Charming & 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 & 2.25 baths, it blends timeless character & classic appeal. Light-filled LR showcases handcrafted sweet gum HW floors, mahogany bookcase, FP & expansive picture windows. Sizeable DR is perfect for entertaining. Spacious FR offers another FP, built-ins & serene backyard views. Sunny eat-in kitchen features bay window, updated lighting & great storage. Roomy Primary BR boasts an updated bath, fresh paint & new carpet. Partially finished additional 586 sq.ft. in the basement. Fenced & gated backyard, gorgeous mature landscaping, covered patio & RV parking complete this inviting home.
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Listed by: Virgil Adams Real Estate, Inc. • Karen Thurston
Bought with: Virgil Adams Real Estate, Inc.
$610,000
505 Vista Avenue SE, Olympia, WA 98501
3beds
3,030sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
0.32 Acres Lot
$607,400 Zestimate®
$201/sqft
$3,275 Estimated rent
Home value
$607,400
$565,000 - $656,000
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Covered patioRv parkingFenced and gated backyardSunny eat-in kitchenSerene backyard viewsUpdated bathUpdated lighting
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Listed by:
Karen Thurston,
Virgil Adams Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Sue Sandberg, 6340
Virgil Adams Real Estate, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2383121
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Other – See Remarks, Radiant, Wall Unit(s), Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 2, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,030
- Total interior livable area: 3,030 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached Carport, Driveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking, Sprinkler System
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 38860500300
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Sewer Connected, Company: City of Olympia
- Water: Public, Company: City of Tumwater
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Carlyon
Location
- Region: Olympia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $201/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $640,400
- Annual tax amount: $6,710
- Date on market: 8/22/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 334 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2025 | Sold | $610,000-4.7%$201/sqft |
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| 8/23/2025 | Pending sale | $639,900$211/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Price change | $639,900-3%$211/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Price change | $659,900-2.2%$218/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2383121 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $675,000$223/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2383121 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2025 | Pending sale | $675,000$223/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2383121 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $675,000+347%$223/sqft |
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| 11/9/1995 | Sold | $151,000$50/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,710 +5.3% | $640,400 +5.1% |
| 2023 | $6,370 0% | $609,200 -4.7% |
| 2022 | $6,373 +1.2% | $639,000 +21.2% |
| 2021 | $6,299 +12.2% | $527,400 +21.3% |
| 2020 | $5,614 +13.4% | $434,900 +3% |
| 2019 | $4,950 -16.2% | $422,300 +4.8% |
| 2018 | $5,905 +35.5% | $402,900 +8.7% |
| 2017 | $4,359 | $370,800 +3.9% |
| 2016 | $4,359 | $356,800 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $4,359 | $348,700 +10.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $315,300 |
| 2012 | $4,228 | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $3,859 | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | $3,978 -16% | -- |
| 2006 | $4,736 +56.8% | -- |
| 2005 | $3,021 | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | $2,332 -0.5% | $149,800 |
| 2000 | $2,343 | $149,800 |
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Neighborhood: 98501
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Pioneer Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Washington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Olympia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Pioneer Elem
- 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
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- 505 Vista Avenue SE
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