Elk Plain, WA

147 Apartments for Rent with Parking

Elk Plain is a town in Pierce County, Washington, with a population of 14,205. It's about 10 square miles on the map and sits just outside Spanaway, Washington. Many residents of Elk Plain work in Spanaway or Lakewood, which is just about 30 minutes further north. Elk Plain is also just an hour or so away from Tacoma and Seattle, two of the Northeast's most popular destinations! It's located right off Route 7, one of the main country roads in the area and makes for pretty easy access to the larger cities nearby. Most residents consider it a bedroom community and work in one of the neighboring towns. See more

Parking can be at a premium in some cities where spaces are challenging to find. Some Elk Plain apartments offer parking options, either outside in a common area or within a private garage.

Ask about the stipulations around the parking. Those may include how many guests are allowed and where tenants park.

Some apartments may only allow parking in front of your own unit. Guest parking may be in a common area for up to one person.

If parking is scarce, look around the area before you sign a lease. Ample street parking in a neighborhood championed for its safety is probably fine. However, it’s probably not worth signing a lease if it means battling for daily parking for you and your guests.

Research whether you need a city permit to park in the neighborhood. Look into the associated costs and what to do about visitors who need parking.

Some tenants prefer garage parking near their units. However, an open-air lot may prove cheaper.

Keep in mind that the cost of wear and tear from parking outside can add up. It may be less expensive, in the long run, to look for an apartment with garage parking.