Maple Highlands Renton: What Buyers Should Know About the New 12-Home Community
Maple Highlands is now selling in Renton Highlands as a 12-home single-family community by Conner Homes. The builder held its grand opening on September 12, 2026, and currently lists homes from the low $1.6 millions, with five floor plans ranging from about 3,256 to 3,796 square feet.
For buyers, though, the floor plan and advertised starting price are only the beginning.
The more useful questions are:
- What does the base price actually include?
- Is there a lot premium?
- Which model-home features are upgrades?
- What are the current HOA dues?
- Is the home already under construction or still a pre-sale?
- Are incentives available, and what conditions come with them?
- Do you need to coordinate with your own agent before visiting?
Those details can change the actual cost and the buying experience.
Information last verified: September 22, 2026
Search note: Some online results also surface D.R. Horton homes that used the Maple Highlands name elsewhere in the Renton area. This article specifically covers Conner Homes' 2026 Maple Highlands community, tied to the 12-lot project near 13818 152nd Ave SE and 13929 154th Ave SE, with the builder's current sales address at 6270 SE 5th Place.
Key takeaways
- Maple Highlands includes 12 single-family homes in Renton Highlands.
- Conner Homes lists five plans from approximately 3,256 to 3,796 square feet.
- Current builder pricing begins in the low $1.6 millions, subject to change.
- Plans currently offer 4 or 5 bedrooms and garage configurations from 2 to 5 cars.
- Several plans include a main-floor bedroom with nearby or private bath access.
- City planning records show preliminary homesites ranging from approximately 9,034 to 11,256 square feet.
- Current active listings reviewed in September 2026 show $275 monthly HOA dues.
- The builder states that base pricing does not include lot premiums, optional upgrades, or larger garage configurations.
- Builder incentives are time-sensitive and should be verified before relying on them.
- Current listings require buyer-broker registration on or before the buyer's first visit for the compensation offered in those listings.
- Construction stages vary, so some buyers may have more selection options than others.
- Model-home finishes should not automatically be assumed to be standard.
What is Maple Highlands in Renton?
Maple Highlands is a small new-construction community of 12 detached single-family homes in Renton Highlands.
Conner Homes' current homepage identifies the community as "Grand Opening Now Selling." The builder held its opening event September 12, 2026.
Washington's SEPA records independently confirm that the Maple Highlands preliminary plat was approved as a 12-lot subdivision on approximately 4.16 acres.
Maple Highlands quick facts
Builder | Conner Homes |
Location | Renton Highlands, Renton, Washington |
Homes | 12 single-family homes |
Current status | Now selling |
Grand opening | September 12, 2026 |
Home size | Approx. 3,256 to 3,796 sq. ft. |
Bedrooms | 4 to 5 |
Bathrooms | Approx. 2.75 to 4 |
Garages | 2 to 5 cars depending on plan |
Current starting price | Low $1.6Ms |
Sales address | 6270 SE 5th Pl, Renton |
Current listing HOA dues | $275/month on listings reviewed |
Pricing, availability, HOA information, construction schedules, and incentives can change.
How large are the Maple Highlands homes and lots?
The homes currently range from about 3,256 to 3,796 square feet, while the original subdivision plan showed homesites of roughly 9,000 to 11,000 square feet.
The City of Renton's preliminary plat record lists proposed lot sizes from 9,034 square feet for Lot 6 to 11,256 square feet for Lot 1.
Current listings support that general range. For example, recent active Conner Homes listings show homesites around 9,199, 9,392, and 10,376 square feet.
Buyers should still verify the actual recorded or current lot dimensions for the specific homesite they are considering.
A subdivision's preliminary plat is useful context, but it should not replace property-specific review.
What floor plans are available at Maple Highlands?
Conner Homes currently shows five floor plans.
Plan | Current starting price* | Beds | Baths | Garage | Approx. sq. ft. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cascadia | $1,625,900 | 4 | 2.75 | 3-car | 3,256 |
Alderwood | $1,630,900 | 5 | 4 | 2-car | 3,476 |
Ridgeline | $1,645,900 | 5 | 3 | 3-car | 3,482 |
Summit | $1,690,900 | 5 | 3 | 5-car | 3,495 |
Timberline | $1,725,900 | 5 | 3.75 | 3-car | 3,796 |
*Pricing shown on the builder's community page when reviewed September 22, 2026. Prices, availability, features, and options can change.
