Listed by Eric Bricker • Reward Intl Real Estate. Bought with Reward Intl Real Estate.
Off Market Jul 2000 for $200K
$689,061
4
bd
•
3 ba
•
2,940
sq ft
20648 Backman Rd, Rochester, WA 98579
About this home
HORSE READY FARM WITH A FANTASTIC VIEW OF THE INDEPENDENCE VALLEY ROLLING PASTURE,SOME TIMBER,GREAT BARN WITH STALLS,POWER & WATER. HUGE HOME WITH LOTS OF BRICK & STONE AROUND 2 FIREPLACES, HARD- WOODS, DECK OFF MASTER & LIVINGROOM.ACCESS FROM 2 COUNTY ROADS, PRIVATE SETTING.JUST MINUTES TO TOWN,LEAVE MESSEAGE TO SHOW.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.41 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
2,944
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Thurston County
APN
14514240400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
RRR1/5
Rural Residential/Resource One Dwelling Unit Per Five Acre District
The purpose of this chapter is to encourage residential development that maintains the county's rural character; provides opportunities for compatible agricultural, forestry and other rural land uses; is sensitive to the site's physical characteristics; provides greater opportunities for protecting sensitive environmental areas and creating open space corridors; enables efficient road and utility systems; and does not create demands for urban level services.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Main: 2
# of Beds Lower: 2
Bedrooms Possible: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 2
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Main): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Lower): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Lower
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Lower
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Lower
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Lower
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Lower
Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower
Room 13 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main
Room 14 Information
Room Type: Extra Fin Rm
Room Level: Lower
Room 15 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 16 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
# of Fireplaces Main: 1
# of Fireplaces Lower: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Skylight(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Range/Oven
Exterior
Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Cedar Shake
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood, Wood Products
Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,940
Style Code: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Good
Has View
Land Information
Vegetation: Pasture
Lot Information
Site Features: Arena-Outdoor,Barn,Deck,Fenced-Fully,Outbuildings,Patio,Shop,Stable
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 13.89
Lot Size Dimensions: IRREG
Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,626
Tax Year: 99
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Water Company: PRIVATE WELL
Power Company: PUGET
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: SEPTIC
Utilities: Septic System, Electric, Individual Well
Water Heater Location: ELEC
Water Heater Type: ELEC
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
School Information
High School District: Rochester
Location Information
Directions: I-5 EXIT 88, L AT LIGHT IN ROCHESTER, R ON 185TH BY SWEDE HALL, OUT INDEPENDENCE 2-3 MI TO VANDYKE TO BACKMAN.
Topography: Equestrian,PartialSlope,Rolling
Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,944
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: 1991
County: Thurston County
APN: 14514240400
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Monday, January 10, 2000
Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric
Home Information
Living Area: 2,940
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2940
MLS Square Footage Source: ASSESSOR
Building Area Total: 2940
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Grand Mound Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 5.1mi
5/10
Rochester Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
7/10
Rochester High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.3mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Rochester, WA • 98579
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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.
8.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$655,000 – $793,000
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