With an economy highly dependent upon the neighboring military bases of Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base, the city of Lakewood became officially incorporated on February 28, 1996. As a major suburb of Tacoma and home to Western State Hospital, the city has a population just shy of 58,900. The 18.95 square miles that make up this city within Pierce County consists of several lakes and creeks that flow throughout it and drain into the Puget Sound.
Within Lakewood, the Clover Park School District operates all public schools; there are two colleges, Pierce College Fort Steilacoom and Clover Park Technical College, and two private schools in the city as well. The City of Lakewood used to be contracted with the Pierce County Sheriff’s office up until 2004, in which during that time they appeared in many episodes of the TV program COPS.
Lakewood is home to Fort Steilacoom, which was one of the first military forts built by the United States north of the Columbia River back in 1849. It was established because of the uproar among civilians about the massacre at the Whitman mission. Dr. Marcus Whitman and his wife Narcissa played an impactful role in establishing the Oregon Trail, but the Cayuse Native American tribe did not enjoy their company.
When it comes to the real estate for sale in Lakewood, the majority of the homes tend to be cozier in size, which also means extremely reasonable in price. Generally consisting of two to four bedrooms, the homes for sale in Lakewood are beautifully maintained and range from double-wides, condos and actual houses. There is something suitable to meet the desires and interests of anyone interested in living in this fairly quiet and friendly community.
Fancy New remodel. Tiled kitchen and bath floors walls and the fireplace! Beautiful New Stainless Appliances. Spacious floor plan with plenty of options. Large Living roo...
Listing courtesy of Real Estate Investment Svcs.
Welcome home to this classic mid-century 3 bedroom 1.5 bathroom rambler just blocks from Lakewood Town Center. This home has been extremely well cared for. Move right in ...
Listing courtesy of Redfin.
Welcome home to Village Green in Lakewood! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is move-in ready with newer roof, flooring and carpets, fresh paint and updated fixtures. ...
Listing courtesy of COMPASS.
FANTASTIC, DESIRABLE Lakewood property nestled on .60 of an acre on a lovely corner lot! This 3100+ sf home boasts 5 spacious bedrooms and 3 baths. Beautiful kitchen with...
Listing courtesy of Gateway Real Estate.
Welcome home to this charming rambler boasting endless potential! With 3 beds, 1.75 baths, and an additional 1 bed ADU complete with its own kitchen and bathroom, this pr...
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.