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Sumner, WA

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Savor rhubarb pie and small-town charm

Suburban Historic Charming Quaint Scenic Lush Convenient Quiet Residential

A city built on agriculture, Sumner is still known as the “Rhubarb Pie Capital of the World” to this day. Sumner rests in a lush valley where the White River flows into the Puyallup River, offering residents and visitors plenty of opportunities to engage in outdoor recreation and appreciate the surrounding natural beauty.

Despite major growth, Sumner has maintained its small-town charm. Sumner residents often gather in the historic downtown area, where rows of boutiques, shops, cafes, and businesses are stacked on tree-lined Main Street. Downtown Sumner is also the site of numerous community events, such as the Daffodil Parade, Wine Walks, and Music Off Main. A host of area attractions are just minutes from Sumner, including major retail centers, casinos, and a variety of parks. Commuting and traveling from Sumner is easy with access to roadway and highway connections as well as Sounder commuter rail, which connects Sumner to nearby cities like Tacoma and Seattle.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Sumner, WA is $1,491 for a studio, $1,674 for one bedroom, $1,844 for two bedrooms, and $2,490 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sumner has increased by 0.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,674/month
679 Sq Ft
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Transportation

40

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

56

Bikeable

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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Maple Lawn Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

629 Students

8
out of 10

Liberty Ridge Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

514 Students

8
out of 10

Daffodil Valley Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

495 Students

7
out of 10

Sumner Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

677 Students

8
out of 10

Sumner Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,728 Students

7
out of 10

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