Step into the charm of yesteryear with this 1924 Tumwater bungalow offering 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 924 sq ft of comfortable living. Warmth and character greet you the moment you enter, from the arched entryways to the gas fireplace anchoring the inviting living room. Laminate floors add a touch of modern durability in select spaces, while the galley kitchen keeps everyday tasks simple and efficient. A large, partially finished basement provides endless possibilities—create a workshop, bonus room, or extra storage. The covered front porch is perfect for morning coffee, and mature landscaping gives the home a tucked-away feel. Move-in ready and full of potential to make it your own.
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Listed by: Coldwell Banker Evergreen • Jordan Doughty
Bought with: eXp Realty
$399,000
515 Bates Street SE, Tumwater, WA 98501
2beds
924sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
8,280 Square Feet Lot
$401,400 Zestimate®
$432/sqft
$2,055 Estimated rent
Home value
$401,400
$373,000 - $434,000
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Gas fireplaceGalley kitchenMature landscapingPartially finished basementLaminate floorsCovered front porch
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Listed by:
Jordan Doughty,
Coldwell Banker Evergreen
Bought with:
Madilyn Helgeson, 22017086
eXp Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2391200
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 924
- Total interior livable area: 924 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 8,280 Square Feet
- Features: Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 09250036000
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Fair
- Year built: 1924
- Major remodel year: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Tumwater
- Water: Public, Company: City of Tumwater
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Tumwater
Location
- Region: Tumwater
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $432/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $383,700
- Annual tax amount: $3,821
- Date on market: 9/15/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 194 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2025 | Sold | $399,000$432/sqft |
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| 7/3/2025 | Pending sale | $399,000$432/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2391200 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,000+338.5%$432/sqft |
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| 3/26/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/21/2024 | Price change | $2,050-2.4%$2/sqft |
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| 3/5/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,100+64.7%$2/sqft |
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| 12/15/2015 | Listing removed | $1,275$1/sqft |
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| 9/21/2015 | Listed for rent | $1,275$1/sqft |
Source: The Rants Group Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/1999 | Sold | $91,000$98/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #33174114 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,821 +4.1% | $383,700 +4.7% |
| 2023 | $3,670 +5.4% | $366,400 +2.7% |
| 2022 | $3,483 -0.7% | $356,700 +19.7% |
| 2021 | $3,508 +6.6% | $297,900 +16.2% |
| 2020 | $3,292 +14.1% | $256,400 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $2,885 +7.9% | $243,700 +4.9% |
| 2018 | $2,675 +17.2% | $232,300 +21.3% |
| 2017 | $2,282 | $191,550 +9.3% |
| 2016 | $2,282 | $175,200 +4.7% |
| 2014 | $2,282 +5.5% | $167,350 |
| 2006 | $2,163 +47.3% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,469 | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 98501
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- Washington
- Thurston County
- Tumwater
- 98501
- 515 Bates Street SE
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