
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, WA from $500 (61 Rentals)
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Lakewood, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakewood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Lakewood Studio Apartments | $1,204 | $995 | $1,700 |
Cheap Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $995 | $2,072 |
Cheap Lakewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,887 | $1,200 | $4,135 |
Cheap Lakewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,331 | $1,800 | $3,045 |
Cheap Lakewood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,975 | $2,975 | $2,975 |
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Lakewood, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lakewood, WA
Pricing Updated: 08/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lakewood, WA area range in price from $995 to $3,500 with an overall median price of $2,477. The three Lakewood neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Tillicum at $995, South Lakes at $995, and Pacific at $1,010. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lakewood Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Tillicum | $1,575 | $995 | 14 |
South Lakes | $1,650 | $995 | 19 |
Pacific | $2,195 | $1,010 | 27 |
Central Lakes | $2,237 | $1,195 | 20 |
Lakeview | $2,357 | $1,125 | 24 |
Lakeview Tacoma | $2,357 | $1,125 | 25 |
Northeast Lakewood | $2,375 | $995 | 41 |
Clover Park | $2,397 | $1,195 | 22 |
Oakbrook | $2,397 | $1,125 | 91 |
Clinton Park | $2,512 | $1,238 | 29 |
Cheapest Available Lakewood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakewood, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Western Terrace in the North Fort Lewis neighborhood priced from $995. Indigo Apartments in the South End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lakewood apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Western Terrace | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Indigo Apartments | Studio (S1) | Studio,1BA | $995 |
The Theodore | Studio (A) | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Cascade Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
The Woodmark | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C) | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Thea Apartments | Studio (M) | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
Ash Creek Apartments | 1X1L | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
The Crossings Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Landing on Lincoln | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, WA
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lakewood area is the $1.62 price per square foot two bedroom townhome Model at Lawndale Town Homes in the in the Lake City neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Lakewood apartment is the 15422 Rose Rd SW Model at 15422 Rose Rd SW, Unit A starting at $1,800 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the North Fort Lewis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakewood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lawndale Town Homes | two bedroom townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
15422 Rose Rd SW, Unit A | 15422 Rose Rd SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Town View Apartments | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Mullen Cove Apartments | 2BD/2BA - 1,080 SQ FT | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
Alta Apartments. | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Valley Vista | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Hillside Glen Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Bridgewood Estates Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Latitude 47 | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.71 |
The Woodmark | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C) | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Lakewood, WA
Lake Louise Elementary School
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakewood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lakewood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lakewood is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakewood?
The cheapest apartment in Lakewood is Western Terrace which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Lakewood costs $2,477.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakewood?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 46 regular apartments in Lakewood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lakewood?
Cheap apartments in Lakewood have an average cost of $237 which is $2,240 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakewood.
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