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8814 Wadsworth St Sw, Tacoma, WA 98498, USA|South Lakes
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Property Overview
R72B is a highly rated community with an overall expert score of 8.5/10, offering exceptional value for money with a perfect 10/10 price rating and strong 9/10 scores for both amenities and location. Residents benefit from an onsite manager, convenient access to a nearby top-rated elementary school just over a quarter mile away, and a detailed, transparent property description reflected in its 7/10 trustworthiness rating.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
- Outdoor space
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,095 /mo | 2 units available | Charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in Tacoma, WA for $1,195/month. The unit includes a fridge and stove, with a shared laundry room on site. A $100 utility surcharge for water, sewer, and garbage. Tenants are responsible for electricity and gas. Lawn care is provided. Move-in costs include a $1,000 security deposit, one cat possible with monthly pet rent $35 monthly, with a $400 pet deposit (if applicable), and a $350 non-refundable administrative fee. *AVAILABLE DATE IS AN APPROXIMATE DATE ONLY & CAN CHANGE *Give our onsite manager a call for any assistance appling, questions, or to schedule a tour. Carol 360-508-0632 She Is happy to assist you! |
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Amenities for R72B
Apartment Amenities
| Upstairs Unit |
Appliances
| Fridge & Stove |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Services
| Lawn Care Included |
Neighborhood
| Laundromat Nearby |
Other
| The Tenant Is Required To Obtain Rental Insurance |
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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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About R72B
Charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in Tacoma, WA for $1,195/month. The unit includes a fridge and stove, with a shared laundry room on site. A $100 utility surcharge for water, sewer, and garbage. Tenants are responsible for electricity and gas. Lawn care is provided. Move-in costs include a $1,000 security deposit, one cat possible with monthly pet rent $35 monthly, with a $400 pet deposit (if applicable), and a $350 non-refundable administrative fee. *AVAILABLE DATE IS AN APPROXIMATE DATE ONLY & CAN CHANGE *Give our onsite manager a call for any assistance appling, questions, or to schedule a tour. Carol 360-508-0632 She Is happy to assist you!
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, R72B is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, R72B 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.
R72B 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.
R72B goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including laundromat nearby. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, R72B 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.
R72B 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 R72B 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.
R72B 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 R72B compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
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
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in South Lakes
1-bedroom apartments at R72B cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in South Lakes.
Median rents as of May 2 2026.
South Lakes
Lakewood
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,341 |
| January 2026 | $1,393 |
| February 2026 | $1,355 |
| March 2026 | $1,373 |
| April 2026 | $1,390 |
| May 2026 | $1,390 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $999 |
| 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 | $1,217 |
| January 2026 | $1,263 |
| February 2026 | $1,253 |
| March 2026 | $1,237 |
| April 2026 | $1,162 |
| May 2026 | $1,117 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 8814 Wadsworth St Sw?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$43,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,095.
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Schools near R72B
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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Neighborhood
South Lakes | Lakewood, WA
Getting around Tacoma near 8814 Wadsworth St 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
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 8814 Wadsworth St Sw, Tacoma
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
2/10
Some 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
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Tillicum Food Center
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Army & Air Force Exchange
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Brunson's Market
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McChord Food Mart
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A & S Surplus Inc
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Foxhole
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Quick Stop GI Surplus
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Jeannie's Sewing Shop
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Lewis North Troop Store
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Starbucks
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Morning Ale, American Lake Espresso
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Lake City Perk Expresso
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Starbucks
5280 Division Drive
Vic's Espresso & Eats
Building 16 Camp Murray
Lake City Pub
9106 Veterans Dr SW
Qdoba Mexican Eats
41st Division Dr
Lounge Beauties
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Barnes BLVD
Applebee's Grill + Bar
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Einstein Bros Bagels
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GNC
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GNC
543 A St
Einstein Bros Bagels
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A A Meats
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Harry Todd Park
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Lakewood Gardens
Washington Park
Caribbean Soul BBQ
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House of Teriyaki
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Kwangs Palace
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McDonald's
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Subway
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