What is the best on-post housing at JBLM?

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 22:22:35 -0500

I have a wife and a 2 year old daughter and will be PCSing in April, we are looking into getting on post housing and getting on the list as soon as possible, but we’re wondering which neighborhoods were the best? Thanks

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 2 at 2020 11:09 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 23:09:29 -0500

Good luck with any housing on post, period. You have to be physically signed in to JBLM before they even consider putting you on the list. And the cost of living vs BAH vs quality of life out here is ridiculous so best of wishes if you can find somewhere in town.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 3 at 2020 1:31 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 01:31:49 -0500

It's kind of a moot point. On post housing is so backed up, especially with the houses shut down due to mold and other issues, that you're lucky if you get on post at all.

Response by SGT Cody Skinner made Mar 3 at 2020 9:28 AM

SGT Cody Skinner — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 09:28:02 -0500

When I was Stationed there We had an Apartment at Sunset Garden Condominiums. It was a 2 Bedroom, but was in a nice quiet Area just north of North Fort.

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Mar 3 at 2020 2:42 PM

CSM Darieus ZaGara — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 14:42:00 -0500

You won’t get a choice. You will go on a long list. You should exert your energy in finding suitable off-post housing.

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 3 at 2020 9:24 PM

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 21:24:21 -0500

Lived in housing behind Madigan (hospital), had no issues getting a home right away and same for some of my battles coming there

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 4 at 2020 9:22 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 21:22:12 -0500

Go online and get on the list. Much better on post since getting through the gate for PT is a pain. You won’t have many choices since you only have one child but it’s better to live on post there.

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 16 at 2020 10:57 PM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 22:57:56 -0400

You'll get options based on your needs, i.e. number of dependants, EFMP, etc. They waiting lists are rather long (6-9 months) but you can get on the active waiting list once you sign out on PCS leave from your loosing station. Do not wait until that time to apply for housing. Have everything ready, submit it, and once you sign out on leave, give them a call.
https://lincolnmilitary.com/find-your-home/
Facebook page: Fort Lewis McCord On & Off Base Housing for more info.

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Response by SPC Nathan Yoncher made Mar 18 at 2020 2:46 PM

SPC Nathan Yoncher — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 14:46:08 -0400

I live in stony oak on mcchord, pretty nice 4 bedroom 2 bath. Takes 15 min to get to work