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Property Description
Escape to this exceptional, fully permitted off-grid retreat surrounded by giant madrona, oak, fir, maple and hazelnut trees. The heart of the home features an inviting living space with vaulted ceilings, bright skylights, and a striking round stone hearth to keep you cozy during cooler months. Upstairs, two charming bedrooms flank a full bathroom with a soaking tub, connected by an open balcony hallway lined with ample closet space. The main floor offers flexible living with a living room, a utility bathroom, and an adjacent room perfect for a home office or a third bedroom. Engineered for complete independence, the property features a private well, septic system, and a meticulously maintained, fully owned infrastructure including a solar system, propane tanks, a generator, and a brand-new on-demand water heater. The 800-square-foot dry basement houses the water filtration and power conversion systems, leaving abundant space for storage or future finishing. Outside, the 7+ acre property guarantees ultimate privacy, serene wetlands offer year-round bird watching. Set back from a quiet gravel road, the acreage includes an overgrown fenced garden with a chicken coop on one side of the driveway and an orchard on the other. Relax on the deck, gaze at the southern sky, and bring your dreams to life in this unique, self-sustaining paradise.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for MLS# 2538952
General
- Sold For: $425,000
- Taxes: $705 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2538952
- Added to Site: 121 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wired for Generator
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 3/4 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
Additional Information
- Amenities: Gated Entry, Outbuildings, Propane
- Security/Safety: Security Gate
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- Area: 453 - Yelm/Rainier
- County: Thurston
- Subdivision: Bald Hills
- Driving Directions: GPS works, from Yelm head South on Bald Hills Rd. 4 miles to 4 way stop go Left to continue on Bald Hills Rd. 4 miles, Left onto paved Elbow Lake Rd, continue onto gravel rd, 2nd drive on Right.
School Information
- High School District: Yelm
- Elementary School: Lackamas Elem
- Middle School: Ridgeline Mid
- High School: Yelm High12
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: High Efficiency (Unspecified), Stove/Free Standing
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Individual Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Wood
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 2,030
- Finished Total: 1,230 Sq. Ft.
- Unfinished Total: 800 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1993
Lot Features
- Property View: Pond, Territorial
- Lot Size (Acres): 7.05
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 307,098
- Lot Size Source: Thurston County Auditor
- Topography: Level, Partial Slope, Sloped
- Lot Features: Dirt Road, Open Space, Secluded
- Trees/Vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
Green Features
- Energy Generation: Solar
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $705.41
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 23630340900
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Schools
Schools serving MLS# 2538952
School District:Yelm Community Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lackamas Elementary School 16240 Bald Hill Road Southeast, Yelm, WA 98597 | K-5 | 1.2 mi |
Ridgeline Middle School 10605 Carter Street Southeast, Yelm, WA 98597 | 6-8 | 9.6 mi |
Yelm High School 12 1315 West Yelm Avenue, Yelm, WA 98597 | 9-12 | 10.7 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 MLS# 2538952
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/23/2026
Sold
$425,000
—
MLS
8/19/2026
Price Reduced
$425,000
-5.56%
MLS
6/11/2026
Listed
$450,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
MLS# 2538952, Yelm, WA 98597 (MLS# 2538952) is a Single Family property that was sold at $425,000 on September 23, 2026. This property was sold by Christopher Devoe from our Kent Station Office.Want to learn more about MLS# 2538952? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Yelm? You can browse all Yelm real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


