Artondale Home for Rent

Artondale, a neighborhood in Gig Harbor, offers residents a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to Puget Sound. The area features luxurious waterfront properties and homes with more acreage, appealing to those seeking a more country-like setting. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing at Kopachuck State Park, which is undergoing renovations to enhance its amenities by 2025. Harbor Family Park provides forest trails, while golfers can play at the private Gig Harbor Golf Club. The neighborhood is 3 miles from Gig Harbor and 13 miles from Tacoma, making commuting manageable. Homes in Artondale range from 70s/80s modern ramblers to contemporary and craftsman-style estates, with many properties featuring significant tree coverage. Residents frequent Uptown Gig Harbor and Tacoma for dining and shopping, with local favorites like the Greenhouse Restaurant and Moctezuma’s Mexican Restaurant and Tequila Bar. For entertainment, Uptown Gig Harbor offers Galaxy Theaters, Ocean5, and Escape Hour. The Peninsula School District serves the area, with highly rated schools including Artondale Elementary, Kopachuck Middle School, and Gig Harbor High. While the neighborhood has a low crime risk compared to the national average, some areas near the creek have a flood risk factor. Access to other metro areas requires a car, with Route 16 leading to Tacoma and the Tacoma Narrows Bridge being a toll route. SeaTac International Airport is 37 miles away, providing extensive flight options.