1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, WA (266 Rentals)

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14510 Washington Ave SW
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14510 Washington Ave SW

14510 Washington Ave SWLakewood, WA 98498
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Emerald Village
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Emerald Village

5610 Boston Ave SWLakewood, WA 98499
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LaDobe Apartments
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LaDobe Apartments

4711-4801 121st St SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Washington Oaks
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Washington Oaks

15308 Washington Ave SWLakewood, WA 98498
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American Lake Townhomes
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American Lake Townhomes

12506 98th Avenue Ct SWLakewood, WA 98498
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Lakewood Tudor Haus
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Lakewood Tudor Haus

5310 McChord Dr SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Laurel Court
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Laurel Court

4702 108th St SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Village Square
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Village Square

10810 Lakeview Ave SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Garden Square
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Garden Square

8616 Hipkins Rd SWLakewood, WA 98498
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10607 47th Ave SW
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10607 47th Ave SW

10607 47th Ave SWLakewood, WA 98499
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LAK-10506
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LAK-10506

10506 Bridgeport Way SWLakewood, WA 98499

Lakewood, WA Local Guide

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Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 09, 2025

There are currently 158 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Lakewood, WA that range in price from $950 to $2,199. Oakbrook, Northeast Lakewood and North Lakewood are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Lakewood with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Oakbrook29$1,495$950
Northeast Lakewood15$1,388$1,090
North Lakewood14$1,540$950
Pacific13$1,345$1,099
Lake City12$1,484$950
South Lakes12$1,175$995
Tillicum12$1,162$995
Central Lakes8$1,255$1,195
Monte Vista8$1,502$1,195
Lakeview7$1,325$1,099

Largest Available Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lakewood, WA is found at Alta Apartments. in the Midland neighborhood and is 988 square feet priced from $1,500. James Apartment Homes in the Pacific neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 800 square feet and currently listed start at $1,615. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Lakewood:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Alta Apartments.1x1988 Sq Ft$1,500
James Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 Bath XL800 Sq Ft$1,615
Beaumont Grand Apartment HomesSaxony780 Sq Ft$1,985
WellstoneA2775 Sq Ft$1,990
Bridgeview 1251 Bed / 1 Bath766 Sq Ft$1,775
Sunset View Apartments - 55+ CommunityOne Bedroom750 Sq Ft$1,495
The Woodmark1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C)750 Sq Ft$1,090
Park West1 Bed / 1 Bath750 Sq Ft$1,495
Latitude 471 Bed 1 Bath585 Sq Ft$1,500

Cheapest Available Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 09, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lakewood, WA is the One Bedroom One Bath Model starting from $995 at Western Terrace in the North Fort Lewis neighborhood. The second most affordable Lakewood 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C) Model at The Woodmark starting at $1,090 in the South End neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lakewood is currently $1,495. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lakewood:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Western TerraceOne Bedroom One Bath$995
The Woodmark1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C)$1,090
The Crossings Apartments1$1,115
Ash Creek Apartments1x1$1,175
Sundance ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,195
Fort Steilacoom Apartments1 Bedroom$1,195
Landing on Lincoln1x1$1,225
Hunters Glen Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$1,255
Indigo ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath (A3)$1,275
Warner Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,285

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Lakewood Overview

The aptly named Lakewood is comprised of a budding population of just over 50,000 souls, complete with plenty of natural beauty. A close drive from Tacoma and a number of other Washington cities, this 'little big town' has heart and charm to spare.

Why live in Lakewood, WA?

Home to both the Clover Park Techincal School as well as Pierce College, Lakewood is an ideal spot to live for anyone pursuing higher education. The Western State Hospital remains a steady source of local employement as well, and the area's bounty of lakes and hiking trails makes a Lakewood rental pitch-perfect for those who enjoy the great outdoors. 

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Getting Around Lakewood, WA

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lakewood Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Lakewood with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Lakewood is at Western Terrace listed at $995.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lakewood Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lakewood is $1,495.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lakewood Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lakewood is a 988 square feet unit starting from $1,500 at Alta Apartments..

What is the average size for Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Lakewood is currently 686 sq ft.

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