The Cove

33131 1st Ave SW, Federal Way, WA 98023

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
Monthly Rent
$1,640 - $2,330
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Bedrooms
1 - 2
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
668 - 968 sq ft

Rent Specials

MOVE-IN SPECIALS! One Month Free for immediate applications, and additional two weeks free if you move in within 48 hours of application approval! *Must move in by September 30th, 2026. Restrictions apply. Specials, pricing and availability subject to change daily. Contact the leasing office for details.

Pricing and Floor Plans

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Bainbridge

$1,765 - $1,790
1 Bed, 1 Bath
695 Sq. Ft.
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3 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0903
$1,790
695
Now
2709
$1,765
695
Now
2903
$1,765
695
Oct. 9

Olympic

$2,315 - $2,330
1 Bed, 1 Bath
848 Sq. Ft.
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3 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
2712
$2,315
848
Now
0110
$2,320
848
Oct. 21
1008
$2,330
848
Nov. 20

Nisqually

$1,640 - $1,705
1 Bed, 1 Bath
668 Sq. Ft.
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2 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1102
$1,705
668
Now
3303
$1,640
668
Oct. 2

Rainier

$2,065 - $2,070
2 Beds, 1 Bath
927 Sq. Ft.
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3 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
3109
$2,070
927
Now
1505
$2,065
927
Now
2006
$2,070
927
Oct. 6

Snoqualmie

$2,225 - $2,245
2 Beds, 2 Baths
968 Sq. Ft.
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2 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
2807
$2,225
968
Now
1307
$2,245
968
Nov. 6
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Property Information

  • Built in 1979
  • 312 units2 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Move-In

  • Deposit
    $600

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • Barbecue/Grill Area
  • Baseboard Heat
  • Brown Cabinets
  • Cardio Machines
  • Carport
  • Central Mailbox Location
  • Coffee Station
  • Community Board
  • Digital Fireplace
  • Electric Stove/Range
  • Garbage Disposal
  • GE Appliances
  • Greenbelt Views*
  • Hardwood-Style Flooring
  • Horseshoe Kitchen
  • No AC only Heat (please check type above)
  • Open Loft*
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Pet Play Area/ Dog Park
  • Remodel 1

Apartment Features

  • Balcony
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Fireplace
  • Freezer
  • Granite Countertops
  • Heating

Community Features

  • Cabana
  • Fitness Center
  • Garages
  • Grill
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Lounge
  • Online Services
  • Pet Play Area
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Pond

Map of The Cove

Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable

Transit

Limited public transit

Driveability

Very drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

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Soundscore

Busy

Scores provided by

Transit

Commuter Rail

11 min Drive

Airport

Seattle-Tacoma International

28 min Drive

SEA

Moving to Federal Way, Federal Way, WA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Cove proximity to Quad Shopping Center, Winco Shopping Center, and Parkway Center. Quad Shopping Center is 0.5 miles away, and Winco Shopping Center is within a 22 minute walk.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Cove are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 5 miles, including Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden and Dash Point State Park.

Airports

Living in Federal Way provides easy access to Seattle-Tacoma International, located just 26 minutes from The Cove.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10

Panther Lake Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Illahee Middle School

Grades K-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

Todd Beamer High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Life Academy Of Puget Sound

Grades PK-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Highline Community College Drive: 16 min (7.6 mi)
Green River Community College Drive: 20 min (10.3 mi)
UW Tacoma Drive: 18 min (10.6 mi)
University of Puget Sound Drive: 24 min (14.9 mi)

About The Cove

If you're looking for a newly renovated, pet-friendly apartment in Federal Way, WA, check out The Cove Apartments!Choose from 1 or 2-bedroom apartments to homes with loft options. Enjoy your modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite… countertops, soft-close cabinets, and ample counter space. Designer finishes include upscale light fixtures, a digital fireplace, hardwood-style flooring, and plush carpets. You'll have large closets, full-size in-unit laundry, and a private patio or balcony. We offer amenities such as a fitness center, two swimming pools, soothing hot tubs, a community pond and fountain, and well-landscaped grounds with walking paths.The Cove Apartments is west of I-5, making commuting a breeze. Live less than 30 minutes from JBLM and take advantage of our military discount. Enjoy living near Celebration Park and proximity to Seattle and Tacoma offering large-city amenities.You belong at the Cove Apartments!

The Cove is an apartment community in Federal Way, WA

Contact

Property Address:
33131 1st Ave SW,
Federal Way, WA 98023
Phone Number: (253) 458-2190
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed

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Renter Reviews

For The Cove

4.8

25 Ratings & Reviews

  • 2/11/23

    Great Apartments!

    Loved living here, just about halfway through my lease term now. Great neighbors, kind community, very welcoming. Someone even gifted me a brand new door mat.

    Review from Apartments.com

    1 Person Found This Helpful

    Property Manager at The Cove responded to this review

    Hello!

    5-star reviews are always such an honor, thank you so much! We want to do anything we can to uphold the standard of care that you’ve come to expect, so please let us know if there’s ever anything we can help you with, we care very deeply
    … that your needs are met!

    Hope to see you around!
    The team at The Cove