Flanked by Naneum Creek but situated well above the flood zone or wetlands, this enchanting property evokes a timeless appeal that is rarely found. Built of super-insulated straw bale, which has stood the test of time and adds to the whimsical charm, There is craftsmanship and irresistible artistic touches throughout this home. Inside find a chef's kitchen, open floor plan, soaring ceilings, turn of the century copper soaker tub, dreamy patio space and more. Then there are all the extras: 2 tax parcels, a HUGE greenhouse, outdoor sauna, expansive, tall bay that can house a bus, literally, along side an ample shop for up to 6 cars, office space or...? Not to mention a vast studio apartment above the shop with kitchen, bath and gas fireplace.
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Listed by:
Marion Elliot,
Engel & Voelkers Mercer Island
Price cut: $45K (8/4)
$1,350,000
1581 Thomas Road, Ellensburg, WA 98926
3beds
3,536sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
7.4 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$382/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Open floor planHuge greenhouseSuper-insulated straw baleVast studio apartmentNaneum creekOutdoor saunaSoaring ceilings
- 91 days
- on Zillow |
- 923 |
- 51 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 15, 2025 at 07:42pm
Listed by:
Marion Elliot,
Engel & Voelkers Mercer Island
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 2379508

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Garage
Bonus room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Garage
Living room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Garage
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Stove/Free Standing, Wall Unit(s), Electric, Propane, Wood
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Propane, Water Heater Location: Utility Room
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Loft, Sauna
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Softwood
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,036
- Total interior livable area: 3,536 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Hot Tub/Spa, Loft, Sauna, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), River, See Remarks, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: Creek
- Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: 850
Lot
- Size: 7.4 Acres
- Features: Dead End Street, Secluded, Value In Land, Green House, Hot Tub/Spa, Outbuildings, Patio, Propane, Rooftop Deck, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level,Rolling
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: ADU Baths: 1
- Parcel number: 828534
- Zoning: AG20
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: Propane Tank, Wired for Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- See Remarks, Stucco, Wood Siding, Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PUD
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Individual Well, Company: Well
- Utilities for property: Lightcurve
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Wilson Creek
Location
- Region: Ellensburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $382/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $583,710
- Annual tax amount: $5,401
- Date on market: 5/20/2025
- Listing terms: Cash Out,Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Leased Equipment, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Road surface type: Dirt
- Cumulative days on market: 92 days
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