The individual plan pages provide more detail on how the layouts differ. For example, Cascadia has a main-floor bedroom and 3/4 bath, Alderwood has a main-floor guest suite, Ridgeline has a main-floor den or bedroom near a bath, and Timberline has a main-floor bedroom plus den.
Which plans may work for buyers who want a main-floor bedroom?
Several Maple Highlands plans include a main-floor bedroom or flexible room with nearby bath access.
That can be useful for buyers who want space for:
- guests
- extended household members
- a home office
- a separate main-floor living area.
The builder describes some of these layouts as suitable for multigenerational living.
Buyers should still look at the actual layout rather than relying on the label.
A main-floor bedroom does not automatically mean the home is designed for accessibility or aging in place. Door widths, shower configuration, thresholds, stairs, entry access, and other details should be checked separately if accessibility matters.
Which Maple Highlands plan has the largest garage?
The Summit is currently shown with a 5-car garage configuration.
The builder's community materials also advertise garage options of up to five cars.
For some buyers, that extra space could be useful for:
- multiple vehicles
- equipment
- hobby storage
- workshop needs.
But buyers should confirm whether the garage shown for a plan or homesite is included in the listed price or involves an additional cost.
The builder specifically states that base pricing may exclude larger garage configurations.
How much do homes at Maple Highlands cost?
Conner Homes currently advertises Maple Highlands from the low $1.6 millions, with listed floor-plan starting prices ranging from about $1.626 million to $1.726 million.
That does not mean every finished home will sell at the advertised floor-plan price.
Conner Homes states that base pricing does not include:
- lot premiums
- optional upgrades
- larger garage configurations.
That makes the total-cost conversation important.
The advertised base price is not the whole purchase
A more useful way to compare a Maple Highlands home is:
Base price
- homesite or lot premium
- structural options
- garage configuration
- design selections
- finish upgrades
- HOA costs
- financing costs
- closing costs
= actual purchase and ownership picture
A buyer comparing two plans should therefore ask for a written estimate based on the specific homesite and configuration, not just the community price sheet.
What in the model home is standard and what is upgraded?
Do not assume everything shown in a furnished model home is included in the advertised starting price.
Before using the model as the basis for a purchase decision, ask for a written breakdown of:
- standard finishes
- model-home upgrades
- structural options
- included appliances
- landscaping
- fencing
- garage configuration
- countertop and flooring selections
- lighting
- cabinetry
- design-center upgrades
- homesite-specific features.
This is especially important when comparing a pre-sale opportunity with a home that is already further along in construction.
Your final purchase should be evaluated against the written specifications for your home, not simply what is visible in the model.
For broader guidance, see our guide to 10 smart tips for buying a new construction home.
What should buyers do before their first Maple Highlands visit?
A little preparation before visiting the sales office can make the first conversation much more useful.
Before your first visit
- Talk with your own agent first if you want buyer representation.
- Ask for the current price and availability sheet.
- Identify which floor plans actually fit your needs.
- Ask whether the homesite is a pre-sale, under construction, or closer to completion.
- Ask about the lot premium.
- Request the standard-features list.
- Ask which model features are upgrades.
- Verify current HOA dues and what they cover.
- Ask which incentives are active today and what conditions apply.
- Compare financing with an outside lender as well as any builder-affiliated option.
- Ask what inspections are permitted and when they can occur.
- Review warranty documents before signing.
This is one place where having the buyer's own representation organized before the visit can matter.
Can buyers use their own real estate agent at Maple Highlands?
Buyers can involve their own real estate agent, but current Maple Highlands listings make the timing of broker registration important.
Several active Conner Homes listings state that the buyer's broker must register the buyer on or before the first visit to receive the compensation offered in those listings.
For buyers, the practical takeaway is:
If you want your own agent involved, coordinate with that agent before visiting the model home or sales office.
Broker compensation is a separate matter between the buyer, broker, listing terms, and any written brokerage-services agreement. Buyers should not assume representation is automatically free or that every homesite has identical compensation terms.
Does Maple Highlands have an HOA?
Current active listings reviewed in September 2026 show HOA dues of $275 per month.
One active listing identifies common-area maintenance as included in that fee.
Buyers should verify:
- the current monthly assessment
- HOA budget
- governing documents
- reserve information if applicable
- owner maintenance responsibilities
- insurance responsibilities
- what common areas are maintained
- transfer or setup fees
- future assessment authority.
The amount shown on today's listing should not be treated as a permanent fixed cost.
For broader guidance on HOA review, see our article on Washington HOA rules and buyer due diligence.
Are builder incentives currently available?
