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Highlights
- Laundry facility
- Gated community
- Fireplace
- Private patio
- Bbq area
- Private patios
Location
8605 Hipkins Rd Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498, USA|Central Lakes
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Property Overview
Hipkins Court Apartments offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.6/10, highlighted by an exceptional 10/10 price rating and premier 9/10 scores for both amenities and location. Residents can enjoy features such as a gated community, laundry facility, fireplaces, private patios, and a BBQ area, along with convenient access to a highly rated middle school nearby. A solid 8/10 trustworthiness rating indicates transparent, detailed property information from 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.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Dishwasher
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $1,545 /mo | 1 unit available | Larger freshly remodeled two bedroom apartment in quiet and safe neighborhood. This apartment is on the ground floor with a private patio and fireplace. Our community is gated and is conveniently situated on the bus line. We are also a short walk to shopping, restaurants and the park. Our community provides private patios, a BBQ area and laundry facility. Please contact us to set up a tour. |
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Amenities for Hipkins Court Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Patio | Private Patio |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Fridge and dishwasher |
| Oven | Range |
| Stove/Oven |
Building
| Controlled Access |
Grounds
| Gated Community |
Neighborhood
| Bus Line |
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 | 35 |
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About Hipkins Court Apartments
Larger freshly remodeled two bedroom apartment in quiet and safe neighborhood. This apartment is on the ground floor with a private patio and fireplace. Our community is gated and is conveniently situated on the bus line. We are also a short walk to shopping, restaurants and the park. Our community provides private patios, a BBQ area and laundry facility. Please contact us to set up a tour.
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, Hipkins Court Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hipkins Court 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.
Hipkins Court 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.
Hipkins Court Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including bus line. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Hipkins Court 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.
Hipkins Court 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 Hipkins Court 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.
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 Hipkins Court Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Central Lakes
2-bedroom apartments at Hipkins Court Apartments cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Central Lakes.
Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Central 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 | $1,387 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,153 |
| September 2024 | $1,379 |
| October 2024 | $1,363 |
| November 2024 | $1,356 |
| December 2024 | $1,368 |
| January 2025 | $1,346 |
| February 2025 | $1,304 |
| March 2025 | $1,340 |
| April 2025 | $1,382 |
| May 2025 | $1,406 |
| June 2025 | $1,240 |
| July 2025 | $1,215 |
| August 2025 | $1,225 |
| September 2025 | $1,192 |
| October 2025 | $1,197 |
| November 2025 | $1,423 |
| December 2025 | $1,411 |
| January 2026 | $1,381 |
| February 2026 | $1,379 |
| March 2026 | $1,428 |
| April 2026 | $1,349 |
| May 2026 | $1,300 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 8605 Hipkins Rd Sw?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$61,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $61,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,545.
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Schools near Hipkins Court Apartments
Custer Elementary School
7801 steilacoom blvd sw
lakewood, WA, 98498
PK, K-5Public
C+
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
Early Learning Center
12223 s a st
tacoma, WA, 98444
PKPublic
Willard Early Learning Center
3201 s d st
tacoma, WA, 98418
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Central Lakes | Lakewood, WA
Getting around Lakewood near 8605 Hipkins Rd Sw
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
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 8605 Hipkins Rd Sw, Lakewood
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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