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Property Description
Welcome to this well-maintained, move-in ready 3-bedroom home! Step inside to a spacious living room featuring a cozy fireplace and a charming custom made window seat-the perfect spot to relax with a book or enjoy your morning coffee. The updated kitchen offers quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, new range hood and plenty of workspace for everyday living and entertaining. Fresh interior paint throughout gives the home a bright, refreshed feel. Major systems have already been updated, with both the gas furnace and hot water tank just 5 years old. All three bedrooms are generously sized, including the primary suite with its own convenient ¾ bath. The main full bathroom features a jetted soaking tub with 10 jets, ideal for unwinding after a long day. A finished flex space provides valuable extra room and can easily serve as a home office, den, hobby room, fitness area, or whatever best suits your needs. Situated on a corner lot in a cul-de-sac, this property offers added privacy and a fully fenced backyard complete with a 14x14 Trex deck for outdoor entertaining, play, or gardening. Conveniently located near I-5, JBLM, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this home combines comfort, functionality, and an excellent location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 501 Penguin Ct SE
General
- Sold For: $457,000
- Taxes: $4,373 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2540771
- Added to Site: 69 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Water Heater
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - 3/4 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main: 3
Additional Information
- Amenities: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet
- Security/Safety: Fully Fenced
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Uncovered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
Location
- Area: 451 - Hawks Prairie
- County: Thurston
- Subdivision: Tanglewilde
- Driving Directions: From I-5 N, take Martin Way Exit, right on Ranger DR SE, Left on Husky Way SE to Penguin Ct SE, home on right.
- Direction Faces: East
School Information
- High School District: North Thurston
- Elementary School: Lydia Hawk Elem
- Middle School: Nisqually Mid
- High School: River Ridge High
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Wood
- Basement Desc.: None
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 1,416
- Finished Total: 1,416 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1975
- Property Condition: Good
Lot Features
- Property View: Territorial
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2161
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,414
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Dimensions: 41 x 125 x 54 x 69 x 119
- Topography: Level, Partial Slope
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,373
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 79000004300
Listed by Nichole Gottbreht | RE/MAX Parkside Affiliates | (360) 754-7090
Sold by Justin Koehn | Abbey Realty Inc
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Schools
Schools serving 501 Penguin Ct SE
School District:North Thurston Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lydia Hawk Elementary School 7600 5th Avenue Southeast, Lacey, WA 98503 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Nisqually Middle School 8100 Steilacoom Road Southeast, Lacey, WA 98503 | 6-8 | 0.3 mi |
River Ridge High School 350 River Ridge Drive Southeast, Lacey, WA 98513 | 9-12 | 1.2 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 501 Penguin Ct SE
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/29/2026
Sold
$457,000
6.78%
MLS
6/16/2026
Listed
$428,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
501 Penguin Court SE, Lacey, WA 98503 (MLS# 2540771) is a Single Family property that was sold at $457,000 on July 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 501 Penguin Court SE? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lacey? You can browse all Lacey real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

