225 17th Avenue SE Olympia, WA 98501
Listing Courtesy of: MLS LogoNorthwest MLS as distributed by MLS GRID / Listed By: Shelley Jones, Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate Northwest Home Team / Carrie Hammond

  225 17th Avenue SE Olympia, WA 98501

Active (14 Days)
$699,000 (USD)
5
BED
4
BATH
3,132
SQFT

Description

Classic Craftsman charm meets everyday liability in Olympia’s sought-after Capitol Campus neighborhood. Filled with natural light and offering an incredible amount of space, this vintage home welcomes you with generously sized rooms and a layout that flows comfortably for both daily living and gathering.The kitchen connects beautifully to a dedicated dining room and an additional cozy gathering area, creating the kind of spaces where people naturally come together. Just off the main living room, a flexible office space offers the perfect spot for working from home or a quiet retreat.This two-story home with a finished attic and unfinished basement provides exceptional versatility. The attic expands your living space with two additional rooms and a half bath, ideal for a home office, creative studio, or hobby area while the basement offers excellent storage and functionality.Step outside to a private backyard surrounded by established landscaping, complete with a covered patio for year-round enjoyment and a charming chicken coop for those dreaming of a bit of urban homesteading.With solar panels helping offset heating costs and a 50-year roof with transferable manufacturer warranty installed 2014, this home blends character with long-term value.All just moments from downtown Olympia, the Capitol Campus, parks, and local favorites offering a rare opportunity to enjoy space, charm, and location in one of the area’s most desirable neighborhoods.

MLS #:
2517592
Taxes
$6,571(2026)
Lot Size
5,700 SQFT
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1910
Style
2 Stories W/Bsmnt
School District
Olympia
County
Thurston County
Community
Capital Campus

Listed By

Shelley Jones, Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate Northwest Home Team
Carrie Hammond, Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate Northwest Home Team
Source
Northwest MLS
Last checked May 22 2026 at 4:15 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathroom: 1
  • 3/4 Bathroom: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
  • Dishwasher
  • Fireplace
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Dbl Pane/Storm Window
  • Water Heater
  • Jetted Tub
  • Skylight(s)
  • Dining Room
  • Stove(s)/Range(s)
Subdivision
  • Capital Campus
Lot Information
  • Corner Lot
  • Curbs
  • Sidewalk
  • Paved
  • Alley
Property Features
  • Deck
  • Fenced-Fully
  • Gas Available
  • Patio
  • Outbuildings
  • High Speed Internet
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: 1
  • Foundation: Concrete Ribbon
Heating and Cooling
  • Forced Air
  • Ductless
Basement Information
  • Unfinished
Flooring
  • Vinyl
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
Exterior Features
  • Wood
  • Roof: Composition
Utility Information
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Fuel: Electric, Wood, Solar (Unspecified), Natural Gas
  • Energy: Green Generation: Solar
School Information
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary
  • Middle School: Wash Mid
  • High School: Olympia High
Parking
  • Driveway
  • Off Street
  • Detached Garage
Stories
  • 2
Living Area
  • 2,812 sqft
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