Spanaway, WA Homes for Rent

Spanaway is a small Tacoma-area city situated on the 250-acre Spanaway Lake, approximately 10 miles from Tacoma. With a population of just over 34,000, Spanaway has a small-town feel and a strong military presence due to its proximity to Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM). Many residents also work in healthcare at MultiCare hospitals and clinics between Spanaway and Tacoma. The neighborhood features a variety of home styles, including ranch-style homes, Craftsman-inspired new traditional homes, and split-levels, often set on forested streets and cul-de-sacs. Lakefront homes frequently include private boat docks. Spanaway Park provides public access to the lake, offering paddle boat rentals and a fishing dock, although the dock is under construction until early 2025. Nearby, the Sprinker Recreation Center in Parkland features an NHL regulation skating rink, skate park, and sports fields, while Bresemann Forest offers walking trails through a 70-acre wooded area. Most of Spanaway’s restaurants and retail are located along Route 7 (Pacific Avenue), which includes fast-casual eateries, national retailers, grocery stores, and diverse restaurants, with a notable presence of Asian cuisine. For more extensive shopping options, residents often visit Tacoma Mall, the largest shopping center in Pierce County. Spanaway’s walkability and bikeability are limited, but Pierce Transit buses provide connections to Parkland, Tacoma, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which is about 33 miles away. Law enforcement is managed by the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department, with crime rates lower than the national average. Residents may experience noise from JBLM due to artillery and mortar training, as well as helicopter and military plane flights.