Opportunity knocks! Step back in time and discover the charm of this classic homestead nestled in the peaceful Rochester countryside. Own 5 acres of beautiful, mostly fenced land with pasture, just minutes from I-5 Exit 95 and Rochester proper. The good, level land is ideal for raising livestock, farming, or growing your own vegetables. A true diamond in the rough opportunity. 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, 1,952 square foot farmhouse. Property is on septic with a private well. Large detached shop/garage and barn are perfect for storage, cars and animals. Property is flat and very usable. Lot of parking potential and you can easily access entire property. Unique property offers rural tranquility & convenient access to major routes—perfect for those seeking a harmonious blend of country charm and accessibility. Estate sale will need a cash a buyer.
Pending feasibility
Listed by: eXp Realty
$350,000
8638 178th Avenue SW, Rochester, WA 98579
3beds
1,952sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$179/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Lot of parking potential
- 15 days |
- 326 |
- 28 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: May 30
Listed by:
Rebecca Elliott Googins,
eXp Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2530870
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bonus room
- Description: Cellar
- Level: Lower
Den office
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Baseboard, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- None
Features
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,952
- Total interior livable area: 1,952 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Barn, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Patio, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space, Pasture
Details
- Parcel number: 36700003100
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 1/2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Fixer
- Year built: 1915
- Major remodel year: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Individual Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Rochester
Location
- Region: Rochester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $179/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $386,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,755
- Offers reviewed: 05/30/2026
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 16 days
Foreclosure details
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,456/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2026 | Pending sale | $350,000$179/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2530870 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $350,000$179/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #2530870 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,692 +16.1% | $386,400 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $1,457 +36.5% | $355,200 +9.4% |
| 2022 | $1,068 -30% | $324,600 +5.6% |
| 2021 | $1,526 +48% | $307,400 +36.7% |
| 2020 | $1,031 -7% | $224,900 +3.4% |
| 2019 | $1,109 -12.4% | $217,500 +0.9% |
| 2018 | $1,266 +15.2% | $215,500 +25.3% |
| 2017 | $1,099 | $172,000 +3.6% |
| 2016 | $1,099 | $166,100 +8.5% |
| 2014 | $1,099 | $153,050 +3.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $148,050 |
| 2012 | $1,189 | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $2,761 | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | $2,418 -18.1% | -- |
| 2006 | $2,950 +86.6% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,582 | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | $1,541 +13.3% | $95,400 |
| 2000 | $1,360 | $95,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 98579
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Grand Mound Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 2.6 mi
- 7/10Rochester Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10Rochester High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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- Washington
- Thurston County
- Rochester
- 98579
- 8638 178th Avenue SW
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