Housing

Temporary Lodging
Families may stay in temporary lodging such as the JBLM Rainier Inn while waiting for on-base housing or locating housing off base. If lodging facilities are full, arrangements can be made by the desk clerk for local hotels at a reduced rate.

The 459-room inn is located near the Base Exchange, Commissary, library, bank, credit union and many other facilities. It has a large playground and plenty of parking. No pets are permitted. Additional lodging facilities, six cabins with pets permitted, are located on JBLM Lewis North and controlled by the inn. Reservations for PCS and TDY personnel can be made by calling commercial 964-0211, 967-2815 or McChord Field 584-1471; or e-mailing lodging@lewis.army.mil.

For information on rates, contact the Joint Base Lewis-McChord Inn; reservations desk is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week for customer convenience.

Off-Base Housing
The Housing Services Office, located in Town Center Bldg. 24, keeps a list of available apartments and houses for sale or rent, plus maps and booklets about the local area. Homebuying and selling workshops are provided six times a year. The center is available to all service members and Department of Defense civilians. You can locate rentals at the DOD Web site, www.AHRN.com.

Generally, the monthly price range for rental housing, not including utilities, is from $725 to $1,000 for two-bedroom units and $975 to $1,600 for three-bedroom units. Hard- to-find four-bedroom units start at $1,350.

Landlords usually run credit checks on both service members and spouses. It is advisable to fix your credit issues before applying for rentals. For more information, go to https://www.housing.army.mil/ah/ or call 967-5334.

Utility Deposits
Service members might find it a good idea to check into the "Save Money and Renew Trust" (SMART) Deposit Club. The SMART Club was started to help service members offset the cost of setting up housing in the area by waiving utility deposits. Here's how it works:

After you find a place to live and get the utilities deposit requirement, join the America's Credit Union. Then join the SMART Club by paying a commitment fee of 5 percent of the amount to be waived. The Army or Air Force Emergency Relief Fund can help with set-up fees. This money will be used to create a pool of funds covering contingencies, such as members separating or transferring early.

The next step is to set up an allotment for 10 percent of the waived amount to a personal savings account, in which you pledge to guarantee the deposits. The allotment starts one to three months after a service member's arrival. Service members who cannot start an allotment may make other arrangements for making deposits into the account.

The credit union gives you a certificate for each deposit waived, which you either take to the respective utility company or mail with the first payment. The utility waives the deposit, starts service, and you're "good to go." Once you have a one-year good payment record with the utilities, they will return your certificates. You can present the certificate to the credit union to free your account to withdraw or continue, as you choose. You may also obtain a good credit letter from the utility companies which you can use to secure deposit waivers when you're assigned to another installation. For more information on the SMART Club, contact the America's Credit Union, Bldg. 2201 at 12th and Pendleton, or call 964-3113.

On-Base Housing
Joint Base Lewis-McChord Communities has taken great steps toward providing service members and their Families with quality housing.

JBLM family housing is participating in the Residential Communities Initiative program being conducted by the Department of the Army. April 2011 markes the ninth anniversary of the Lewis-Mcchord Communities LLC, which is a partnership between the Army and Equity Residential Properties. Equity Residential Properties has teamed up with Lincoln Property Company from the private sector to manage the family housing communities, build new housing, renovate existing housing, demolish and rebuild existing housing in other areas. There are over 4,600 family quarters at JBLM. The houses come equipped with stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, washer/ dryer hook-ups and garbage disposals. Many of the homes have either a carport or garage.

The JBLM quarters are all located within 14 housing neighborhoods.

Residing in on-base housing is not mandatory, except for personnel assigned to key and essential positions. All service members with a family housing requirement are eligible to apply for on-base housing at the daily housing brief.

The JBLM Lewis Main Housing Office is located Bldg. 5128, Town Center, Pendleton Avenue, 912-2150.

The McChord Field Housing Office is at 552 Barnes Blvd., 589-0523. Eligible service members may complete an on-base application at the briefing held daily at 9 a.m. A copy of your orders to JBLM and any applicable paperwork is required at the time the application is completed. Service members are placed on the waiting list based on their rank and bedroom requirements. Service members are responsible for keeping the housing office informed of changes in eligibility status, unit, duty and home phone numbers. Waiting lists are updated weekly with the most current wait-time estimates available and can be checked on line at www.JBLMC.com.

Pets
If you move into on-base housing, pets must be registered within five working days. Pets allowed include dogs (except those determined, in the agent's sole discretion, to be dangerous or potentially dangerous).

Residents may not board in privatized housing any dog of a breed (including a mixed breed that is deemed "aggressive or potentially aggressive" unless the dog is certified military working dog that is being boarded by its handler/trainer. For purposes of this policy, aggressive or potentially aggressive breeds of dogs are defined as Pit Bulls (American or English Staffordshire Bull Terriers), Rottweilers, Doberman Pinchers, Chows and wolf hybrids. Exotic animals such as reptiles, rodents (other than hamsters and guinea pigs), hedgehogs, skunks, rats, raccoons, squirrels, potbellied pigs, ocelots, coatimundis, ferrets, monkeys, snakes, prairie dogs, minks and farm animals are not allowed.

