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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Open green spaces
  • Meticulously landscaped grounds
  • Picturesque environment

Location

5910 78th St W, Lakewood, WA 98499, USA|North Lakewood
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Management

Elev8 Residential LLC

Leasing office

(253) 777-3867

Property Overview

Meadow Creek Apartments ranks highly with a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8 and excels in both price and amenities, achieving top scores of 10 out of 10. Residents enjoy a picturesque environment with meticulously landscaped grounds and open green spaces, complemented by a prime location rated 9 out of 10 for convenience to local attractions and services. Additionally, the property demonstrates transparency and trustworthiness, making it a desirable option for renters, particularly those valuing pet-friendliness in their neighborhood.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Meadow Creek Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Meadow Creek 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
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Discover Tranquil Living at Meadow Creek Apartments – 1BR in Lakewood, WA1 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,299 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Meadow Creek Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Energy EfficientPatio

Appliances

FridgeIn-Unit Laundry
RangeRefrigerator
StoveWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Non-Smoking
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

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units26
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About Meadow Creek Apartments

HomeApartments in LakewoodNorth Lakewood Meadow Creek Apartments

Welcome Home to Meadow Creek Apartments – Lakewood’s Hidden Gem Welcome to Meadow Creek Apartments, where modern convenience meets peaceful, park-like living. Nestled in the heart of Lakewood, Washington, our thoughtfully designed 1- and 2-bedroom apartment homes offer residents the comfort of spacious interiors, attractive features, and a true sense of community. Whether you're downsizing, relocating, or simply looking for a fresh start, Meadow Creek offers a lifestyle that balances tranquility and accessibility. As soon as you arrive, you'll notice the calming ambiance of our meticulously landscaped grounds. Towering evergreens, open green spaces, and quiet walking paths create a picturesque environment that feels worlds away from the hustle of city life—but with everything you need just minutes from your door. Meadow Creek Apartments isn’t just where you live—it’s where life happens.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Meadow Creek Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Meadow Creek 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 Meadow Creek 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.
Meadow Creek 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·10A 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.
Meadow Creek Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Meadow Creek 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 Meadow Creek 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.

Meadow Creek Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

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 Meadow Creek Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 140 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in North Lakewood

1-bedroom apartments at Meadow Creek Apartments cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in North Lakewood.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
North Lakewood
Lakewood
A table of studio rental data trends in Lakewood
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,471
December 2023$1,503
January 2024$1,510
February 2024$1,485
March 2024$1,485
April 2024$1,485
May 2024$1,455
June 2024$1,433
July 2024$1,455
August 2024$1,447
September 2024$1,319
October 2024$1,357
November 2024$1,342
December 2024$1,272
January 2025$1,272
February 2025$1,282
March 2025$1,278
April 2025$1,350
May 2025$1,282
June 2025$1,251
July 2025$1,251
August 2025$1,261
September 2025$1,287
October 2025$1,265
A table of studio rental data trends in North Lakewood
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,471
December 2023$1,501
January 2024$1,515

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 5910 78th St W?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,299.
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Schools near Meadow Creek Apartments

Dower Elementary School

7817 dower rd west

lakewood, WA, 98499

PK, K-5Public
C+

Oak Grove Elementary School

8805 steilacoom blvd sw

lakewood, WA, 98498

K-6Public
B+
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Neighborhood

North Lakewood | Lakewood, WA

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

Getting around Lakewood near 5910 78th St W

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
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 5910 78th St W, Lakewood

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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