Bedroom count
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Last updated on November 15, 2026
Average rent in
Lakewood, WA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Lakewood rent stands today
Lakewood, WA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,600/month. Month over month, rents cooled 2.0%, showing a recent easing in the market.
Compared to national trends
Lakewood sits 15.8% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a moderately priced metro with 133 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios rent for $1,150/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,350/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,750/month. Larger units reach $3,270/month for 4+ bedrooms, with 1-bedroom units making up 37.5% of total rentals. The 2-bedroom median of $1,750/month represents the mid-tier pricing most renters encounter.
Median rent
Median rent in Lakewood
$1,600/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Lakewood is $1,600 per month as of November 2026. This is 16% below the national average rent, or $299 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Lakewood
133
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Lakewood rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Lakewood, WA
Average rent prices in Lakewood have decreased by 2% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Lakewood, WA
Rent prices in Lakewood vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Lakewood is $1,525, whereas a house costs $2,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Lakewood run $1,350 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,750.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,150 |  4% | 3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,350 |  4% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,750 | No Change | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $2,495 | No Change | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $3,270 | 3% | 10% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Central Lakes | $1,900 | |
Lakeview | $1,545 | |
North Lakewood | $1,845 | |
Northeast Lakewood | $1,650 | |
Pacific | $1,420 | |
South Lakes | $1,410 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,525 | 3% | 1% | |
Condos | $1,312 | 10% | - | |
Houses | $2,500 | 12% | 10% | |
Rooms | $775 | - | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,150
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,750
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,495
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,270
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
10%
Lakeview
Average rent
$1,545
North Lakewood
Average rent
$1,845
Pacific
Average rent
$1,420
Central Lakes
Average rent
$1,900
South Lakes
Average rent
$1,410
Northeast Lakewood
Average rent
$1,650
Apartments
Average rent
$1,525
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,312
Last 30 days
10%
Houses
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
10%
Rooms
Average rent
$775
The table above reflects average rent prices in Lakewood, WA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Lakewood, WA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Lakewood and Auburn by all bedroom counts and property types.
Lakewood
16%lower than the national median
5%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Lakewood, WA is 20% lower than the median rent in Auburn, WA.
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Discover rentals in Lakewood, WA
5d+ ago
8814 Lochburn Ln Sw, Lakewood, WA 98499
2 beds
1 bath
$1,197
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
12502 Addison St Sw, Lakewood, WA 98499
2 beds
1 bath
$1,227
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
25 Thunderbird Pkwy Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
9120 Lawndale Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,350–$1,695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Central Lakes house for rent in Lakewood
4 beds
3.5 baths
$5,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
4828 123rd St Sw, Lakewood, WA 98499
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,695–$2,125
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
12535 Bridgeport Way Sw, Lakewood, WA 98499
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,588–$2,792
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
8022 83rd Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,601–$1,669
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
8200 Bridgeport Way Sw, Lakewood, WA 98499
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,713–$2,647
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
11432 105th Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,431–$2,276
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
8022 83rd Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,601–$1,669
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
14405 Union Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498
1 bed
1 bath
$1,410
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
8200 Bridgeport Way Sw, Lakewood, WA 98499
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,713–$2,647
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
11432 105th Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,431–$2,276
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
8022 83rd Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,601–$1,669
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
9320 112th Street Ct Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,360
Price dropped $185Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 30
1d ago
Verified
8200 Bridgeport Way Sw, Lakewood, WA 98499
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,713–$2,647
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
11432 105th Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,431–$2,276
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
8022 83rd Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA 98498
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,601–$1,669
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
14607-14619 14607-14619 and 14623-14627 Murray Road SW, Lakewood, WA 98439
2 beds
1 bath
$1,575
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Lakewood, WA
Quick answers to common questions about the Lakewood rental market.
How much is rent in Lakewood?
The average rent in Lakewood is $1,600 per month as of November 14, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Lakewood?
Average rent prices in Lakewood have decreased by 2% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Lakewood rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Lakewood is 16% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $299 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Lakewood?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Lakewood are South Lakes ($1,410/mo), Pacific ($1,420/mo), and Lakeview ($1,545/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Lakewood?
To comfortably afford rent in Lakewood, you'd need to earn approximately $64,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Lakewood?
Fall and winter months offer the best rental deals in Lakewood, with October seeing the lowest rents and November and December being the least competitive months for apartment hunting.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).