Seize the opportunity to own a piece of State history! Welcome home to the Judge French House in Olympia's coveted South Capitol neighborhood. Once home to Justice Walter French of the WA State Supreme Court during the roaring 20s, this vintage Craftsman is updated to afford today's comforts while maintaining Old World charm. Host the party of the year in the grandeur of this 34' long living room w/classic mantel & built ins, or an outdoor rooftop deck party w/peek a boo view of Capitol Lake atop the 2 car garage + heated workshop. Perfect for entertaining & fundraising w/professional grade appliances & separate butler's pantry. Blocks to legislature/Capitol Campus, state offices, downtown shops, schools, freeways & more! An Oly gem!!
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Listed by: Van Dorm Realty, Inc • Allison Savin
Bought with: RE/MAX Advantage
$1,123,000
221 20th Avenue SW, Olympia, WA 98501
3beds
3,006sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
6,599 Square Feet Lot
$1,126,500 Zestimate®
$374/sqft
$3,088 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,126,500
$1.06M - $1.19M
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Outdoor rooftop deck partyDowntown shopsHeated workshop
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Listed by:
Allison Savin,
Van Dorm Realty, Inc
Bought with:
Teri Bevelacqua, 27417
RE/MAX Advantage
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2175532
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher_, Dryer, Refrigerator_, StoveRange_, Washer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, StoveRange
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,006
- Total interior livable area: 3,006 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Fireplace
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Lake, Partial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 6,599 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cabana/Gazebo, Cable TV, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, Rooftop Deck
- Topography: Level,Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 39600300800
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1912
- Major remodel year: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Olympia
- Water: Public, Company: City of Olympia
- Utilities for property: Comcast, Comcast
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Capital Campus
Location
- Region: Olympia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $374/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $907,300
- Annual tax amount: $7,864
- Date on market: 12/1/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 847 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, StoveRange, Washer
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/7/2023 | Sold | $1,123,000-6.4%$374/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2175532 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2023 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$399/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2175532 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+147.4%$399/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2175532 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2015 | Sold | $485,000-7.4%$161/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #792361 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2015 | Price change | $524,000+5.3%$174/sqft |
Source: Virgil Adams Real Estate #792361 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2015 | Price change | $497,500-5.1%$166/sqft |
Source: Virgil Adams Real Estate #792361 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2015 | Price change | $524,000-4.6%$174/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2015 | Listed for sale | $549,000+266.2%$183/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2011 | Sold | $149,900$50/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,502 +13.6% | $907,300 +13.4% |
| 2023 | $8,365 +6.4% | $800,300 +1.5% |
| 2022 | $7,864 -4.8% | $788,800 +14% |
| 2021 | $8,264 +12.7% | $692,100 +21.8% |
| 2020 | $7,334 +11.9% | $568,400 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $6,556 -1% | $558,000 +4.5% |
| 2018 | $6,619 +153.3% | $533,900 +18% |
| 2017 | $2,613 | $452,300 +19.5% |
| 2016 | $2,613 | $378,600 +3.4% |
| 2014 | $2,613 | $366,300 +6.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $343,800 |
| 2012 | $4,346 | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $3,611 | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | $3,730 -30.6% | -- |
| 2006 | $5,376 +58.7% | -- |
| 2005 | $3,387 | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | $2,728 -0.5% | $175,300 |
| 2000 | $2,740 | $175,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: South Captol
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Washington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 9/10Olympia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lincoln Elementary
- Middle: Wash 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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- Washington
- Thurston County
- Olympia
- 98501
- South Captol
- 221 20th Avenue SW