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 February 2025, the average apartment rent in South Lakes is $775 for one bedroom, and $834 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Lakes has decreased by -0.8% in the past year.

  • 1 BR

  • 613 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $775/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 811 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $834/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

Murray Road Apartments

Murray Road Apartments

14607 Murray Rd SW,
Tacoma, WA 98439

Call for Rent | 2 Beds

Lost Lake Forest Apartments

Lost Lake Forest Apartments

7911 Washington Blvd SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

$1,700 | 1 Bed

Clover Creek Manor Apartments

Clover Creek Manor Apartments

11151 Gravelly Lake Dr SW,
Lakewood, WA 98499

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

15422 Rose Rd SW

15422 Rose Rd SW

15422 Rose Rd SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

$2,300 | 3 Beds

14440 Union Ave SW

14440 Union Ave SW

14440 Union Ave SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

$1,400 | 1 Bed

14618 Grant Ave SW

14618 Grant Ave SW

14618 Grant Ave SW,
Tacoma, WA 98498

$2,495 | 3 Beds

14442 Union Ave SW

14442 Union Ave SW

14442 Union Ave SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

$1,725 | 1 Bed

8517 Berkeley Ave SW

8517 Berkeley Ave SW

8517 Berkeley Ave SW,
Tacoma, WA 98498

$3,500 | 3 Beds

8102 Maple St SW

8102 Maple St SW

8102 Maple St SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

$3,595 | Studio

Houses for Rent in South Lakes

14442 Union Ave SW

14442 Union Ave SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

1 Bed | 1 Bath | $1,725

8517 Berkeley Ave SW

8517 Berkeley Ave SW,
Tacoma, WA 98498

3 Beds | 2 Baths | $3,500

8102 Maple St SW

8102 Maple St SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

Studio | 2 Baths | $3,595

13028 Lake City Blvd SW

13028 Lake City Blvd SW,
Lakewood, WA 98498

4 Beds | 4 Baths | $6,450

5204 Diamond Blvd SW

5204 Diamond Blvd SW,
Lakewood, WA 98499

4 Beds | 3 Baths | $3,199

1743 Lafayette St S

1743 Lafayette St S,
Tacoma, WA 98444

1 Bed | 1 Bath | $895

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