The Lookout

Overview of The Lookout

Beautifully situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Tacoma, WA, The Lookout is a distinguished community that offers independent living. With purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort. Maintenance services are also provided, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Cozy communal spaces and recreational activities are available, so residents can interact with their surroundings and live actively. Thriving local amenities and restaurants nearby provide residents with a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With plenty of top-tier amenities and a friendly setting, the community strives to help residents thrive in their golden years.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #298 / 583Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 298th out of 583 homes we track in Washington for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 514 / 785 - 799 / 906 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 3.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tacoma's city center to The Lookout's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Weatherly Inn Tacoma
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tacoma (West End)
130
Facility 130
WA AVG 78
Rank #21 / 324
Yes
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 52
Rank #335 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
55.4%
Facility 55.4%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #220 / 248
A+6
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #204 / 282
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 31
Rank #118 / 279
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #99 / 279
Franke Tobey Jones
IL
AL
CCRC(
MC
NH
SNF
Tacoma (West End)
101
Facility 101
WA AVG 78
Rank #72 / 324
Yes
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 52
Rank #335 / 583
-
49.5%
Facility 49.5%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #230 / 248
A+5
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #84 / 279
3.2
Facility 3.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #93 / 279
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tacoma (West End)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 78
Rank #115 / 324
Yes
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 52
Rank #181 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
98.8%
Facility 98.8%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #11 / 248
-2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 279
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #38 / 279
Brookdale Allenmore
IL
AL
Tacoma (Central Tacoma)
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 78
Rank #137 / 324
Yes
64
Facility 64
WA AVG 52
Rank #189 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
63.8%
Facility 63.8%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #196 / 248
A+10
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #204 / 282
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 31
Rank #102 / 279
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #31 / 279
The Lookout
IL
Tacoma (South Tacoma)-Yes
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 52
Rank #298 / 583
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Washington

The Lookout is located in Tacoma, Washington State.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington State.

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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Washington resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Washington resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
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High urban demand; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~240 hours/year) Assistive devices Training Transportation

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

Age 60+
General WA resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
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13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
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Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
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High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 61+ or disabled retiree
General WA resident, homeowner, income-based.
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000-$70,000/year varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap varies ~$250,000-$400,000
WA

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

Age 60+
General WA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about The Lookout

What neighborhood is The Lookout in?

The Lookout is in the South Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma.

Is The Lookout in a walkable area?

The Lookout has a walk score of 52. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at The Lookout?

Yes, The Lookout allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of The Lookout?

Yes — there are 5 photos of The Lookout in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Lookout?

The Lookout is located at 4901 S 25Th St, Tacoma, WA 98466.

What is the phone number of The Lookout?

(253) 753-1585 will put you in contact with the team at The Lookout.

Does The Lookout provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — The Lookout is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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