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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Lakewood Studio Apartments | $1,201 | $995 | $2,729 |
| Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,632 | $925 | $2,475 |
| Lakewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,993 | $1,200 | $3,015 |
| Lakewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,337 | $1,757 | $3,175 |
| Lakewood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,155 | $1,967 | $2,595 |
There are currently 59 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Lakewood, WA that range in price from $999 to $1,650. Northeast Lakewood, Clinton Park and Custer are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Lakewood with the most available Studio apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Lakewood | 22 | $1,150 | $999 |
| Clinton Park | 4 | $1,282 | $1,249 |
| Custer | 4 | $1,282 | $1,249 |
| Interlaken | 4 | $1,282 | $1,249 |
| Lakeview | 4 | $1,265 | $1,125 |
| Lakeview Tacoma | 4 | $1,265 | $1,125 |
| Monte Vista | 4 | $1,265 | $1,125 |
| Clover Park | 3 | $1,249 | $1,249 |
| Lake City | 3 | $1,249 | $1,100 |
| Pacific | 3 | $1,456 | $1,125 |
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Lakewood, WA is found at Bridgeview 125 in the University Place neighborhood and is 635 square feet priced from $1,650. Wellstone in the Pacific neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 600 square feet and currently listed start at $1,513. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Lakewood:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeview 125 | Studios | 635 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Wellstone | A0 | 600 Sq Ft | $1,513 |
| The Duo | Open One Bedroom F | 546 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
| Westmall Terrace Apartments | Studio Deluxe | 542 Sq Ft | $1,325 |
| The Larson | Studio | 516 Sq Ft | $1,499 |
| Echelon | Studio | 506 Sq Ft | $1,599 |
| James Apartment Homes | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| Lake Grove Apartments! | The Hemlock | 344 Sq Ft | $1,249 |
| Swan Grove Apartments | The Blakely | 344 Sq Ft | $1,282 |
As of February 25, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Lakewood, WA is the Partial Renovation Model starting from $995 at White Rock Apartments in the South Tacoma neighborhood. The second most affordable Lakewood Studio is the Studio (A) Model at The Theodore starting at $995 in the South End neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Lakewood is currently $1,201. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Lakewood:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| White Rock Apartments | Partial Renovation | $995 |
| The Theodore | Studio (A) | $995 |
| Indigo Apartments | I.Stu.s2 | $999 |
| Cascade Ridge Apartments | Studio | $1,060 |
| Thea Apartments | Studio (M) | $1,070 |
| Safe Harbor Apartments | Studio | $1,085 |
| Sandman Apartments | Studio - 297 | $1,195 |
| Lake Grove Apartments! | The Hemlock | $1,249 |
| Swan Grove Apartments | The Blakely | $1,282 |
| Westmall Terrace Apartments | Studio Deluxe | $1,325 |
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Write a ReviewThe 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.
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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Currently the most affordable Studio in Lakewood is at White Rock Apartments listed at $995.
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Lakewood is $1,201.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lakewood is a 635 square feet unit starting from $1,650 at Bridgeview 125.
The average size for a Studio rental in Lakewood is currently 324 sq ft.
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