The Schoolmasters House. Charming Craftsman-style cottage situated on Flat 2.46 Acres, completely restored from top to bottom with high-quality materials and exceptional workmanship. This thoughtfully designed residence offers two bedrooms plus an office (or studio), three dormers, and a flexible upstairs primary or junior primary suite. The property is served by a private well and septic system. The inviting kitchen features granite countertops, new appliances, and a well-designed eat-in area ideal for everyday living. Attention to detail is evident throughout, including custom clear Hemlock panel doors, Craftsman-style solid wood painted trim, high-quality locking mortised hemlock pocket doors. Additional highlights include a lifetime metal roof, a Swiss Madison toilet in the efficiency bath, fast-charging phone outlets in the bathroom, hot and cold exterior water, a worry free fully insulated well house, and a UV water treatment system. A mini-split system with Bluetooth connectivity and integrated Bluetooth speakers in the laundry room and bathrooms add modern convenience. A two-car carport and functional storage shed complete the property. A unique offering combining quality construction, efficiency, privacy, and timeless character. Word has it this was formerly the schoolmasters house.
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Listed by: RE/MAX Parkside Affiliates
$495,000
481 Kirkland Road, Chehalis, WA 98532
3beds
1,312sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
2.5 Acres Lot
$487,700 Zestimate®
$377/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Inviting kitchenThree dormersFunctional storage shedTwo-car carportNew appliancesGranite countertopsLifetime metal roof
- 48 days |
- 1,695 |
- 97 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 05, 2026 at 03:09pm
Listed by:
Paul T. McLain,
RE/MAX Parkside Affiliates
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2472877
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless, Other – See Remarks, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl Plank
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,312
- Total interior livable area: 1,312 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Carport, RV Parking
- Carport spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 2.5 Acres
- Features: Paved, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 018106003002
- Zoning: RDD-5
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal,Torch Down
Condition
- Restored
- Year built: 1945
- Major remodel year: 2020
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: LCPUD
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Individual Well, Company: well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Chehalis
Location
- Region: Chehalis
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $377/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $259,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,389
- Date on market: 2/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 34 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Estimated market value
$487,700
$463,000 - $512,000
$2,315/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $495,000+74.9%$377/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2472877 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2025 | Sold | $283,000-2.4%$216/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2317341 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2024 | Pending sale | $289,900$221/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2317341 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $289,900$221/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2317341 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,381 +9.3% | $259,400 +2.4% |
| 2023 | $2,179 +31.3% | $253,300 +49.8% |
| 2021 | $1,659 +5.5% | $169,100 +15.9% |
| 2020 | $1,573 +3.3% | $145,900 +11.1% |
| 2019 | $1,523 +12281.6% | $131,300 +16.2% |
| 2018 | $12 | $113,000 +7.3% |
| 2017 | $12 -98.9% | $105,300 +9.8% |
| 2016 | $1,150 +4.5% | $95,900 +4.5% |
| 2015 | $1,101 +18.1% | $91,800 +0.3% |
| 2013 | $932 | $91,500 -3.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $94,700 -17% |
| 2010 | -- | $114,100 |
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Est. payment
$2,661/mo
Principal & interest
$2397
Property taxes
$264
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Neighborhood: 98532
Nearby schools
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- 3/10Orin C Smith Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 4.4 mi
- 6/10Chehalis Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.6 mi
- 8/10W F West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.1 mi
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