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Highlights

  • Laundry facilities on site
  • Newly remodeled unit
  • Newer appliances

Location

8913 Forest Road Southwest, Lakewood, Washington 98498, United States|South Lakes
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Management

Aspen NW Real Estate LLC.

Leasing office

(253) 584-8200

Property Overview

Forest Hill Apartments is rated 8.3 out of 10 overall, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. It features a competitive price rating of 10 out of 10, showcasing an excellent balance of price and value. With impressive amenities rated at 8 out of 10 and a prime location rated 9 out of 10, it ensures residents enjoy significant convenience and quality living, while its trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10 signifies a commitment to transparency in property management.

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, Forest Hill Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Forest Hill 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

  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath450 sqft$1,250 /mo1 unit availableThis quaint 1 bed 1 bath, newly remodeled unit is close to JBLM, the Freeway and a stones throw from American Lake. Laundry facilities on site. Newer appliances. Small pet negotiable. Rent $1,250. Admin Fee $250.00

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About Forest Hill Apartments

HomeApartments in LakewoodSouth Lakes Forest Hill Apartments

This quaint 1 bed 1 bath, newly remodeled unit is close to JBLM, the Freeway and a stones throw from American Lake. Laundry facilities on site. Newer appliances. Small pet negotiable. Rent $1,250. Admin Fee $250.00


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, Forest Hill Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill 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.
Forest Hill 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, Forest Hill 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.
Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill 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.
Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in South Lakes

1-bedroom apartments at Forest Hill Apartments cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in South Lakes.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
South Lakes
Lakewood
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lakewood
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,485
January 2024$1,477
February 2024$1,425
March 2024$1,419
April 2024$1,396
May 2024$1,395
June 2024$1,411
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$1,357
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Lakes
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,095
January 2024$1,095
February 2024$1,200
March 2024$1,140
April 2024$1,113
May 2024$1,003
June 2024$1,009
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$1,185

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$50,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,250.
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Schools near Forest Hill Apartments

Tillicum Elementary School

8514 maple st sw

lakewood, WA, 98498

PK, K-5Public
C

Oak Grove Elementary School

8805 steilacoom blvd sw

lakewood, WA, 98498

K-6Public
B+
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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 Lakewood near 8913 Forest Road Southwest

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 8913 Forest Road Southwest, Lakewood

Groceries

7/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk.

Shopping

1/10
No fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

4/10
The closest café is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-to-10-minute walk.

High schools

2/10
The closest high school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.

Parks

5/10
Very few or no parks in the area.

Nightlife

3/10
The closest bar is within a 15-minute walk. There are few or no other bars within walking distance.

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