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John Dower Estates
8113 John Dower Rd SW,
Lakewood,
WA
98499
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Highlights
- Cabana
- Yard
- Pool
- Deck
- Fireplace
- Hardwood Floors
- Patio
About John Dower Estates
John Dower Estates offers a mixture of comfort and quality. This community is located at 8113 John Dower Rd. SW in the North Lakewood area of Lakewood. The leasing staff is ready for you to come see our property. Enjoy a great selection of amenities. Give us a call now to talk about renting your new apartment.
John Dower Estates is an apartment community located in Pierce County and the 98499 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Clover Park School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Pool
- Cabana
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer Hookup
Hardwood Floors
Yard
Tub/Shower
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Crown Molding
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Patio
- Deck
- Yard
- Garden
8113 John Dower Rd SW,
Lakewood,
WA
98499
Nestled about eight miles south of Tacoma, North Lakewood is a quiet suburban neighborhood engulfed in lush evergreen trees. North Lakewood touts an array of affordable houses, condos, and apartments available for rent near scenic green spaces and convenient shopping centers.
The neighborhood borders the sprawling Chambers Creek, which boasts miles of trails, saltwater shoreline, and stunning views. North Lakewood also hosts the largest joint military base on the West Coast, serving as a hub for the Tacoma, Seattle, and Olympia ports. Convenience to I-5 affords residents simple commutes and travels on a regular basis.
Learn more about living in North Lakewood
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| North Lakewood | Lakewood, WA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,187 | $1,095 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,390 | $1,294 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,783 | $1,617 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,325 | $2,230 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 5.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.8 mi |
John Dower Estates is within 5 minutes or 2.2 miles from Clover Park Technical College. It is also near Pierce College Fort Steilacoom and Tacoma Community College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
289 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
727 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
510 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,315 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
553 Students
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Transportation options available in Lakewood include St Joseph, located 7.1 miles from John Dower Estates. John Dower Estates is near Seattle-Tacoma International, located 28.2 miles or 43 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.1 mi | |
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Drive: | 11 min | 7.2 mi |
| Drive: | 13 min | 7.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.9 mi | |
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Drive: | 13 min | 8.0 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 3.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.3 mi | |
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.5 mi |
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Olympia-Lacey Amtrak Station
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Drive: | 40 min | 23.2 mi |
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Drive: | 51 min | 38.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Seattle-Tacoma International
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Drive: | 43 min | 28.2 mi |
Walkability Near John Dower Estates
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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76
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Traffic
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.1 mi |
John Dower Estates has 3 shopping centers within 1.1 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Seeley Lake Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Chambers Creek Regional Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Chambers Creek Regional Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Fort Steilacoom Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Wards Lake Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.3 mi |
John Dower Estates has 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Seeley Lake Park, Chambers Creek Regional Park, and Chambers Creek Regional Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 16 min | 6.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.4 mi |
John Dower Estates has 3 hospitals within 7.4 miles, the nearest is St. Clare Hospital which is 2.6 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 4.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 29 min | 11.7 mi |
John Dower Estates has 3 military bases within 11.7 miles, the nearest is McChord Air Force Base which is 4.8 miles away and a 12 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
8113 John Dower Rd SW
Lakewood, WA 98499