Spacious 3,500± sq. ft. daylight rambler on 1 acre with year-round creek frontage in the Doty area. Thoughtful updates, blending comfort, functionality, and timeless charm. Flexible living spaces include 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths on the main level, plus a fully finished daylight basement with its own entrance, additional living area, second kitchen, and expanded family room. Ideal for a variety of living arrangements, hobbies, workspace needs, or added flexibility. Features include two fireplaces, energy-efficient heat pump, newer 80-gallon hybrid hot water tank, covered patio, and a waterproof deck overlooking the creek and a garden space. A durable metal roof extends over the original structure. Conveniently located between the amenities of Chehalis and Centralia, with access west toward Raymond and the coast. Enjoy nearby outdoor recreation at Rainbow Falls State Park, the Chehalis River, and the Willapa Hills Trail with opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, and exploring the natural beauty of the area. Come experience the potential and setting this property has to offer. Conveniently located between the amenities of Chehalis and Centralia, with access west toward Raymond and the coast. Enjoy nearby outdoor recreation at Rainbow Falls State Park, the Chehalis River, and the Willapa Hills Trail with opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, and exploring the natural beauty of the area. Come experience the potential and setting this property has to offer.
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Listed by: eXp Realty
Price cut: $10K (5/20)
$550,000
451 Elk Creek, Chehalis, WA 98532
3beds
3,517sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
1.07 Acres Lot
$542,600 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Covered patioTwo fireplacesSecond kitchenExpanded family roomEnergy-efficient heat pumpDurable metal roofFlexible living spaces
- 185 days |
- 371 |
- 12 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Aleta Lewton,
eXp Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2453312
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Den office
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Fireplace Insert, Heat Pump, Wood
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Basement: Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,517
- Total interior livable area: 3,517 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Second Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace
Lot
- Size: 1.07 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 019973003000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Lewis County PUD
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: See Remarks
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Doty
Location
- Region: Chehalis
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $560,300
- Annual tax amount: $684
- Date on market: 11/30/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 177 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
$542,600
$515,000 - $570,000
$2,606/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Price change | $550,000-1.8%$156/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2453312 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $560,000$159/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2453312 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $750 -2.6% | $560,300 +3.5% |
| 2024 | $770 +0.8% | $541,300 +2% |
| 2023 | $764 +23.5% | $530,500 +60% |
| 2021 | $619 -7.3% | $331,600 +16.1% |
| 2020 | $668 | $285,700 +3.4% |
| 2019 | -- | $276,300 +30.7% |
| 2018 | $878 | $211,400 +12.1% |
| 2017 | $878 -6.9% | $188,500 |
| 2016 | $943 -38.5% | $188,500 -8.5% |
| 2015 | $1,533 +1.7% | $205,900 |
| 2013 | $1,508 | $205,900 -2.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $211,300 -2.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $217,000 |
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Neighborhood: 98532
Nearby schools
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- 6/10Pe Ell SchoolGrades: PK-12Distance: 3.8 mi
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