Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake City Neighborhood of Lakewood, WA from $700 (13 Rentals)

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Emerald Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Village

5610 Boston Ave SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Lincoln Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Court Apartments

12908-12918 Lincoln Ave SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Garden Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Square

8616 Hipkins Rd SWLakewood, WA 98498
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Hawaiian Village North
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hawaiian Village North

40 Thunderbird Pky SWLakewood, WA 98498
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American Lake Townhomes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

American Lake Townhomes

12506 98th Avenue Ct SWLakewood, WA 98498
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Pine Ridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

5612 Boston Ave SWLakewood, WA 98499
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Landing on Lincoln
1 Bedroom Apartments

Landing on Lincoln

12809 Lincoln Ave SWTacoma, WA 98499
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Lake City, Lakewood, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lake City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake City area of Lakewood, WA is a Studio unit found at Lake Grove Apartments! priced from $1,145. Fort Steilacoom Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Lake City apartments for rent in Lakewood, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lake Grove Apartments!The HemlockStudio,1BA$1,145
Fort Steilacoom Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
Morningtree Park1B 1B Small1BR,1BA$1,275
Westwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,295
Hunters Glen ApartmentsStandard1BR,1BA$1,385

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake City, WA

As of January 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake City area is the $2.16 price per square foot 3B Model at The Village at Seeley Lake in the in the Lake City neighborhood starting from $2,720. The second greatest value Lake City apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Merrill Creek starting at $1,806 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Lake City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Village at Seeley Lake3B3BR,2BA$2.16
Merrill Creek2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.84
Lost Lake Forest ApartmentsOpal - 940 SQFT2BR,2BA$2.02
Harbor Oaks2 Beds 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.83
Beaumont Grand Apartment HomesCanterbury2BR,1BA$2.19
MOD 832 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.00
Westwood ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$2.03
Steilacoom Woods2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.03
Fort Steilacoom Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.87
Hunters Glen ApartmentsStandard1BR,1BA$2.26

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lake City, Lakewood, WA

Ranked #2

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Lake City, Lakewood, and the greater Lakewood area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake City Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lake City?

The cheapest apartment in Lake City is Fort Steilacoom Apartments which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in Lake City costs $3,995.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lake City?

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 2 regular apartments in Lake City 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 Lake City?

Cheap apartments in Lake City have an average cost of $109 which is $3,886 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lake City.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!