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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Outdoor spaces
  • Welcoming surroundings
  • Nearby shopping
  • Comfortable living

Location

5110 Chicago Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA 98499, USA|Pacific
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Management

Nordic Real Estate, LLC

Leasing office

(206) 718-7853

Property Overview

Chicago Apartments offers a strong overall renter experience, with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, standout value per square foot, and a location that provides convenient access to transit and nearby shopping. Its notable features include outdoor spaces, welcoming surroundings, and comfortable living, supported by solid amenities and competitive pricing.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Chicago Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Chicago Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath580 sqft$1,200 /mo2 units available
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath750 sqft$1,600 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Chicago Apartments

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

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Units42
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About Chicago Apartments

HomeApartments in LakewoodPacific Chicago Apartments

Welcome to this well-located property in the heart of Lakewood, offering convenient access to everyday essentials, major commuting routes, and nearby amenities. Situated in Pierce County, this property provides a comfortable residential setting while remaining close to shopping, dining, parks, and local services. The location offers easy connectivity to Interstate 5, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, and Downtown Tacoma, making it ideal for commuters seeking both accessibility and neighborhood convenience. Residents can enjoy nearby recreational opportunities, schools, and community amenities that contribute to a balanced and comfortable lifestyle. With its central location and welcoming surroundings, this property presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking practical living in a well-connected Lakewood community.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Chicago Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Chicago Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Chicago Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Chicago Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Chicago Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Chicago Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Chicago Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Chicago Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 Chicago Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Pacific

1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in Pacific.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Chicago Apartments to be 2% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Pacific.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Pacific
Lakewood
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lakewood
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,395
September 2024$1,355
October 2024$1,345
November 2024$1,384
December 2024$1,377
January 2025$1,322
February 2025$1,305
March 2025$1,308
April 2025$1,300
May 2025$1,299
June 2025$1,299
July 2025$1,304
August 2025$1,302
September 2025$1,299
October 2025$1,320
November 2025$1,391
December 2025$1,341
January 2026$1,393
February 2026$1,355
March 2026$1,373
April 2026$1,390
May 2026$1,409
June 2026$1,382
July 2026$1,321
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Pacific
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,308
September 2024$1,295
October 2024$1,300
November 2024$1,330
December 2024$1,307
January 2025$1,223
February 2025$1,202
March 2025$1,219
April 2025$1,230
May 2025$1,300
June 2025$1,364
July 2025$1,305
August 2025$1,328
September 2025$1,350
October 2025$1,269
November 2025$1,237
December 2025$1,232
January 2026$1,220
February 2026$1,235
March 2026$1,295
April 2026$1,246
May 2026$1,237
June 2026$1,209
July 2026$1,200

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$48,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near Chicago Apartments

Tyee Park Elementary School

11920 seminole rd sw

lakewood, WA, 98499

PK, K-5Public
C

Clover Park Early Learning Program

10202 earley ave sw

lakewood, WA, 98499

PKPublic

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+

BETHEL HOPE EARLY LEARNING CENTER

214 167th st s

spanaway, WA, 98387

PK, KPublic
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Getting around Lakewood near 5110 Chicago 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

4/10
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 5110 Chicago Ave Sw, Lakewood

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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