Charming & beautifully maintained, this 1949 classic sits on a private shy 1/3-acre corner lot in the desirable Carlyon neighborhood. With 2,444 sq. ft., 3 BRs & 2.25 baths, it blends timeless character & classic appeal. Light-filled LR showcases handcrafted sweet gum HW floors, mahogany bookcase, FP & expansive picture windows. Sizeable DR is perfect for entertaining. Spacious FR offers another FP, built-ins & serene backyard views. Sunny eat-in kitchen features bay window, updated lighting & great storage. Roomy Primary BR boasts an updated bath, fresh paint & new carpet. Partially finished additional 586 sq.ft. in the basement. Fenced & gated backyard, gorgeous mature landscaping, covered patio & RV parking complete this inviting home.
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Listed by:
Karen Thurston,
Virgil Adams Real Estate, Inc.
Price cut: $15.1K (7/17)
$659,900
505 Vista Avenue SE, Olympia, WA 98501
3beds
3,030sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
0.32 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Covered patioRv parkingFenced and gated backyardSunny eat-in kitchenSerene backyard viewsUpdated bathUpdated lighting
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 06, 2025 at 08:58am
Listed by:
Karen Thurston,
Virgil Adams Real Estate, Inc.
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 2383121

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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: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Other – See Remarks, Radiant, Wall Unit(s), Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 2, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,030
- Total interior livable area: 3,030 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached Carport, Driveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking, Sprinkler System
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 38860500300
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Sewer Connected, Company: City of Olympia
- Water: Public, Company: City of Tumwater
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Carlyon
Location
- Region: Olympia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $218/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $640,400
- Annual tax amount: $6,710
- Date on market: 6/7/2025
- Listing terms: Cash Out,Conventional,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Cumulative days on market: 66 days
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