Welcome to Maple Valley! Not ready (or able) to buy right now? This fabulous single level 2350 square foot home is situated on a private shy acre in the heart of Maple Valley! Serene park-like setting, bordering Lake Wilderness Golf course. 3 BR 2.5 baths. 2320 square feet attached carport AND detached Shop! No pets please Offered at $1895/month on a 12 month lease. More info:rentals <at> maplevalleyrealestate.com (type as an email address)
Lower home values in the greater Maple Valley area have contributed to a larger number of single family homes being converted to rentals. Owners are drawing the line on their bottom line and resolve to wait out the real estate recovery. It’s easy to find a tenant right? While the concept of renting is simple; find tenant, tenant moves in, tenant pays rent, landlord makes mortgage payment….the realities are much different. Especially today. Who’s Renting Today? Many of today’s tenants are former homeowners. People who have good incomes but due to some sudden, unforeseen circumstance, fell behind on payments or had an adjustable loan reset which subsequently priced them out of the market. They either sold their home short, or let it go back to the bank. But other applicants are looking to scam the system and sometimes flat-out lie about their circumstances. I’ve heard of more than a few Landlord/Owners, falling for hard-luck stories, or mismanaging tenant’s funds or not following Landlord/Tenant Law and getting themselves in trouble. Many investors don’t realize the advantages of using a professional Property Manager for their rental property and get more caught in the cost that they fail to see the bigger picture
Whether you’re thinking about renting a single family home in the Maple Valley area or are a Landlord, or owner thinking about becoming a Landlord, you may find the following numbers helpful as you gather research in the decision making process. In 2009, there were 64 Single Family homes listed as “Rented” on NWMLS. Rental properties are entered into the MLS database as a courtesy to the membership and because rental listings are not required to be entered (as other properties for sale are, it’s entirely likely these numbers could be higher. But working with what we have, it’s interesting to note that of those 64 properties listed and rented, the highest listed rented amount was $2600 per month and the lowest was $550.The average monthly rent for ’09 was $1663. Compared to 2008, this is an increase in units rented of about 15%. The high rent for ’08 was $3250 while the low was $1250. The average rental amount was $1851.
This 4 bedroom Maple Valley home is approximately 2060 square feet and is available for lease beginning January 1, 2010. The floorplan features 3 bedrooms up and one down, Formal Living and Dining as well as a Family Room. Spacious 11,000 square foot lot with backyard backing to greenbelt for privacy. Lake Wilderness is an 18 hole public course with a clubhouse and restaurant nearby. Terms: $1700/month-12 month lease, first and security deposit prior to move in. HOA dues included in rent. Pets ok subject to restrictions. Non-smoking. All adult applicants must pay screening fee. Get More info
Absolutely darling one-of-a-kind waterfront home now available for lease in Maple Valley. Small on size but BIG on charm, this one bedroom 1930′s cabin has been remodeled over the years. It has one bathroom, a large loft bedroom, sunroom, valuted great room and roomy Kitchen with S/S fridge. Wrap around deck leads to lawn and Dock with gazebo the lake beyond. Located in Tahoma schools. Lease terms: 12 month lease, first & security deposit prior to move in. Adults over 18 pay screening fee. Pets subject to restrictions. Email for more information or to schedule an appointment
Available first part of August, this 1960 square foot 2 story is centrally located in Maple Valley in the Patrick’s Faire neighborhood. Great room concept with 3 BIG bedrooms. Island Kitchen and fully fenced rear yard which backs to open space. Terms: 12 month lease, non-smoking, first and security deposit, $1550 per month. All adults over 18 pay $50 screening fee. Call 425.432.5400 or email us to verify availability.
Beautiful 5 Bedroom Home now available for Lease in Maple Valley. Approximately 3100 square feet with Main Floor Den. Three car garage. Gourmet Kitchen with granite counters, cherry cabinets and Stainless appliances. Call 425.412.0998 or email for additional information. Terms: 12 month lease. $2100/month. First and Security deposit. Each adult over age of 18 pays $50 screening fee. Non-Smoking.
Three Bedroom appx 1650 sq. foot home in Wilderness Grove now available for lease. Home features a HUGE fenced back yard and great entertainment sized deck….just in time for Summer BBQ’s!! Formal Living and Dining Rooms as well as Family Room on main floor. ….And hard to find 3 car garage.Close to shopping, Lake Wilderness and excellent Tahoma Schools. Offered on 12 month lease terms @ $1725/month. Pets are ok subject to restrictions. $50 application fee per adult over 18. First plus security depost.
