Listed by Robert Marentette • Beyond Real Estate. Bought with Epique Realty.
Sold on Jun 2026
$815,000
4
bd
•
3.5 ba
•
2,437
sq ft
171 Richards Rd, Cle Elum, WA 98922
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About this home
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.
Est. $2,527 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 171 Richards Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Jun 17, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2525511
$815,000
$334/sq ft
May 23, 2026
Pending
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2525511
—
May 19, 2026
Listed (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2525511
$815,000
$334/sq ft
Apr 30, 2015
Sold (MLS) (Sold)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #734985
$350,000
$144/sq ft
Apr 7, 2015
Pending
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #734985
—
Mar 10, 2015
Pending (Pending Inspection)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #734985
—
Mar 9, 2015
Relisted (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #734985
—
Mar 3, 2015
Pending (Pending Inspection)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #734985
—
Feb 23, 2015
Price Changed
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #734985
$359,500
$148/sq ft
Jan 23, 2015
Listed (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #734985
$369,500
$152/sq ft
Apr 1, 1998
Sold
Public Records
$60,000
$25/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,139 (+7.4%)
$240,000 + $575,160
$815,160
2025
$4,786 (+2.3%)
$190,000 + $580,880
$770,880
2024
$4,679 (+1.6%)
$210,000 + $595,690
$805,690
2023
$4,604 (+10.8%)
$180,000 + $529,080
$709,080
2022
$4,155
$105,000 + $443,740
$548,740
2021
$4,151 (+10.4%)
$90,000 + $418,830
$508,830
2020
$3,759 (+22.3%)
$70,000 + $334,290
$404,290
2019
$3,074 (+3.1%)
$70,000 + $267,430
$337,430
2018
$2,982 (+10.4%)
$70,000 + $267,430
$337,430
2017
$2,702 (−0.3%)
$70,000 + $267,430
$337,430
2016
$2,709 (−3.0%)
$70,000 + $267,430
$337,430
2015
$2,794 (−3.5%)
$70,000 + $267,430
$337,430
2014
$2,894 (−7.0%)
$80,000 + $258,040
$338,040
2013
$3,112 (+18.8%)
$80,000 + $258,040
$338,040
2012
$2,620
$150,000 + $251,550
$401,550
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,909
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kittitas County
APN
251436
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 6, 2026.
Jun 29, 2021 • Final
Solar
Electrical
Solar
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Energy Source: Electric,Propane,Solar (Unspecified)
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,437
Style Code: 11 - 1 1/2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good
Has View
Land Information
Irrigation Comments: Big Creek
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture
Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Realist
Site Features: Arena-Outdoor,Electric Car Charging,Fenced-Fully,Gated Entry,High Speed Internet,Irrigation,Outbuildings,Outdoor Fireplace,Propane,RV Parking,Stable
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Dead End Street, Open Space
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 5
Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,139
Tax Year: 2026
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Heater Location: Garage
Water Heater Type: Propane
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Cle Elum Roslyn Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Walter Strom Jnr
High School: Cle Elum Roslyn High
High School District: Cle Elum-Roslyn
Location Information
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
Topography: Equestrian,Level
Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,909
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: —
County: Kittitas County
APN: 251436
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Buyer Brokerage Compensation: 2%
Buyer Brokerage Compensation Type: %
Mls Status: Sold
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Green Information
Direction Faces: East
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, Solar (Unspecified)
Home Information
Living Area: 2,437
Calculated Square Footage: 2437
MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
Building Area Total: 2437
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Year Built Effective: 2000
Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
Structure Type: House
Levels: One and One Half
Security Features: Fully Fenced, Security Gate
Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.9mi
8/10
Walter Strom Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.9mi
7/10
Cle Elum Roslyn High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
10 days above 88° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
20 unhealthy days expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cle Elum, WA • 98922
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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76
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37
44
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38
30
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
4.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$864,000 – $1.05M
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