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Western Terrace
7310 150th St SWLakewood, WA 98439
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r45a Laurel Court
4702 108th St SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Springtree Apartments
4810 127th St SWLakewood, WA 98499
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14510 Washington Ave SW
14510 Washington Ave SWLakewood, WA 98498
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Emerald Village
5610 Boston Ave SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Lincoln Court Apartments
12908-12918 Lincoln Ave SWLakewood, WA 98499
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The Village At Oak Meadows
7127 150th St SWLakewood, WA 98439
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LaDobe Apartments
4711-4801 121st St SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Grand Cedars
5226-5230 Chicago AveLakewood, WA 98499
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Maple Court Apartments
4809 122nd St SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Brickyard Apartments
4610-4614 113th St SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Freiday Apartments
10915 Freiday St SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Lakewood Tudor Haus
5310 McChord Dr SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Garden Square
8616 Hipkins Rd SWLakewood, WA 98498
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Hawaiian Village North
40 Thunderbird Pky SWLakewood, WA 98498
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Meadows Apartments
7702 Custer Rd WLakewood, WA 98499
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Village Square
10810 Lakeview Ave SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Villaire Apartments
7619 Burgess St WLakewood, WA 98499
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10607 Kendrick St SW
10607 Kendrick St SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Twin Oaks
4801 115th Street Ct SWLakewood, WA 98499
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4815-4901 115th Street Ct SW
4815-4901 115th Street Ct SWLakewood, WA 98499
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12615 47th Ave SW, Unit #4
12615 47th Ave SWTacoma, WA 98499
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The Theodore
8801 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98444
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8726-8736 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98444
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8702 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98444
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Ash Creek Apartments
1420 112th St STacoma, WA 98444
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Safe Harbor Apartments
8820 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98444
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The Woodmark
2425 S 96th StTacoma, WA 98444
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Thea Apartments
7414 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98408
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2504 Woods DrSteilacoom, WA 98388
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Orchard Heights Apartments
4901 S 56th StTacoma, WA 98409
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7419 S Verde StTacoma, WA 98409
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Manitou Park
4215 S 66th StTacoma, WA 98409
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Three Oaks Apartments
3015 96th St STacoma, WA 98499
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Fairway Heights Apartments
6201 Lakewood DrUniversity Place, WA 98467
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Pacifica South Apartments
230 S 80th StTacoma, WA 98408
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Fairway View
6611 Lakewood Dr WUniversity Place, WA 98467
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Sandman III
2001 106th St STacoma, WA 98444
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Fircrest Wellington Apartments
1303 Mar Vista DrFircrest, WA 98466
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White Rock Apartments
5416 S M StTacoma, WA 98408
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Bergerson Terrace
5301 Orchard St WUniversity Place, WA 98467
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Boulder Park
7523 44th St WUniversity Place, WA 98466
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Cedar Crest Apartments
1754-1762 108th St STacoma, WA 98444
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Oaks West Apartments
4503-4543 McChord Dr SWTacoma, WA 98499
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Landing on Lincoln
12809 Lincoln Ave SWTacoma, WA 98499
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Lakewood, WA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakewood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Lakewood Studio Apartments | $1,179 | $995 | $2,680 |
| Cheap Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $925 | $2,500 |
| Cheap Lakewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,042 | $1,200 | $3,015 |
| Cheap Lakewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,381 | $1,779 | $3,125 |
| Cheap Lakewood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,543 | $1,976 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lakewood, WA
Pricing Updated: 01/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Lakewood, WA area range in price from $925 to $3,995 with an overall median price of $3,031. The three Lakewood neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Tillicum at $995, Monte Vista at $1,195, and North Lakewood at $1,195. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tillicum | $1,575 | $995 | 12 |
| Monte Vista | $2,190 | $1,195 | 35 |
| North Lakewood | $2,232 | $1,195 | 53 |
| Pacific | $2,275 | $925 | 32 |
| Lakeview | $2,299 | $1,095 | 28 |
| Lakeview Tacoma | $2,299 | $1,095 | 28 |
| Oakbrook | $2,299 | $1,095 | 152 |
| Northeast Lakewood | $2,500 | $999 | 93 |
| South Lakes | $2,865 | $995 | 14 |
| Central Lakes | $3,995 | $1,195 | 18 |
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. The Theodore 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Terrace | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Theodore | Studio (A) | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Indigo Apartments | I.Stu.s1 | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Safe Harbor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
| The Woodmark | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C) | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Thea Apartments | Studio (M) | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| r45a Laurel Court | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Crossings Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Cascade Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, WA
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakewood area is the $1.19 price per square foot 1060 S 86th St Model at 1060 S 86th St, Unit A in the in the South End neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Lakewood apartment is the 4411 76th Ave W Model at 4411 76th Ave W, Unit Unit 3 starting at $1,775 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the University Place 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1060 S 86th St, Unit A | 1060 S 86th St | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.19 |
| 4411 76th Ave W, Unit Unit 3 | 4411 76th Ave W | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Alta Apartments. | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Aladdin Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| Scenic Pines Apartments | Ponderosa | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Sunset View | 2x1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Valley Vista | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Briarstone | 2/1 950sf | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Bridgewood Estates Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 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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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 $3,031.
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 35 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 $275 which is $2,756 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakewood.
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