Rockhood
$879,000List price
3 bed · 1 bath · 1,224 sq ft
Active

8038 61st Avenue NE · Olympia, WA 98516

Source: NWMLS · AgencyOne · Jesse Nelson #NWM2463258

About this home

Enjoy Pacific Northwest waterfront living from this charming bungalow, perched high above the shoreline to capture breathtaking panoramic views. From the living room or covered deck, take in the Olympic Mountains, Nisqually Reach, Key Peninsula, Anderson Island, and McNeil Island. Watch for whales passing through the water below, and end the day with unforgettable sunsets over the water. A private staircase leads down to the beach, and a sturdy cement bulkhead lines the shore. The property includes ownership of the tidelands, with beach rights that may be leased for additional income. Set in a peaceful, secluded location, this is a special place to relax, entertain, and enjoy the water at your doorstep. Inside, exposed beams and a wood-burning fireplace add warmth and character to the cozy living room. Meticulously cared for and thoughtfully updated, the bungalow is well suited for full-time living, a weekend escape, or a beach retreat. Features include a private well, pressurized septic system, and low-maintenance grounds. Ample guest and RV parking, plus space a GeoDome, and additional property behind and above the home may offer a potential building site with its own sweeping waterfront views. Imagine building a dream home there while keeping the existing bungalow as a beach house or guest retreat. Exceptional views, sunsets, whale watching, private beach access, and potential tideland lease income make this a rare waterfront opportunity.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cabin
Stories
1 story
Condition
Good
Year built
1946 (renovated 1985)
Lot size
32,234 sq ft (0.74 acres)
County
Thurston
MLS #
NWM2463258

Interior

Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Flooring
Laminate
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer
Fireplace
1 · Electric, Wood Burning
Interior features
Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Water Heater
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded
Topography
Level,Partial Slope,Steep Slope,Terraces
View
Bay, Canal, Mountains, See Remarks, Sound, Territorial
Waterfront
Yes

Parking

Parking features
None, RV Parking

Utilities

Water
Individual Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Power
Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision
Johnson Point
Property tax
$6,416 (2025)

Transaction

Original list price
$950,000 (7.5% price cut)
Listed on
Dec 22, 2025
Days active
324
Price per sq ft
$718
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, State Bond, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2022-08-15
Sold$735,000

Schools

School district: North Thurston

High
North Thurston High School
SchoolDigger 3 stars · Top 30% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: AgencyOne

Listing agent: Jesse Nelson.

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Data last updated 2026-11-08.