Why Live in Maple Valley Heights
Maple Valley Heights in Fairwood is a neighborhood characterized by its spacious properties and diverse home styles, ranging from manufactured homes to farms, with many lots spanning half an acre or more. The homes, built between the 1960s and 1990s, include ranch-style and raised ranches, as well as modern farmhouse-inspired designs. Residents enjoy access to Cedar River for fishing and tubing, and the nearby McGarvey Park offers 400 acres of forests and wetlands with trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. The Lake Desire Natural Area adds another 11 miles of trails and opportunities for non-motorized boating. Central to the neighborhood, Maple Valley Heights Park features a playground, basketball court, and picnic areas. Although primarily residential, the neighborhood is within 7 miles of Fairwood’s town center, which includes shopping centers, grocery stores, and dining options like Apogee Pub & Eatery. Downtown Renton, about 8 miles away, offers additional shopping, dining, and nightlife, including breweries and bars. The area lacks pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, making car travel essential, with Washington state Route 169 providing access to downtown Seattle, 23 miles away, and SeaTac Airport, 16 miles away. Families benefit from the highly rated Tahoma School District, with Shadow Lake Elementary School, Maple Valley Middle School, and Tahoma Senior High School offering strong academic programs and extracurricular activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maple Valley Heights a good place to live?
Maple Valley Heights is a good place to live. Maple Valley Heights is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Maple Valley Heights has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 44. The average household income is $112,349 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 27.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Maple Valley Heights are home owners, with 13.7% of residents renting and 86.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Maple Valley Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Maple Valley Heights neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Maple Valley Heights?
The median home price in Maple Valley Heights is $874,750. If you put a 20% down payment of $175,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,310 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $185K a year to afford the median home price in Maple Valley Heights. The average household income in Maple Valley Heights is $112K.
What are the best public schools in Maple Valley Heights?
The best public schools that serve Maple Valley Heights are:
What are the best private schools in Maple Valley Heights?
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Home Trends in Maple Valley Heights, WA
On average, homes in Maple Valley Heights, Fairwood sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Maple Valley Heights, Fairwood over the last 12 months is $792,250, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$792,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$874,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$488
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$874,750
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
