Summit, WA Homes for Rent

Summit, WA, located about 9 miles south of Tacoma, is a rural area with a population of 8,000. This community is characterized by its expansive farmland and foothills of the Cascade Mountains, providing ample acreage for raising cattle and horses. Many residents commute to Tacoma for work in healthcare and education, or to Joint Base Lewis-McChord, 12 miles southwest. Summit features a mix of home styles, including minimal traditional and ranch-style homes from the 1940s to 1970s, as well as newer traditional homes in subdivisions like Three Cedars. Summit Puyallup offers acre lots suitable for gardens and horses, while Summit View is known for its farmhouses and undeveloped land. The area is surrounded by shopping plazas, with the South Hill Mall just 3 miles east, featuring over 120 retailers, a bowling alley, arcade, and Regal movie theater. Dining options in Summit include American pubs and Vietnamese and Thai restaurants at Summit Country Center. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the Orangegate Park with its 2-mile loop trail, Dawson Playfield's sports facilities, and the 40-acre South Hill Community Park with the Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail. Summit is accessible via Washington Route 512, which connects to Interstate 5, leading to downtown Tacoma and Seattle. Pierce Transit provides local bus service, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is about 25 miles away. Summit experiences a temperate climate with wet winters and potential environmental risks such as earthquakes and landslides.