This home's estimate is 87.9% higher than the average sale price ($507K) of 6 comparable homes.
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12231 Independence Rd, Rochester, WA 98579
About this home
Great mini farm! Field is currently in alfalfa. Charming farmhouse with all new vinyl windows and updated kitchen. Huge 2nd story, deck and peaceful patio off back door. Buildings include: 44'x 48' hay storage/feeder barn, 40'x 76' barn, 17'x 36' milk parlor, 24'x 22' Dbl car garage and 16'x 38 workshop. Pump house wired for back up generator. 3 wells on property: includes 65 GPM & 100 GPM. Brick fireplace in living room, propane free standing stove.

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- NEW 19 HRS AGO$699,0003 beds3 baths2,944 sq ft20648 Backman Rd SW, Rochester, WA 98579John Mize • CENTURY 21 Real Estate Center
- $335,0003 beds2 baths1,440 sq ft18005 Robinson Ln SW, Rochester, WA 98579Cherie McNeal • Coldwell Banker Evergreen
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- $555,0003 beds3 baths2,848 sq ft17642 Irwin St SW, Rochester, WA 98579Candace Kroll • Northfork Realty
- VIDEO TOUR$1,495,0005 beds4.5 baths5,165 sq ft12832 Hunter Rd SW, Rochester, WA 98579Courtney Drennon • Morrison House Sotheby's Intl
- VIDEO TOUR$849,9003 beds2.5 baths3,809 sq ft19838 Bear View Ln SW, Rochester, WA 98579Anya Myer • RE/MAX Parkside Affiliates
- $559,0003 beds2 baths2,156 sq ft9237 Applegate Loop SW, Rochester, WA 98579Alexis Martz • TRELORA Realty, Inc.
- OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 3PM$997,6003 beds2 baths1,972 sq ft18647 Joselyn St SW, Rochester, WA 98579Corina Watt • Northfork Realty
- $418,0003 beds2 baths1,820 sq ft9418 180th Way SW, Rochester, WA 98579Amy Roswall • Skyline Properties, Inc.
- $425,0003 beds2 baths1,400 sq ft8411 SW 173rd Ave, Rochester, WA 98579Matt Matayoshi • Keller Williams South Sound
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Sale history for 12231 Independence Rd
$148/sq ft
$153/sq ft
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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- Covered Spaces: 20
- Parking Features: RV Parking
- Garage Spaces: 20
- Has Garage
Interior
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 3
- # of Beds Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Possible: 3
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Baths (Total): 1
- # of Full Baths (Main): 1
- Room 1 Information
- Room Type: Den/Office
- Room Level: Main
- Room 2 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Upper
- Room 3 Information
- Room Type: Entry Hall
- Room Level: Main
- Room 4 Information
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 5 Information
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Upper
- Room 6 Information
- Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
- Room Level: Main
- Room 7 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Upper
- Room 8 Information
- Room Type: Utility Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 9 Information
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Main
- Basement Information
- Basement Features: None
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 1
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Heating
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Wall to Wall Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
- Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Range/Oven
Exterior
- Building Information
- Building Information: Built On Lot
- Roof: Composition
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl
- Waterfront Information
- On Waterfront
- Waterfront Features: River Access
- Property Information
- Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,956
- Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Condition: Very Good
- Has View
- Land Information
- Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture
- Lot Information
- Site Features: Barn,Outbuildings,Propane,RV Parking,Shop
- Lot Features: Paved
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Lot Size Acres: 34.9999
- Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $1,928
- Tax Year: 2003
- Financial Information
- Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional
- Buyer Financing: Not Disclosed
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Individual Well
- Water Company: Private well/see remarks
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Sewer Company: Septic
- Utilities: Septic System, Electric, See Remarks, Individual Well
- Water Heater Location: Propane
- Water Heater Type: Propane
Location
- Multi-Unit Information
- Furnished: Unfurnished
- HOA Information
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- School Information
- High School District: Rochester
- Location Information
- Bus Line Nearby: false
- Directions: I-5 to Exit 88, west on Hwy 12 towards Rochester, left on Albany, right on James Rd, right onto Independence Rd to address
- Topography: Level
- Community Information
- Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
- Beds: —
- Baths: —
- Sq. Ft.: —
- Stories: —
- Lot Size: —
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: —
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Thurston County
- APN: 14511110200
Other
- Listing Information
- Mls Status: Sold
- Listing Date Information
- On Market Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2003
- Green Information
- Power Production Type: Electric, See Remarks
- Home Information
- Living Area: 1,956
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Calculated Square Footage: 1956
- MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
- Building Area Total: 1956
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Foundation Details: Block
- Structure Type: House
- Levels: Two
- Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 4.6mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 88° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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