Pets must be registered with the McChord Field Veterinary Facility. Tag numbers will be issued with proof of current vaccinations. Tag numbers must be supplied to the housing office. Pet immunizations are available at the McChord Field Veterinary Treatment Facility by appointment only. For more information, call 982-3951.

Basic Allowance for Housing
If you receive BAH, service members should report to the Housing Office in Bldg. 5128, Town Center,Pendleton Avenue and Airmen to McChord Field, Bldg. 552, as soon as they sign in for duty. If eligible, you can be placed on the waiting list for on-base housing at the housing brief, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at JBLM Lewis. The date you left your last duty station normally determines your place on the list.

Eagle View is located on Lewis North. This community offers 132 single-family and duplex style homes for enlisted service members. All feature three bedrooms, two baths, a family room, fully fenced backyards and attached single-car garages. There are seven different floor plans that offer 1,236 to 1,700 square feet of living space

Broadmoor is located on Lewis Main in the historic district. This beautiful historical community is designated for general, senior and field grade officers. Broadmoor is comprised of 169 singlefamily, duplex and multiplex style homes. They feature three to five bedrooms, two to three baths and have 1,471 to 3,600 square feet of living space. There are 10 unique floor plans and most homes come with garage or carport, fireplace and hardwood floors. The homes are on the Washington State Historic Register and are currently under renovation.

Broadmoor Duplex is located on Lewis Main in the historic district and are designated for field grade officers. There are 14 two-story duplex style homes; each has four bedrooms and 1,471 square feet of living space. They have attached carports and storage sheds. The homes are on the Washington State Historic Register and are currently under renovation.

Greenwood is located on Lewis Main in the historic district. This community offers 151 single-family, duplex and multiplex homes for enlisted service members. There are 11 floor plans that feature two, three and four bedrooms, one to two baths and have 874 to 1,600 square feet of living space. Select floor plans have fireplaces, detached single car garage and carports. Greenwood is within walking distance to Greenwood Elementary, commissary and EXCHANGE.

Parkway is located on Lewis Main. This community offers 206 newly renovated homes for enlisted service members. There are two different floor plans that feature three bedrooms and 1.5 baths with 1,118 to 1,575 square feet of living space. Select floor plans have basements, all have new kitchens, open floor plans and large yards. Parkway is conveniently located by Liberty (main) Gate, commissary and EXCHANGE.

Davis Hill is located on Lewis Main. This community offers 433 newly renovated ranch style homes for enlisted service members. Davis Hill homes features three and four bedrooms, 1.5 baths. There are six floor plans and have 1,154 to 1,262 square feet of living space. Each home has a large yard, attached carport and is close to Liberty (main) Gate.

New Hillside is located on Lewis Main. This community offers 523 renovated ranch style homes for enlisted service members. There are five floor plans that feature three and four bedrooms, two baths and have 1,156 to 1,262 square feet of living space. Each home has a large yard, attached single garage, and is close to Hillside and Evergreen Elementary. New Hillside is conveniently located close to the Madigan and Liberty (main) Gates.

Clarkdale is located on Lewis Main. This community has 518 renovated duplex and multiplex homes for enlisted service members. There are six floor plans that feature two and three bedrooms, two baths and have 1,100 to 1,276 square feet of living space. Select floor plans have fireplaces, six-foot privacy fenced-in back yards, and all kitchens come equipped with range, dishwasher and full size refrigerator.

Evergreen is located on Lewis Main. This quiet community is made up of 147 singlefamily homes for enlisted service members. Evergreen has two, four and five bedroom homes that offer fully fenced in back yards, attached single garages and are close to Madigan Army Medical Center and Evergreen Elementary. There are nine floor plans with an average of 1,400 square feet of living space.

Madigan is located on Lewis Main close to Madigan Army Medical Center. This quiet secluded community is made up of 99 renovated single-family and duplex ranch style homes for officers and enlisted service members. These homes feature three bedrooms, 1.75 baths and a carport. There are seven floor plans ranging from 1,100 to 1,500 square feet of living space.

Beachwood is located on Lewis North. This community is made up of 512 both renovated and newly constructed homes for our officers and enlisted service members. The single story duplex and two story duplex style homes feature three and four bedrooms and two baths. Beachwood has 11 floor plans and average from 1,160 to 1,700 square feet of living space.

Beachwood II is located on Lewis North. This community was constructed in 2003. There are 108 two-story, three-bedroom, 2.5 baths, duplex and triplex style homes. All homes have covered patios, one-car detached garages and is located within walking distance to Beachwood Elementary. There are three different floor plans ranging from 1,400 to 1,600 square feet of living space.

Command Sergeant Major Row is located on Lewis North, Command Sergeant Major Row was constructed in 2004 and consists of 87 homes, all in duplex and triplex styles. These homes feature three or four bedrooms, two full baths, one powder room and select floor plans have a family room. All have one-car detached garages. The kitchens have dishwashers, garbage disposals, cooking ranges and refrigerators. There are six floor plans ranging from 1,400 to 2,291 square feet of living space.

