South Lakes

Lakewood, WA

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South Lakes - Lakewood, WA

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Surrounded by the beauty of Gravelly and American Lake, South Lakes neighborhood in Lakewood, Washington provides a suburban community with gorgeous mountain and forest views. Located just nine miles from Downtown Tacoma and I-5, South Lakes gives residents the comfort and ease of suburban life as well as a simple commute to the city from their apartments.

For recreational activities, locals enjoy living so close to Harry Todd Park, a 17-acre green space with a beach, picnic tables, and tennis courts. To view the neighborhood’s most beautiful foliage, stop by Lakewold Gardens. This historic garden has a library, garden rooms, and nature trails.

When it comes to dining out, several popular eateries line Pacific Highway Southwest. Visit Pizza Casa for family-style Italian food served in a welcoming dining room. Or swing by OSJ International for authentic Spanish-style shrimp cakes and paella.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in South Lakes is $748 for one bedroom, and $794 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Lakes has decreased by -0.2% in the past year.

  • 1 BR

  • 614 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $748/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 835 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $794/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

48

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

54

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

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Top Apartments in South Lakes

Lost Lake Forest Apartments

Lost Lake Forest Apartments

7911 Washington Blvd SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

$1,595 - 1,899 | 1-2 Beds

12919 Lake City Blvd SW

12919 Lake City Blvd SW

12919 Lake City Blvd SW,
Tacoma, WA 98498

$2,495 | 3 Beds

Clover Creek Manor Apartments

Clover Creek Manor Apartments

11151 Gravelly Lake Dr SW,
Lakewood, WA 98499

$1,500 - 1,900 | 1-2 Beds

14505-14505 Woodlawn St SW

14505-14505 Woodlawn St SW

14505-14505 Woodlawn St SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

$1,795 | 2 Beds

14440 Union Ave SW

14440 Union Ave SW

14440 Union Ave SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

$1,450 | 1 Bed

14624 Portland Ave SW

14624 Portland Ave SW

14624 Portland Ave SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

$2,250 | 3 Beds

14442 Union Ave SW

14442 Union Ave SW

14442 Union Ave SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

$1,750 | 1 Bed

13028 Lake City Blvd SW

13028 Lake City Blvd SW

13028 Lake City Blvd SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

$6,900 | 4 Beds

Houses for Rent in South Lakes

12919 Lake City Blvd SW

12919 Lake City Blvd SW,
Tacoma, WA 98498

3 Beds | 2 Baths | $2,495

14624 Portland Ave SW

14624 Portland Ave SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | $2,250

14442 Union Ave SW

14442 Union Ave SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

1 Bed | 1 Bath | $1,750

13028 Lake City Blvd SW

13028 Lake City Blvd SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

4 Beds | 4 Baths | $6,900

123 Lake Louise Dr SW

123 Lake Louise Dr SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

1 Bed | 1 Bath | $1,800

8005 Fairway Dr SW

8005 Fairway Dr SW,
Tacoma, WA 98498

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | $2,180

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