A One-of-a-Kind Mid-Century Classic in the Heart of Lacey! Step back to a time when homes were crafted with real wood, generous rooms, and spacious lots. This charming 1950s rambler has been the longtime home of an internationally credentialed artist, and her creative influence remains throughout the home—an eclectic blend of art, personality, and imagination that makes this property truly unlike any other. Three bedrooms feature built-in storage and are conveniently located across from the main bath. The spacious living room showcases beautiful hardwood floors, a fireplace, and built-in bookcases, while the kitchen opens to a large family room and a distinctive bath arrangement. A generous pantry/storage room adds valuable functionality. Outside, the expansive backyard offers plenty of room to relax, entertain, garden, or create. Enjoy the covered patio, workshop, additional storage, and a separate artist studio tucked into the far corner of the property—perfect for a home office, den, reading retreat, hobby space, or creative studio. Be sure to notice the artistically sculpted evergreens that add even more character to this special setting. All this in a convenient Lacey location close to shopping, services, schools, and everyday amenities. If you appreciate character, craftsmanship, creativity, and a home with a story to tell, this rare 1950s rambler deserves a closer look.
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Listed by: Keller Williams South Sound • J. Obendorf
$465,000
4519 23rd Avenue SE, Lacey, WA 98503
3beds
1,508sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.28 Acres Lot
$462,400 Zestimate®
$308/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Covered patioBeautiful hardwood floorsBuilt-in bookcasesCrafted with real woodGenerous roomsAdditional storageSpacious lots
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
J. Obendorf,
Keller Williams South Sound
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2575764
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Description: built-in drawers
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: built-in drawers
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Description: split location
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Description: Tile floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Hardwood floor, fireplace
- Level: Main
Other
- Description: Detached in back yard
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Utility room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,508
- Total interior livable area: 1,508 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway, Off Street
- Has carport: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Pantry, Skylight(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 90 x 135
- Features: Paved, Cable TV, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Outbuildings, Patio, Shop
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 56900001100
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1956
- Major remodel year: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Lacey
- Water: Public, Company: City of Lacey
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lacey
Location
- Region: Olympia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $308/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $407,100
- Annual tax amount: $200
- Date on market: 8/31/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Farm Home Loan,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$462,400
$439,000 - $486,000
$2,689/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $465,000$308/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2575764 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $198 -1.2% | $407,100 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $200 +12.1% | $382,300 +2.1% |
| 2022 | $179 -17.7% | $374,300 +34.4% |
| 2021 | $217 -8.5% | $278,400 +21.1% |
| 2020 | $237 -3.3% | $229,900 +13.8% |
| 2019 | $245 -21.3% | $202,100 +4.8% |
| 2018 | $312 -56.7% | $192,800 +19% |
| 2017 | $720 | $162,000 +3.1% |
| 2016 | $720 | $157,100 +3.4% |
| 2014 | $720 | $152,000 +6.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $142,600 |
| 2012 | $757 | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $263 | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | $270 -47.9% | -- |
| 2006 | $519 +38.3% | -- |
| 2005 | $375 | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | $1,469 -3.8% | $96,900 |
| 2000 | $1,528 | $96,900 |
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Neighborhood: 98503
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mountain View Elementary
- Middle: Chinook Mid
- High: North Thurston 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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