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Property Description
Turnkey equestrian retreat in Cle Elum's coveted Nelson Siding on five fully fenced and cross-fenced acres with rare 1887 senior adjudicated water rights and year-round stockwater. Horse-ready with a 20x10 horse shelter and hay storage, arena area, irrigation pond, and Big Creek irrigation supporting property water use. Fenced garden with raised garden beds and a large apple orchard enhance the self-sufficient country lifestyle. The 2,437 SF 1.5-story home offers 4 bedrooms and 3 baths with vaulted ceilings, skylights, hardwood and luxury vinyl plank floors, double-pane windows, ceiling fans, and a gas fireplace. Main-floor primary suite with private bath. Bright, sun-filled living spaces showcase mountain, pond, and territorial views from the east-facing covered porch and patio. Attached 1-bedroom ADU with 3/4 bath, full kitchen, and washer/dryer hookup provides ideal guest quarters, rental income, or home office flexibility. Energy-efficient features include solar panels, heat pump with central A/C, propane, and 2 EV charging stations for year-round efficiency. Gated entry, RV parking, storage shed, and attached 2-car garage. No HOA. Private rural setting just 15 minutes to the WA State Horse Park, near the Palouse to Cascades Trail, Yakima River, Sun Country Golf Course, I-90, Suncadia, and downtown Cle Elum, with convenient access to the Seattle/Bellevue metro and year-round recreation.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 171 Richards Rd
General
- Sold For: $815,000
- Taxes: $5,139 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2525511
- Added to Site: 54 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Second Kitchen, Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 3
- Main - 3/4 Baths: 2
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Main: 2
Additional Information
- Amenities: Arena-Outdoor, Electric Car Charging, Fenced-Fully, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Irrigation, Outbuildings, Outdoor Fireplace, Propane, RV Parking, Stable
- Security/Safety: Fully Fenced, Security Gate
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking
Location
- Area: 948 - Upper Kittitas County
- County: Kittitas
- Subdivision: Nelson Siding
- Driving Directions: From I-90 take exit 74 (Nelson Siding), Head south on Golf Course Rd, go over RR tracks, turn onto Nelson Siding Road approx. 2 miles and turn on to Richard Rd. Home is on the left
- Direction Faces: East
School Information
- High School District: Cle Elum-Roslyn
- Elementary School: Cle Elum Roslyn Elem
- Middle School: Walter Strom Jnr
- High School: Cle Elum Roslyn High
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Water Heater: Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Individual Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Stone, Wood
- Basement Desc.: None
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 2,437
- Finished Total: 2,437 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2000
- Property Condition: Very Good
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountains, Territorial
- Lot Size (Acres): 5
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 217,800
- Lot Size Source: Realist
- Topography: Equestrian, Level
- Lot Features: Dead End Street, Open Space
- Trees/Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture
Green Features
- Energy Generation: Solar
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,139
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s)
- Property ID: 251436
Listed by Robert T. Marentette | Beyond Real Estate | (360) 791-3785
Sold by Kerry Jo Horn | Epique Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 171 Richards Rd
School District:Cle Elum-Roslyn School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary School 2696 Washington 903, Cle Elum, WA 98922 | PK-5 | 5.8 mi |
Walter Strom Middle School 2694 Sr 903, Cle Elum, WA 98922 | 6-8 | 5.9 mi |
Cle Elum Roslyn High School 2692 Sr 903, Cle Elum, WA 98922 | 9-12 | 5.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 171 Richards Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/17/2026
Sold
$815,000
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MLS
5/19/2026
Listed
$815,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
171 Richards Road, Cle Elum, WA 98922 (MLS# 2525511) is a Single Family property that was sold at $815,000 on June 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 171 Richards Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Cle Elum? You can browse all Cle Elum real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

