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Listed by: Windermere RE K-2 Realty • Lynn E. Garza

Bought with: Tamarack Home Group, LLC

$265,000

540 3rd Avenue SW, Ephrata, WA 98823

2beds

1,180sqft

Single Family Residence

Built in 1948

6,786 Square Feet Lot

$265,100 Zestimate^®

$225/sqft

$1,478 Estimated rent

Home value

$265,100

$247,000 - $284,000

$1,478/mo

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What's special

Garden spaceMature landscapingOriginal hardwood floorsBuilt-in hallway bookshelvesWood cabinetsAll major appliancesEnclosed wood shed

Charming 2-bed, 1-bath home full of character and comfort. Enjoy original hardwood floors in a spacious living/dining area, built-in hallway bookshelves, and climate control with window AC and mini splits. The kitchen includes tile floors, wood cabinets, and all major appliances. Upstairs offers a spacious bedroom with carpet, two nooks, and added storage. Outside, relax on the deck, explore garden space, and appreciate mature landscaping with full front and back fencing. Includes a 1-car garage, large 12x12 shed with a new roof, and enclosed wood shed. New sprinkler system in front yard. Private, peaceful, and ready to make your own.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 1

Bedroom

Level: Second

Bedroom

Level: Main

Bathroom full

Level: Main

Entry hall

Level: Main

Kitchen without eating space

Level: Main

Living room

Level: Main

Heating

Baseboard, Ductless, Electric

Cooling

Ductless, Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Basement: None
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,180
Total interior livable area: 1,180 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Detached Garage
Has garage: Yes
Covered spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Levels: One and One Half
Stories: 1
Entry location: Main
Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
Has view: Yes
View description: Territorial

Lot

Size: 6,786 Square Feet
Dimensions: 99' x 43' x 113' x 95'
Features: Paved, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Outbuildings, Sprinkler System
Topography: Level
Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space

Details

Parcel number: 140360000
Zoning: Residential
Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: 1 1/2 Story
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Siding
Foundation: Poured Concrete
Roof: Composition

Condition

Year built: 1948
Major remodel year: 1948

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Company: Grant County PUD
Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Ephrata
Water: Public, Company: City Of Ephrata

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Ephrata

Location

Region: Ephrata

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $225/sqft
Tax assessed value: $128,099
Annual tax amount: $193
Date on market: 7/12/2026
Cumulative days on market: 10 days
Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/18/2026	Sold	$265,000-1.9%$225/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2521577 Report a problem
5/18/2026	Pending sale	$270,000$229/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2521577 Report a problem
5/12/2026	Listed for sale	$270,000$229/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2521577 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$197 -11.2%	$34,315 0%
2023	$221 -6.2%	$34,316 -73.5%
2022	$236	$129,595 +12.7%
2021	--	$114,960 +1.5%
2020	$259	$113,250 +22.3%
2019	$259 -6.3%	$92,620 -16.5%
2018	$276 +9.1%	$110,905 +7.1%
2017	$253	$103,565 +15.5%
2016	$253 -3.2%	$89,695 +1.3%
2013	$261 -76.3%	$88,575 -3.8%
2010	$1,105 +5.6%	$92,040
2009	$1,046 +11.6%	$92,040
2007	$937	$92,040