Lakewood

9/10

Evergreen Primary School

Grades PK, K-4 • Public

8/10

Beachwood Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

8/10

Fern Hill Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

8/10

University Place Primary School

Grades PK, K-4 • Public

7/10

Carter Lake Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

7/10

James Sales Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

What You Need to Know

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All About

Living in Lakewood, WA

Those looking to rent an apartment in the Tacoma region ought to consider the city of Lakewood, which combined the best of the region's urban amenities with a significant number of recreational offerings.

Culture and entertainment are provided in full force in Lakewood, and apartment renters can take advantage of a number of local resources when looking to enjoy their time away from work. The Lakewood Playhouse offers performances in community theater and serves as a venue for lectures, musical performances and other attractions, making it a multi-faceted favorite for local apartment renters. Lakewood Towne Center also offers apartment renters everything they could need in terms of shopping and dining destinations, leaving little wonder as to why the city's been listed as one of the top 100 places nationwide for young people to love.

Additionally, apartment residents looking to satiate their taste for history can pay a visit to some of Lakewood's top historical attractions, including the magnificent Thornewood Castle and estate, and the legendary Fort Steilacoom.

Those looking for a calm and relaxing escape from everyday life can enjoy a visit to the Lakewold Gardens, a year-round 10-acre estate garden that has existed since 1908 and offers apartment renters a unique connection to nature. Renowned landscapers have made their mark on the beautiful gardens, and it plays host to a number of annual events popular among Lakewood apartment renters, including Mayfest and the Second City Chamber Concert Series.

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