Living in Maplewood Hills
Maplewood Hills is a quiet, wooded residential enclave in central Edmonds where mature second-growth forest canopy meets suburban family living. The neighborhood sits between Highway 99 to the east and downtown Edmonds to the west, offering proximity to both the city's walkable waterfront core and major arterials without being on top of either. Homes are predominantly single-family residences on generous lots, many surrounded by towering conifers and native understory. With a median sale price around $1.2M, 72% owner-occupied homes, and three neighborhood parks within its boundaries, Maplewood Hills attracts families and long-term residents who prioritize space, quiet, and nature over nightlife and walkability.
Maplewood Hills is a car-dependent neighborhood with limited walkability (Walk Score ~35). The trade-off is space, quiet, and nature โ the neighborhood has three parks (Maplewood Park, Pine Ridge Park, Hummingbird Hill Park) within its boundaries, all featuring forested trails. Downtown Edmonds is a 10-minute drive for restaurants, shopping, and the ferry. The Highway 99 corridor provides grocery stores, services, and connections to I-5. Community Transit bus service is available but infrequent.
Families with school-age children who want space, quiet, and proximity to good schools Move-up buyers from condos or townhomes who want a single-family home with a wooded lot Nature-oriented households who value having forested parks within walking distance