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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Conveniently located
- Hassle-free laundry facility
- Freeway access
Location
14424 Union Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498, USA|South Lakes
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Property Overview
Paradise Apartments is a high-value option with an overall expert rating of 8.6/10, including perfect marks for price and standout scores for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents can expect strong value for money, convenient freeway access, and hassle-free on-site laundry in a location that offers easy access to daily necessities and popular destinations.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Dishwasher
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,450 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to your new home in Lakewood, WA! This upper unit apartment offers two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, perfect for those who value comfort and convenience. The apartment is conveniently located near freeway access, making your daily commute a breeze. For those who serve or work at JBLM, you'll be delighted to know that it's just a short distance away. The apartment complex also features a laundry facility, ensuring that your laundry days are hassle-free. Please note that this is a no-pets property. Experience the ease of living in a well-connected neighborhood with all the essentials within reach. Make this your new home today! All applicants must submit a petscreening. com profile with the application: https utopiamanagementtacoma petscreening com Applications are available through our website: https utopiamanagement com properties rental-listings-tacoma-wa WA BRE#20109036 |
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Amenities for TAC T 14424 (Paradise Apartments)
Apartment Amenities
| Spacious | Upper Unit |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Fridge/Freezer |
| Oven | Stove/Oven |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Neighborhood
| Close to Freeway Access |
Other
| No Pets |
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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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 9 |
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About TAC T 14424 (Paradise Apartments)
Welcome to your new home in Lakewood, WA! This upper unit apartment offers two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, perfect for those who value comfort and convenience. The apartment is conveniently located near freeway access, making your daily commute a breeze. For those who serve or work at JBLM, you'll be delighted to know that it's just a short distance away. The apartment complex also features a laundry facility, ensuring that your laundry days are hassle-free. Please note that this is a no-pets property. Experience the ease of living in a well-connected neighborhood with all the essentials within reach. Make this your new home today! All applicants must submit a petscreening. com profile with the application: https utopiamanagementtacoma petscreening com Applications are available through our website: https utopiamanagement com properties rental-listings-tacoma-wa WA BRE#20109036
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, TAC T 14424 (Paradise Apartments) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, TAC T 14424 (Paradise 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.
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.
TAC T 14424 (Paradise 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·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.
TAC T 14424 (Paradise Apartments) goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, TAC T 14424 (Paradise Apartments) 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.
TAC T 14424 (Paradise 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 TAC T 14424 (Paradise 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·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
TAC T 14424 (Paradise Apartments) is great 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 TAC T 14424 (Paradise Apartments) compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in South Lakes
2-bedroom apartments at TAC T 14424 (Paradise Apartments) cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Lakes.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
South Lakes
Lakewood
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,415 |
| July 2024 | $1,426 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,018 |
| July 2024 | $1,164 |
| August 2024 | $1,200 |
| September 2024 | $1,143 |
| October 2024 | $1,137 |
| November 2024 | $1,147 |
| December 2024 | $1,236 |
| January 2025 | $1,200 |
| February 2025 | $1,199 |
| March 2025 | $1,250 |
| April 2025 | $1,250 |
| May 2025 | $1,250 |
| June 2025 | $1,250 |
| July 2025 | $1,208 |
| August 2025 | $1,195 |
| September 2025 | $1,176 |
| October 2025 | $1,095 |
| November 2025 | $1,195 |
| December 2025 | $1,217 |
| January 2026 | $1,263 |
| February 2026 | $1,253 |
| March 2026 | $1,237 |
| April 2026 | $1,162 |
| May 2026 | $1,131 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 14424 Union Ave Sw?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$58,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $58,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,450.
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Schools near TAC T 14424 (Paradise Apartments)
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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Getting around Lakewood near 14424 Union Ave Sw
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
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 14424 Union Ave Sw, Lakewood
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
1/10
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
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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