Orchard Hills-Maplewood Home for Rent

Orchard Hills-Maplewood in Ann Arbor is a neighborhood comprising two subdivisions, Orchard Hills, built in the mid-1960s, and Maplewood, added in the early 1970s. The area features ranch-style and colonial homes, with many properties backing into woodlands. Streets are lined with mature trees and sidewalks, enhancing the neighborhood's walkability. The community is home to the Orchard Hills Athletic Club, which offers two heated pools, swim lessons, and various community events. Sugarbush Park provides 27 acres of wooded trails, playgrounds, and sports courts, while the Thurston Nature Center offers a year-round natural retreat with a central pond that becomes a skating rink in winter. The neighborhood is conveniently located near Plymouth Road, offering shopping and dining options such as Kroger, Plum Market, Carson’s American Bistro, The Songbird Café, and Yoon’s Bakery. The Orchard Hills-Maplewood Neighborhood Association organizes events like the Fall Festival and a neighborhood-wide yard sale. The University of Michigan’s north campus is about a mile away, and downtown Ann Arbor is 3 miles away, accessible by a nearby bus stop. The neighborhood is less than a mile from U.S. Route 23, providing access to Detroit Metropolitan Airport, 25 miles away, though some road noise is present. Schools in the area include the highly rated Thurston Elementary School, Clague Middle School, and Huron High School, which offers the International Baccalaureate program.