McChord Field Housing
is located on McChord Field and consists of 828 single and duplex style homes. McChord Field Housing is designated for all Air Force ranks. The McChord Field communities offer a wide variety of homes from single- and double-story with two-three- and four-bedroom homes with one to 2.5 baths. These communities boast more than 30 different floor plans ranging in size from 1,000 to 1,900 square feet of living space. Most have private yards and air conditioning. For more information please call (253) 589-0523.

Westcott Hills is located on McChord Field. There are 32 single family homes for senior and field grade officers. They feature three and four bedrooms, 2.5 to 3 baths and range between 2,189 to 3,503 square feet.These new homes offer open floor plans, two car garages, master suites and architectural details found in the Pacific Northwest.

Cascade Village is located on McChord Field. These homes consist of 62 single and duplex units in this brand new housing development for our senior enlisted, company grade and field grade. They feature three and four bedrooms, 2.5 to 3 baths and have between 1,884 to 2,310 square feet.

Carter Lake is located on McChord Field. This neighborhood consist of 268 units that are undergoing renovations. Some of the newer futures will included new flooring, air conditioners, energy efficient windows and doors, new paint, fixtures and appliances will be done throughout the home.

Community Centers
Lewis-McChord Communities offer four community centers on Joint Base Lewis-McChord Main and North (McChord Field Community Centers coming soon) for the families who live in on-base housing. These centers are tastefully decorated and feature: • Spacious covered patios • Tables and chairs seat up to 72 people:
• Functional kitchens complete with ranges, refrigerators, dishwashers, microwaves and large serving counters
• Comfortable couches, coffee and end tables • Large multi-age playgrounds • Basketball courts • Plenty of parking The centers are available to reserve by any resident of JBLM family housing for any personal event. Most common uses include birthday parties, organized parties (such as Pampered Chef and Tupperware parties) and baby showers.
To reserve a community center call the housing office at 912-2150.

"Unaccompanied Personnel Housing (UPH)
At JBLM we strive to create an inclusive environment that cultivates the development and training of Soldiers and Airmen. The Army and the Air Force recognize that the management of Unaccompanied Personnel Housing (UPH) facilities is critical to a service member's development process. UPH is a personal residence and we strive to provide a modern, functional, well maintained and comfortable home, as well as promote pride, professionalism and personal dignity.

UPH is provided for unaccompanied Soldiers E-5 and below and for unaccompanied Airmen E4 and below with less than 3 years of service. For JBLM Barracks info call (253) 966-0505 and for McChord Field dorm info call (253) 982-7474. There are over 10,000 Soldier barracks spaces and over 600 Airmen dormitory spaces on JBLM for unaccompanied Soldiers and Airmen. Managed by the First Sergeants Barracks Program (FSBP), a contract operation with government oversight, barracks and dormitory buildings are grouped into six Area management zones.

Area 1 on Lewis Main includes barracks buildings near Madigan Army Medical Center and the Logistics area. Area 1 includes modern 1+1 and 1+1E configured facilities built after 1990.

Area 2 on Lewis North includes all barracks buildings on Lewis North. Area 2 includes Army Housing Community (ARHOC) 2+2 configured facilities built between 1970 and 1990 and modern 1+1 and 1+1E configured facilities built after 1990.

Area 3 on Lewis Main includes barracks buildings on the north east side of Gray Army Airfield. Area 3 includes Hammerhead, Rolling Pin and H-Style common area latrine configured facilities built between 1950 and 1960.

Area 4 on Lewis Main includes barracks buildings on the south east side of Gray Army Airfield. Area 4 includes Hammerhead, Rolling Pin and H-Style common area latrine configured facilities built between 1950 and 1960.

Area 5 on Lewis Main includes barracks buildings in the downtown historic district and on the west side of Gray Army Airfield. Area 5 includes historic 2+0 configured facilities built prior to 1940, Hammerhead, Rolling Pin and H-Style common area latrine configured facilities built between 1950 and 1960, and Volunteer Army (VOLAR) 2+0 configured facilities built between 1970 and 1980.

Area 6 on McChord Field includes all dormitory buildings on McChord Field. Area 6 includes 2+2 configured facilities built between 1950 and 1990 and 1+1 configured facilities built between 1990 and 2000. A 2+2 configured facility has two service members per bedroom in a two bedroom suite, built around a single shared bathroom. A 1+1 configured facility has two servicemembers sharing a suite composed of two private living and/or sleeping rooms, with walk-in closets, connected by a shared bathroom, and service area with sink, counter, refrigerator, and space for a microwave oven.

A 1+1E configured facility has two service members sharing a suite composed of two private living and/or sleeping rooms, with walk-in closets, connected by a shared bathroom, and service area with sink, counter, refrigerator, and either a stove or cook top and a microwave oven. It has larger rooms and closets than the original 1+1 configuration.

Unaccompanied Soldiers are required to in-process with their unit S1 and then with the appropriate FSBP Area Management office. Unaccompanied Airmen are required to in-process at the Consolidated Dormitory Office at 566 Outer Circle Drive, McChord Field.

For more information go to http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil and select Housing or call 966-0505