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505 Vista Avenue SE
Olympia, WA 98501
2 days ago
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$659,900
Active
3
Beds
3
Baths
3
Garage
0.32
Acres
1949
Yr. Built
MLS# 2383121
Cumulative Days on Market: 40 (since May 29th, 2025) Data provided by the MLS.

Property Description

Charming and beautifully maintained, this 1949 classic sits on a private shy 1 / 3-acre corner lot in the desirable Carlyon neighborhood. With 2, 444 sq. ft., 3 BRs and 2.25 baths, it blends timeless character and classic appeal. Light-filled LR showcases handcrafted sweet gum HW floors, mahogany bookcase, FP and expansive picture windows. Sizeable DR is perfect for entertaining. Spacious FR offers another FP, built-ins and serene backyard views. Sunny eat-in kitchen features bay window, updated lighting and great storage. Roomy Primary BR boasts an updated bath, fresh paint and new carpet. Partially finished additional 586 sq.ft. in the basement. Fenced and gated backyard, gorgeous mature landscaping, covered patio and RV parking complete this inviting home.

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Property Highlights

Price
$659,900
Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Bedrooms
3
Total Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,444
Price / Sq Ft
$270
Acres
0.32
Year Built
1949

Location

Area
448 - Olympia South
County
Thurston
Subdivision
Carlyon
View
Territorial

Property Details

Price
$659,900
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Property Type
Residential

Building

Levels
One
Structure Type
House
Total Area
3,030

Community

Local Schools

Elementary School
Pioneer Elem
High School
Olympia High
Middle School
Wash Mid
School District
Olympia

Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1/2 Bathrooms
1
3/4 Bathrooms
1
Bathrooms on Main Level
3
Bedrooms
3
Bedrooms on Main Level
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Total Bathrooms
3

Rooms and Basement

Basement Features
Partially Finished

Appliances

Appliances
Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)

Interior Features

Fireplace Features
Wood Burning
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
Interior Features
Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
Security Features
Partially Fenced

Heating and Cooling

Fireplaces
2
Has Fireplace
Yes
Heating Features
Other – See Remarks, Radiant

Building Details

Construction

Foundations
Poured Concrete
Year Built
1949

Materials

Construction Materials
Wood
Roof
Composition

Terms

Terms

Inclusions
Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Special Conditions
None
Special Terms
Cash Out, Conventional, VA Loan

Taxes

Tax

Tax (Annual)
$6,710

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Cooling Features
None

Utilities

Sewer
Septic Tank, Sewer Connected
Water Source
Public

Lot

Acres
32
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Lot Size Area Sq Ft
13,926

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Wood

Parking

Covered Spaces
3
Parking Features
Detached Carport, Driveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking
Total Parking Spaces
3
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Date of last price change
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Status Active. This is the date the listing was placed on market.
Cumulative Days on Market: 40 (since May 29th, 2025) Data provided by the MLS.

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