Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, WA from $500 (67 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 | $1,239 | $995 | $1,950 |
Cheap Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,515 | $925 | $3,850 |
Cheap Lakewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,778 | $1,145 | $4,135 |
Cheap Lakewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,353 | $1,625 | $4,705 |
Cheap Lakewood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,899 | $2,899 | $2,899 |
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Lakewood, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lakewood, WA
Pricing Updated: 04/27/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lakewood, WA area range in price from $925 to $4,705 with an overall median price of $2,411. The three Lakewood neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Central Lakes at $1,185, South Lakes at $995, and Tillicum at $995. 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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Central Lakes | $2,199 | $1,185 | 57 |
South Lakes | $2,199 | $995 | 33 |
Tillicum | $2,200 | $995 | 20 |
Lakeview | $2,375 | $1,049 | 85 |
Clinton Park | $2,412 | $1,099 | 50 |
Clover Park | $2,412 | $1,049 | 60 |
Lake City | $2,412 | $925 | 110 |
Lakeview Tacoma | $2,412 | $1,049 | 94 |
Northeast Lakewood | $2,451 | $995 | 108 |
North Lakewood | $2,451 | $925 | 99 |
Cheapest Available Lakewood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakewood, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Washington Oaks in the North Fort Lewis neighborhood priced from $947. Western Terrace in the North Fort Lewis neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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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Washington Oaks | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $947 |
Western Terrace | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Indigo Apartments | Studio (S1) | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Cascade Ridge Apartments | Studio (ADA) | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
Twin Oaks | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
Pacific Walk | Open One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Ash Creek Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
The Crossings Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
The Woodmark | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C) | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
The Theodore | Studio (A) | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, WA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lakewood area is the $1.14 price per square foot 15422 Rose Rd SW Model at 15422 Rose Rd SW, Unit WaterFront American Lake in the in the North Fort Lewis neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Lakewood apartment is the Townhome Model at Aladdin Townhomes starting at $1,700 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the South End 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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15422 Rose Rd SW, Unit WaterFront American Lake | 15422 Rose Rd SW | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
Aladdin Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
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 |
LAK-10506 | 1bd-1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Hidden Lake Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Bridgewood Estates Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
The Woodmark | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C) | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Washington Oaks | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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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 $1,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakewood?
The cheapest apartment in Lakewood is Washington Oaks which is listed at $947, while the average apartment in Lakewood costs $2,411.
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 139 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 $276 which is $2,135 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakewood.
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