Ellyson Apartment Homes
2201 104th St S,
Tacoma, WA 98444
$1,495 - $2,500
1-3 Beds
Whispering Firs
5501 Chicago Ave SW,
Lakewood,
WA
98499
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Bedrooms
1 - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
562 - 768 sq ft
Whispering Firs
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Welcome to Norpoint Landing. With nearby schools, parks, shops and services, these homes are ideally located, and have quick and easy access to downtown Tacoma and beyond. Wild Waves water park and beautiful Dash Point State park are just ten minutes away. We also have charging stations for Electric Vehicles on site and Eco-friendly LED recessed zonal lighting in all units. Norpoint Landing has something for everyone, from studios to larger 1, 2, & 3 bedroom homes, you'll find your place. Each home features a patio or balcony, hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances as well as washer/dryer in each unit. Additionally, this community boasts a fitness center and lounge. Residents can utilize our online portals for ease in maintenance requests and rent payments. Even your pets are welcome at Norpoint Landing, so apply and find your new home!
About Whispering Firs
Welcome to Norpoint Landing. With nearby schools, parks, shops and services, these homes are ideally located, and have quick and easy access to downtown Tacoma and beyond. Wild Waves water park and beautiful Dash Point State park are just ten minutes away. We also have charging stations for Electric Vehicles on site and Eco-friendly LED recessed zonal lighting in all units. Norpoint Landing has something for everyone, from studios to larger 1, 2, & 3 bedroom homes, you'll find your place. Each home features a patio or balcony, hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances as well as washer/dryer in each unit. Additionally, this community boasts a fitness center and lounge. Residents can utilize our online portals for ease in maintenance requests and rent payments. Even your pets are welcome at Norpoint Landing, so apply and find your new home!
Whispering Firs 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.
5501 Chicago Ave SW,
Lakewood,
WA
98499
Pacific, a small vibrant neighborhood, beholds majestic views of Mount Rainier and houses a diverse population. Friendliness and hospitality exude from the community, attracting both visitors and new residents to this welcoming town in the Pacific Northwest. Its location on the King/Pierce county line and central location between Tacoma and Seattle makes life in the thriving community a mixture between small-town charm and dynamic city life. The neighborhood provides its residents with good schools and a close-knit community vibe. Its location along Interstate 5 make it easy to commute around the Lakewood area.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Pacific | Lakewood, WA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $994 | $1,093 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,130 | $1,280 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,436 | $1,607 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,377 | $2,249 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 5.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 20 min | 8.5 mi |
Whispering Firs is within 9 minutes or 4.0 miles from Clover Park Technical College. It is also near Pacific Lutheran University and Pierce College Fort Steilacoom.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
371 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
491 Students
Nearby
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 School
Grades PK-8
177 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Lakewood include South 25Th, located 8.7 miles from Whispering Firs. Whispering Firs is near Seattle-Tacoma International, located 29.4 miles or 45 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 14 min | 8.7 mi |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 16 min | 9.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 16 min | 9.6 mi | |
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Drive: | 15 min | 9.7 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.2 mi | |
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Drive: | 15 min | 9.1 mi |
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Olympia-Lacey Amtrak Station
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Drive: | 35 min | 20.8 mi |
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Drive: | 53 min | 39.9 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Seattle-Tacoma International
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Drive: | 45 min | 29.4 mi |
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
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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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
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Soundscore™
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Traffic
-Airport
-Businesses
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Whispering Firs.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
Whispering Firs has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 16-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Lakewold Gardens
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Seeley Lake Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
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Wards Lake Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi |
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Fort Steilacoom Park
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Drive: | 12 min | 4.9 mi |
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Bresemann Forest
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Drive: | 14 min | 6.7 mi |
Whispering Firs has 5 parks within 6.7 miles, including Lakewold Gardens, Seeley Lake Park, and Wards Lake Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.9 mi |
Whispering Firs has 3 hospitals within 8.9 miles, the nearest is St. Clare Hospital which is 1.1 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 9.3 mi |
Whispering Firs has 3 military bases within 9.3 miles, the nearest is McChord Air Force Base which is 1.7 miles away and a 5 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.
5501 Chicago Ave SW
Lakewood, WA 98499