Incentives should be treated as time-sensitive until the builder confirms them for the exact home being considered.
Conner Homes advertised a $50,000 Buyer Bonus around the September 12 grand opening.
However, the dedicated community page still contains older pre-opening promotional language, while the builder's current homepage now promotes a separate limited-time financing offer on select Conner Homes through September 29, 2026. That does not establish that every Maple Highlands home qualifies.
Before valuing an incentive, ask:
- Which homes qualify?
- Is there an expiration date?
- Does it require a preferred lender?
- Does it require a preferred closing provider?
- Can it be used for closing costs?
- Can it be used for upgrades?
- Can it be applied toward a permanent or temporary rate buydown?
- What interest rate, APR, points, and fees apply?
- What happens if the closing date changes?
A large headline credit is only useful if the buyer understands how it affects total cost.
Our guide to what South King County buyers can negotiate beyond price explains how to compare builder incentives, closing credits, upgrades, and financing rather than looking only at the advertised dollar amount.
Are the Maple Highlands homes finished or still under construction?
Construction stages currently vary by homesite.
Recent active listings illustrate the difference:
- one home is advertised with an October 2026 completion
- another pre-sale is described as being in framing with a January 2027 completion target
- a Timberline listing carries a March 2027 estimated completion.
These are estimates, not guarantees.
Construction schedules can change.
Why the construction stage matters
Earlier-stage or pre-sale | Further along in construction |
|---|---|
More selections may still be available | More of the final home can be seen |
Potentially more personalization | Fewer remaining finish decisions |
Longer wait until completion | Potentially earlier closing |
More uncertainty about final appearance | More certainty about installed finishes |
Buyer may need to make decisions from plans and samples | Buyer may be able to inspect more completed work |
Ask what can still be changed before assuming a pre-sale is fully customizable.
What warranty does Conner Homes advertise?
Conner Homes currently describes a three-part warranty structure:
- 1-year limited warranty covering certain first-year adjustments and covered issues
- 2-year systems warranty for specified electrical, plumbing, and HVAC supply systems
- 10-year structural warranty covering specified structural components.
That summary should not replace the actual warranty documents.
Before signing, buyers should ask for the full written warranty and check:
- exactly what is covered
- exclusions
- claim deadlines
- how service requests are submitted
- whether warranties transfer
- manufacturer warranties for appliances and equipment
- what happens after the first year.
Should buyers independently research the builder?
Yes. Builder information should come from more than the builder's own marketing.
Conner Homes says its Washington homebuilding history dates back more than 65 years.
For independent due diligence, the Washington Department of Labor & Industries provides a contractor-verification tool that can be used to review contractor registration, bond and insurance information, citations, and other public information.
Washington L&I Verify a Contractor
This does not replace reviewing the actual purchase agreement, warranty, inspection rights, or completed home.
What should buyers know about the Renton Highlands location?
Maple Highlands is located in Renton Highlands, with regional access toward I-405, Renton employment and shopping areas, Bellevue, Seattle, and other Eastside destinations. The builder's current community materials also reference nearby shopping, recreation, and regional road access.
For buyers, the better question is not:
Is this a good commute?
It is:
Does the commute from this specific property work for the hours and destinations I actually travel?
Test it.
Drive the route during a normal weekday morning or evening.
Check:
- access to I-405
- travel toward Bellevue
- travel toward Seattle
- school or childcare routes if personally relevant
- regular shopping trips
- weekend traffic
- construction areas.
Do not rely on a builder's travel-time estimate or a map viewed during light traffic.
For broader local context, see our guide to Renton real estate, land use, and development trends in 2026.
How should buyers compare Maple Highlands with other homes?
Maple Highlands occupies a fairly specific part of the Renton market: larger new-construction single-family homes at an upper price point.
That means broad Renton median-price data will not tell a buyer whether one of these homes is competitively priced.
A better comparison includes:
- similar-size new construction
- newer resale homes
- homes with comparable lot sizes
- bedroom count
- garage capacity
- finish level
- location
- HOA cost
- included landscaping and fencing
- lot premium
- builder incentives
- upgrades already installed.
A $1.65 million base price with a large lot premium and extensive options may tell a different cost story from a higher-priced home where more items are already included.
Compare the actual package.
Expert insight: Compare the whole home, not the model
The model home can help buyers understand the layout.
It cannot answer every financial question.
Before choosing a plan or homesite, we would want to know:
- What is the actual purchase price for this homesite?
- What is standard?
- What has been upgraded?
