Rockhood
$499,500List price
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,816 sq ft
Active

1949 51st Avenue SE · Olympia, WA 98501

Source: NWMLS · Coldwell Banker Evergreen · Bob Jorgenson #NWM2585908

About this home

Quality-built Ron Ash home on a premium lot in desirable South Olympia. A dramatic entry welcomes you with vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and beautiful wood-wrapped windows. The spacious kitchen offers generous counter space, a breakfast bar, and stunning views of the backyard, flowing seamlessly into the inviting family room—perfect for entertaining. Enjoy the warmth of the gas fireplace and a massive wall of windows and slider opening to a large deck with an adjustable cover. The park-like backyard is a true retreat, featuring a firepit surrounded by a canopy of mature trees, plus a garden shed for added storage. The spacious primary suite boasts vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and a private bath with both a shower and soaking tub. Additional bedrooms are generously sized, and the convenient laundry room includes a utility sink. Tucked away on a dead-end street and conveniently located near the Yelm Highway Dog Park, Ward Lake, Olympia High School, and downtown Olympia, this home offers privacy on a .3 acre lot, comfort, and easy access to the best of South Olympia. A special property in a great location—don’t miss it!

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Contemporary
Stories
1 story
Condition
Fair
Year built
1991 (renovated 1994)
Lot size
14,188 sq ft (0.33 acres)
County
Thurston
MLS #
NWM2585908

Interior

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances
Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s)
Interior features
Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Cul-De-Sac
Topography
Level,Partial Slope
View
Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
4
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Attached Garage

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Septic Tank
Power
Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision
Ward Lake
Property tax
$5,042 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Sep 22, 2026
Days on market
1
Price per sq ft
$275
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2026-09-22
Active$499,500

Schools

School district: Olympia

Elementary
Centennial Elem
Middle
Wash Mid
High
Olympia High School
SchoolDigger 5 stars · Top 7% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Coldwell Banker Evergreen

Listing agent: Bob Jorgenson.

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Data last updated 2026-09-23.