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8740 Rathbun Rd SE, Yelm, WA 98597
About this home
Close to town, lovely almost 5acre setting w/pasture, barn, garden area, completely remodeled rambler that will give u the sense of Welcome home upon entering. Great rm, open space for large gatherings, new floors, paint, roof, cabinets, tile, bathrms, doors, counters fixtures & more. 12ft, center island in the kitchen is the perfect place for preparing food, social spot & certainly the focal point of the home. Bring your critters, fenced, 4 stall barn, Fireplace w/brick hearth, outdoor covered seating areas, 3 car carport, 2 car attached garage & an additional shop, hobby rm, game rm. This property will capture your heart & one that you would be proud to call home. Easy commute to JBLM, I-5 & shopping is located on the west end of town

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Market trends in 98597, WA
Last updated October 2026
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Seller's market
- NEW$599,9754 beds2.5 baths2,549 sq ft15355 92nd Ave SE, Yelm, WA 98597Jahleel Vester • Pure Real Estate
- VIDEO TOUR$299,0002 beds1 bath864 sq ft904 Crystal Spgs NW, Yelm, WA 98597Kari Montgomery • Keller Williams Realty
- 3D WALKTHROUGH$449,9503 beds2 baths1,498 sq ft18315 Avonwood Ct SE, Yelm, WA 98597Rick Simpson • John L. Scott/Yelm
- $339,9503 beds2 baths1,782 sq ft8611 Sequoia Ct SE, Yelm, WA 98597Quincy Qualls • John L. Scott Lacey
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- VIDEO TOUR
- $699,9503 beds2 baths2,307 sq ft16240 Ordway Dr SE, Yelm, WA 98597Brad Harper • CENTURY 21 North Homes Realty
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Sale history for 8740 Rathbun Rd SE
$364/sq ft
$364/sq ft
$387/sq ft
$393/sq ft
$399/sq ft
$403/sq ft
$406/sq ft
$409/sq ft
$424/sq ft
$424/sq ft
$439/sq ft
$439/sq ft
$224/sq ft
$242/sq ft
$82/sq ft
Tax history for 8740 Rathbun Rd SE
*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
UR 1/5
Urban Reserve-One Dwelling Unit Per Five Acre District
The purposes of this chapter are to: Provide for low density residential uses, agriculture, forestry, conservation and associated uses in areas contiguous to urban growth areas, cities and towns that appear to be capable of eventually supporting urban density development; and Provide for development in a configuration that enables efficient redevelopment at urban densities upon inclusion in an urban growth area and provision of urban utilities and services.Include but are not limited to:
- Agriculture
- Housing-Single unit
- Recreation
Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- Covered Spaces: 5
- Parking Features: RV Parking, Detached Carport, Attached Garage
- Garage Spaces: 5
- Has Carport
- Has Attached Garage
- Has Garage
Interior
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 3
- # of Bedrooms Main: 3
- Bedrooms Possible: 3
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Baths (Total): 2
- # of Full Baths (Main): 2
- Room 1 Information
- Room Type: Bathroom Full
- Room Level: Main
- Room 2 Information
- Room Type: Bathroom Full
- Room Level: Main
- Room 3 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room 4 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room 5 Information
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 6 Information
- Room Type: Great Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 7 Information
- Room Type: Entry Hall
- Room Level: Main
- Room 8 Information
- Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
- Room Level: Main
- Room 9 Information
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 10 Information
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room 11 Information
- Room Type: Utility Room
- Room Level: Main
- Basement Information
- Basement Features: None
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
- # of Fireplaces Main: 1
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Heating
- Has Cooling
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Heat Pump, Laminate, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Flooring: Laminate
- Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Refrigerator,StoveRange
Exterior
- Building Information
- Building Information: Built On Lot
- Roof: Composition
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Brick, Wood
- Property Information
- Energy Source: Electric
- Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,650
- Style Code: 10 - 1 Story
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Condition: Very Good
- Has View
- Land Information
- Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
- Lot Information
- MLS Lot Size Source: TAX ASSESSOR
- Site Features: Barn,Deck,Fenced-Fully,Gas Available,Gated Entry,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking,Stable
- Zoning Jurisdiction: County
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Dead End Street, Dirt Road, Paved
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Lot Size Acres: 4.69
- Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $4,430
- Tax Year: 2022
- Financial Information
- Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, VA Loan
- Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Individual Well
- Water Company: WELL
- Power Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Sewer Company: SEPTIC
- Utilities: High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Septic System, Electric, Individual Well
- Water Heater Location: Garage
- Water Heater Type: Electric
Location
- Multi-Unit Information
- Furnished: Unfurnished
- School Information
- Elementary School: Southworth Elem
- Middle Or Junior High School: Yelm Mid
- High School: Yelm High12
- High School District: Yelm
- Location Information
- Directions: Yelm Hwy SE/WA-510. 93rd Ave SE. Right on Rathbun Rd SE. Property on Right.
- Topography: Equestrian,PartialSlope
- Community Information
- Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 1.5
- Sq. Ft.: 1,610
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 4.69 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1974
- Year Renovated: 1991
- County: Thurston County
- APN: 21714230101
Other
- Listing Information
- Mls Status: Sold
- Listing Date Information
- On Market Date: Monday, May 23, 2022
- Green Information
- Power Production Type: Electric
- Home Information
- Living Area: 1,650
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Calculated Square Footage: 1650
- MLS Square Footage Source: SELLER
- Building Area Total: 1650
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
- Year Built Effective: 1991
- Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
- Structure Type: House
- Levels: One
- Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 87° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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