- What is the lot premium?
- What remains selectable?
- What are the HOA dues?
- What incentive applies to this home today?
- What financing conditions come with it?
- What does the warranty actually cover?
- What inspection rights does the contract allow?
- When is the estimated completion?
- What happens if construction is delayed?
Those questions give a buyer a much clearer basis for comparison than the model home's appearance alone.
What should buyers verify before reserving or purchasing a Maple Highlands homesite?
Use this checklist before making a decision.
Price and homesite
- Current base price
- Exact homesite price
- Lot premium
- Recorded or final lot size
- Orientation and surrounding lots
Home configuration
- Floor plan
- Garage size
- Structural selections
- Main-floor bedroom arrangement
- Standard features
- Upgrade list
- Remaining design selections
Ongoing ownership costs
- HOA dues
- What the HOA covers
- Homeowners insurance
- Property taxes
- Owner-maintained items
Incentives and financing
- Current incentive
- Expiration date
- Eligible homes
- Preferred-lender requirements
- Interest rate
- APR
- points and fees
- cash needed at closing
- payment after any temporary buydown
Construction and closing
- Current construction stage
- Estimated completion
- Delay provisions
- inspection rights
- final walkthrough process
- punch-list procedures
Representation and contracts
- Coordinate with your agent before the first visit
- Review buyer-broker terms
- Review builder purchase agreement
- Confirm earnest-money and reservation terms
- Understand cancellation and contingency provisions
Warranty
- 1-year coverage
- 2-year systems coverage
- 10-year structural coverage
- exclusions
- claim process
- manufacturer warranties.
Frequently asked questions
How many homes are being built at Maple Highlands in Renton?
Maple Highlands is a 12-home single-family development. Both Conner Homes and the City of Renton project record identify 12 homes or lots.
Who is building Maple Highlands?
The current 2026 community is being built and sold by Conner Homes.
How much do Maple Highlands homes cost?
Conner Homes currently advertises the community from the low $1.6 millions. Its community page lists floor-plan starting prices from approximately $1,625,900 to $1,725,900 as of September 22, 2026. Base prices exclude certain lot premiums, upgrades, and larger garage configurations.
How large are the homes?
Current plans range from approximately 3,256 to 3,796 square feet.
How large are the lots?
The City of Renton's preliminary plat listed lots from approximately 9,034 to 11,256 square feet. Buyers should verify the final dimensions of the individual homesite.
Does Maple Highlands have an HOA?
Current active listings reviewed in September 2026 show $275 monthly HOA dues. Buyers should verify the current assessment and association documents before purchasing.
Which Maple Highlands plan has a 5-car garage?
The Summit is currently listed with a 5-car garage configuration. Buyers should confirm whether the configuration and any related cost are included for the specific homesite.
Are there main-floor bedrooms?
Yes. Several current plans include a main-floor bedroom or flexible bedroom space with nearby bath access.
Can I bring my own real estate agent?
Yes. Current listings say the buyer's broker must register the buyer on or before the first visit for the compensation offered in those listings. Coordinate with your agent before visiting.
Is the $50,000 Buyer Bonus still available?
Conner Homes advertised a $50,000 Buyer Bonus around the September 12 grand opening. Incentives change, so buyers should confirm whether it remains available, which homes qualify, and what conditions apply before relying on it.
Are Maple Highlands homes move-in ready?
Some homes are further along than others. Current listings reviewed show estimated completion dates ranging from fall 2026 into early 2027. Buyers should verify the current construction status of the specific homesite.
Helpful resources
Maple Highlands by Conner Homes
Current builder information for community pricing, floor plans, homesite availability, and sales contact.
Maple Highlands community page
Maple Highlands grand-opening announcement
Useful for the September 2026 opening, community size, overall home-size range, and original grand-opening promotion.
Conner Homes Maple Highlands opening announcement
City of Renton Maple Highlands preliminary plat
Independent public record confirming the 12-lot subdivision, project location, and preliminary lot-size range.
Washington SEPA Maple Highlands project record
Conner Homes warranty information
Current builder description of its 1-year, 2-year, and 10-year warranty components.
Conner Homes customer care and warranty information
Washington Department of Labor & Industries
Independent tool for checking contractor registration, bond, insurance, citations, and related records.
Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson, or Business
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Pricing, incentives, HOA assessments, availability, features, completion dates, and builder terms can change. Buyers should verify current information for the specific Maple Highlands home and review all purchase, financing, association, inspection, and warranty documents before relying on them.
