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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

9120 Lawndale Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498, USA|Central Lakes
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Management

Sage Homes Northwest LLC

Leasing office

(253) 800-1004

Open 

Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm PT

Property Overview

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Kenwood Heights is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kenwood Heights 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
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2 bed1 bath950 sqft$1,595 /mo
2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2 bed1.5 bath975 sqft$1,695 /mo4 units available

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Amenities for Kenwood Heights

Apartment Amenities

CarpetFreezer
HeatingKitchen
Tub/Shower

Appliances

Range

Tech

Cable ReadyHigh Speed Internet Access

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundrySmoke-free

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Neighborhood

Nearby PlaygroundTransportation
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

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

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About Kenwood Heights

HomeApartments in LakewoodCentral Lakes Kenwood Heights

Discover the charm of Kenwood Heights Apartments, a serene and pet-friendly community in Lakewood, WA. This quaint complex features spacious one- and two-bedroom layouts, each thoughtfully refreshed with updated kitchens, on-site laundry, and off-street parking — all nestled among beautifully landscaped grounds. Conveniently located near the Lakewood Towne Center and Clover Park Shops, life at Kenwood Heights is centrally located with numerous shopping, dining and entertainment options — with easy access to I-5 for commuters to JBLM (Joint Base Lewis-McChord), Tacoma, or Seattle.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Kenwood Heights is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kenwood Heights 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 Kenwood Heights
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.
Kenwood Heights 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·9A 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.
Kenwood Heights goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Kenwood Heights receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Kenwood Heights 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 Kenwood Heights 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.
Kenwood Heights 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.

Kenwood Heights is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Kenwood Heights compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 62 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Central Lakes

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Kenwood Heights to be 5% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Central Lakes.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Central Lakes
Lakewood
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lakewood
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,396
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
August 2026$1,295
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Central Lakes
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,379
October 2024$1,363
November 2024$1,356
December 2024$1,368
January 2025$1,346
February 2025$1,304
March 2025$1,340
April 2025$1,382
May 2025$1,406
June 2025$1,240
July 2025$1,215
August 2025$1,225
September 2025$1,192
October 2025$1,197
November 2025$1,423
December 2025$1,411
January 2026$1,381
February 2026$1,379
March 2026$1,428
April 2026$1,349
May 2026$1,301
June 2026$1,307
July 2026$1,288
August 2026$1,250

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 9120 Lawndale Ave Sw?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$65,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $65,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,645.
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Schools near Kenwood Heights

Lake Louise Elementary School

11014 holden rd sw

lakewood, WA, 98498

PK, K-5Public
B-

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

Central Lakes | Lakewood, WA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Lakewood near 9120 Lawndale Ave Sw

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 9120 Lawndale Ave Sw, Lakewood

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within a short drive

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

4/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

2/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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