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Highlights
- Designer finishes
- Ample parking
- Stylishly updated interior
- Fully fenced backyard
Location
14915 Portland Ave Sw, Tacoma, WA 98498, USA|South Lakes
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Property Overview
Located just 0.12 miles from a top-rated elementary school, this property offers an impressive collection of 43 photos, providing potential renters with a comprehensive visual tour. It features pet-friendly amenities, including nearby pet supply stores, as well as outdoor spaces and durable flooring options like tile, vinyl, or hardwood. These attributes combine to create an appealing living environment.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 14915 Portland Ave Sw, South Lakes
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning |
Building
| Dogs OK | No Laundry Available |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Other
| No Air Conditioning | No Cats |
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
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About 14915 Portland Ave Sw
Welcome to this charming single-family home nestled in the desirable Tillicum neighborhood of Lakewood! This rambler blends modern comfort with timeless character, featuring a bright, open interior and thoughtful updates throughout — perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Step inside to discover two comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom. The kitchen impresses with white cabinetry, countertops, tile accents, stainless steel appliances, and fresh flooring, making meal prep a joy. Cozy evenings or summer barbecues await on the patio overlooking the fully fenced backyard — ideal for pets, play, or gardening. A detached outbuilding offers valuable additional storage, and there’s ample off-street parking. HOME FEATURES: - 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom - Stylishly updated interior with designer finishes - Kitchen with new countertops, tile, and stainless appliances - Fresh flooring throughout - Fully fenced backyard with patio - Detached outbuilding for extra storage - Ample parking GREAT LOCATION: - Quiet and established Tillicum neighborhood - Walking distance to American Lake - Close to parks, trails, and outdoor recreation - Convenient access to shopping, dining, and everyday amenities - Approximately 10 minutes to JBLM under normal traffic conditions SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: - Credit score of 650 or above - Monthly gross income must be 3x the monthly rent (Example: if rent is $2,000/mo, the household must earn $6,000/mo) - Proof of income and financial responsibility required - Applicants with 750+ credit score do not require last month’s deposit Deposits: - Security deposit equal to one month’s rent - Last month’s rent is required if the credit score is below 750
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 14915 Portland Ave Sw compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | South Lakes |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 98498 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in South Lakes
2-bedroom apartments at 14915 Portland Ave Sw cost about 27% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Lakewood.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
South Lakes
Lakewood
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,945 |
| April 2024 | $1,987 |
| May 2024 | $2,056 |
| June 2024 | $1,923 |
| July 2024 | $1,838 |
| August 2024 | $1,806 |
| September 2024 | $1,785 |
| October 2024 | $1,697 |
| November 2024 | $1,696 |
| December 2024 | $1,687 |
| January 2025 | $1,664 |
| February 2025 | $1,610 |
| March 2025 | $1,697 |
| April 2025 | $1,697 |
| May 2025 | $1,734 |
| June 2025 | $1,741 |
| July 2025 | $1,779 |
| August 2025 | $1,731 |
| September 2025 | $1,763 |
| October 2025 | $1,766 |
| November 2025 | $1,707 |
| December 2025 | $1,728 |
| January 2026 | $1,745 |
| February 2026 | $1,762 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,645 |
| April 2024 | $1,512 |
| May 2024 | $1,450 |
| June 2024 | $1,389 |
| July 2024 | $1,449 |
| August 2024 | $1,562 |
| September 2024 | $1,575 |
| October 2024 | $1,597 |
| November 2024 | $1,567 |
| December 2024 | $1,530 |
| January 2025 | $1,486 |
| February 2025 | $1,436 |
| March 2025 | $1,596 |
| April 2025 | $1,620 |
| May 2025 | $1,577 |
| June 2025 | $1,629 |
| July 2025 | $1,625 |
| August 2025 | $1,504 |
| September 2025 | $1,533 |
| October 2025 | $1,499 |
| November 2025 | $1,505 |
| December 2025 | $1,563 |
| January 2026 | $1,595 |
| February 2026 | $1,585 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 14915 Portland Ave Sw
Tillicum Elementary School
8514 maple st sw
lakewood, WA, 98498
PK, K-5Public
C
Early Learning Center
12223 s a st
tacoma, WA, 98444
PKPublic
Oak Grove Elementary School
8805 steilacoom blvd sw
lakewood, WA, 98498
K-6Public
B+
Clover Park Early Learning Program
10202 earley ave sw
lakewood, WA, 98499
PKPublic
BETHEL HOPE EARLY LEARNING CENTER
214 167th st s
spanaway, WA, 98387
PK, KPublic
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Neighborhood
South Lakes | Lakewood, WA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Tacoma near 14915 Portland Ave Sw
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 14915 Portland Ave Sw, Tacoma
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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