East Port Orchard Home for Rent

East Port Orchard is a neighborhood characterized by its mix of single-family homes, including raised ranch and traditional ranch-style houses from the 1970s and 1980s, as well as newer traditional homes built in the early 2000s and 2020s. These homes typically feature vinyl siding in blue, green, and neutral colors, with paved driveways leading to attached garages. Jackson Park, a notable local attraction, spans over 200 acres and includes a miniature train, skate park, playground, and baseball fields. Long Lake County Park offers fishing and kayaking opportunities within its 27 acres. For shopping and dining, the Bethel Junction business center houses major retailers like Walmart and Safeway, while Bethel Road SE features a mix of restaurant chains and local spots like Bethel Saloon and Uncle Dave’s Café. The waterfront commercial district includes unique shops such as an antique store, a music store, and Brick Ally, a Lego store that hosts building competitions. On Saturdays from April to October, the waterfront transforms into a farmers market. Bethel Road SE connects the neighborhood to downtown Port Orchard and its ferry to Bremerton, while Southeast Mile Hill Drive links to Manchester and Southworth, where ferries depart for Fauntleroy, Vashon Island, and Seattle. The South Kitsap School District serves the area, with East Port Orchard Elementary, Marcus Whitman Middle School, and South Kitsap High School, all of which have high ratings.