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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Central location
  • Modern interiors
  • Thoughtfully designed apartment homes
  • Everyday conveniences

Location

2136 S 272nd St, Kent, WA 98032, USA
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Management

Bellwether Housing

Leasing office

(253) 893-6762

Open 

Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

The BLVD earns a strong overall rating, reflecting competitive value, standout amenities, and a highly convenient location. It features modern interiors, thoughtfully designed apartment homes, and everyday conveniences, with outdoor spaces and nearby pet care adding to its appeal.

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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Studio 60 Percent AMIStudio1 bath450 sqft$1,395 /mo1 unit availableThis apartment is part of an affordable housing program for qualified households. Income and student restrictions apply. Please contact the leasing office for pricing, eligibility, and more information.
1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI1 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,325–$1,600 /mo7 units availableThis apartment participates in an affordable program. Income & student restrictions apply, please contact the leasing office for pricing, information and guidelines.
1 Bedroom 80 Percent AMI1 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,349–$1,695 /mo3 units availableThis apartment participates in an affordable program. Income & student restrictions apply, please contact the leasing office for pricing, information and guidelines.
2 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI2 bed1 bath950 sqft$1,645–$1,800 /mo6 units availableThis apartment participates in an affordable program. Income & student restrictions apply, please contact the leasing office for pricing, information and guidelines.
2 Bedroom 80 Percent AMI2 bed1 bath950 sqft$1,665 /mo2 units availableThis apartment participates in an affordable program. Income & student restrictions apply, please contact the leasing office for pricing, information and guidelines.

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Amenities for The BLVD

Apartment Amenities

BalconyCarpet
Ceiling FanExpansive Windows
FireplaceLarge Closets
Open Floor PlansPrivate Patio/Balcony
Walk-in ClosetWindow Coverings
Wood Inspired Flooring

Appliances

DishwasherEfficient Appliances
Electric Stove and RangeIn-Unit Laundry
Refrigerator

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness CenterOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Onsite Parking AvailableOutdoor Space
PlaygroundSmoke Free Community
Swimming Pool

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceOn-Site Management
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

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About The BLVD

HomeApartments in Kent The BLVD

Discover affordable living designed for the way you live at The BLVD. Offering thoughtfully designed studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartment homes for households earning 60% and 80% of Area Median Income (AMI), our welcoming community combines comfort, convenience, and value in the heart of Kent. Residents enjoy modern interiors, everyday conveniences, and easy access to major employers, shopping, dining, parks, and public transportation. Professionally managed by Bellwether Housing, The BLVD is more than a place to live—it's a place to build connections, access resources, and thrive. With resident-focused services, community events, and a central location near Kent Station, Lake Fenwick Park, and major commuter routes, The BLVD offers an affordable opportunity to live connected to everything South King County has to offer.


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

The BLVD is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet hospital 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 The BLVD compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
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
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Kent

Studio apartments at The BLVD cost about the same as the average rent price for studios in Kent.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 10% lower than 1-bedrooms in Kent.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The BLVD to be 13% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Kent.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Kent
A table of studio rental data trends in Kent
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,637
October 2024$1,587
November 2024$1,551
December 2024$1,534
January 2025$1,543
February 2025$1,580
March 2025$1,560
April 2025$1,546
May 2025$1,549
June 2025$1,698
July 2025$1,636
August 2025$1,595
September 2025$1,630
October 2025$1,636
November 2025$1,568
December 2025$1,534
January 2026$1,598
February 2026$1,570
March 2026$1,618
April 2026$1,648
May 2026$1,560
June 2026$1,408
July 2026$1,378
August 2026$1,379

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 2136 S 272nd St?

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

$55,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,395.
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Schools near The BLVD

Mark Twain Elementary School

2450 s star lake rd

federal way, WA, 98003

PK, K-5Public
C

Internet Academy

31455 28th ave s

federal way, WA, 98003

PK, K-12Public
B

River Ridge Elementary

22420 military rd s

seatac, WA, 98198

PK, K-6Public
C

Support School

33330 8th ave s

federal way, WA, 98003

PK, K-12Public

Federal Way Public School ECEAP

33330 8th ave s

federal way, WA, 98003

PKPublic
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Getting around Kent near 2136 S 272nd St

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

4/10
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 2136 S 272nd St, Kent

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
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

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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