Summit, WA Homes for Rent

Summit is a rural neighborhood located about 9 miles south of Tacoma, characterized by its expansive farmland and foothills of the Cascade Mountains. With a population of 8,000, Summit offers homes with ample acreage suitable for raising cattle and horses. The area attracts longtime residents seeking more space outside the city, and many commute to Tacoma for jobs in healthcare and education or work at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, 12 miles southwest. Summit features a mix of home styles, including minimal traditional and ranch-style homes from the 1940s through 1970s, as well as new traditional homes in subdivisions like Three Cedars. Summit Puyallup and Summit View offer acre lots and farmhouses, respectively. The neighborhood's dining scene is centered at Summit Country Center, with American pubs and Vietnamese and Thai restaurants, while Canyon Road hosts coffee shops, pharmacies, and supermarkets. The South Hill Mall, located about 3 miles east, boasts over 120 retailers, a bowling alley, arcade, and Regal movie theater. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy Orangegate Park's 2-mile loop trail, Dawson Playfield's sports facilities, and the 40-acre South Hill Community Park with its playground and 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 frequent rainfall and environmental risks such as earthquakes and landslides due to its location along the Tacoma Fault.