Welcome home to this adorable storybook bungalow nestled in one of Olympia's most walkable neighborhoods. Built in 1924 and filled with character, this 2-bedroom gem showcases original hardwood floors, charming architectural details, and a cozy gas fireplace. Modern updates blend seamlessly with vintage appeal, while the spacious basement provides room for a creative studio, home office, small business, or income-producing opportunity. Outside, enjoy a sunny garden space, stylish fencing, and ample off-street parking. With mixed-use HDC-1 zoning and an unbeatable location near coffee shops, bakeries, restaurants, shopping, and downtown Olympia and waterfront, this home offers the perfect blend of charm, convenience, and opportunity.
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Listed by: Realty One Group Bold • Dani Rader • 818-256-5054
$455,000
1608 State Avenue NE, Olympia, WA 98506
2beds
1,510sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
5,998 Square Feet Lot
$436,000 Zestimate®
$301/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy gas fireplaceAmple off-street parkingSpacious basementSunny garden spaceStylish fencingAdorable storybook bungalowOriginal hardwood floors
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Dani Rader 818-256-5054 Dani@danirader.com,
Realty One Group Bold
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2601438
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Fireplace Insert, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Refrigerator(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Daylight,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,510
- Total interior livable area: 1,510 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 5,998 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 51 x 140 x 51 x 140
- Features: Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Fenced-Fully, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 74300200201
- Zoning: HDC-1
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1924
- Major remodel year: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Olympia
- Water: Public, Company: City of Olympia
- Utilities for property: Comcast, Comcast
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bigelow
Location
- Region: Olympia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $301/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $442,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,676
- Date on market: 11/6/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Estimated market value
$436,000
$414,000 - $458,000
$2,174/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $455,000+9.6%$301/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2601438 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2022 | Sold | $415,000+3.8%$275/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2011100 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2022 | Pending sale | $400,000$265/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2011100 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2022 | Listed for sale | $400,000$265/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2011100 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2022 | Pending sale | $400,000$265/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2011100 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2022 | Listed for sale | $400,000+185.7%$265/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2011100 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2015 | Sold | $140,000-6.5%$93/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #699292 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2015 | Pending sale | $149,750$99/sqft |
Source: Greene Realtors #699292 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2015 | Price change | $149,750-10.6%$99/sqft |
Source: Greene Realtors #699292 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2014 | Listed for sale | $167,500$111/sqft |
Source: Greene Realtors #699292 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,676 +7.5% | $442,700 +6.7% |
| 2024 | $4,349 +5.7% | $414,800 +5.4% |
| 2023 | $4,117 +21.5% | $393,400 +15.9% |
| 2022 | $3,388 -8.9% | $339,300 +9.1% |
| 2021 | $3,720 +18.6% | $311,100 +28.2% |
| 2020 | $3,137 +14.1% | $242,700 +6% |
| 2019 | $2,750 +2.3% | $229,000 +2.5% |
| 2018 | $2,687 +52.7% | $223,500 +40.5% |
| 2017 | $1,759 | $159,050 +6.9% |
| 2016 | $1,759 | $148,750 +6% |
| 2014 | $1,759 | $140,350 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $1,730 | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | $1,837 -24.7% | -- |
| 2006 | $2,441 +69.7% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,438 | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: Bigelow Highlands
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Roosevelt Elementary
- Middle: Reeves Mid
- High: Olympia High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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