Homes for Rent in Maple Valley Heights, Fairwood

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.