Elk Plain

Spanaway, WA

Elk Plain - Spanaway, WA

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Niche Reviews

3.3 (35 Reviews)

A quiet getaway near several Washington cities

Wooded • Quiet • Commuter • Community •

Located about a mile southeast of Downtown Spanaway, Elk Plain exudes a small-town atmosphere. If you prefer a laid-back lifestyle without the action of a big city, expect to enjoy life in this neighborhood. Similar to many Washington neighborhoods, Elk Plain is extremely wooded and features towering trees. Elk Plain is predominately residential, but there are small stores, several schools, daycare centers, and parks in the neighborhood. Elk Plain is also home to the Classic Golf Club.

Renters will find an array of single-family houses and apartments available for rent, spanning from mid-range to upscale rentals. Although Elk Plain feels quiet and secluded, the neighborhood is still proximate to several popular destinations. Along with Joint Base Lewis–McChord, Elk Plain is convenient to Tacoma, which is about a 30-minute drive away. Seattle and Bellevue are about an hour’s drive north, a great distance for a weekend trip.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Elk Plain is $2,207 for three bedrooms.

3 BR
1,547 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,207/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Reviews of Elk Plain - Spanaway, WA

Niche Reviews

3.3 35 Reviews

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9 years ago•Niche Review

There are many different kinds of people in this community. I would choose to live in this community but in Puyallup, there are very welcoming and really help the county grow. However, my school district"s graduation rate has gone up 11.4% so I would encourage students to study in the Bethel School District.

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9 years and 2 months ago•Niche Review

The area is not all that bad except for the nearby sex offenders. I don't feel that my children are very safe.

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9 years and 11 months ago•Niche Review

Washington is known for rain, lives up to it.

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9 years and 11 months ago•Niche Review

Usual Northwestern weather. Plenty of rain, cold winters, and hot summers.

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