Rockhood
$465,000List price
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,508 sq ft
Active

4519 23rd Avenue SE · Lacey, WA 98503

Source: NWMLS · Keller Williams South Sound · J. Obendorf #NWM2575764

About this home

A One-of-a-Kind Mid-Century Classic in the Heart of Lacey! Step back to a time when homes were crafted with real wood, generous rooms, and spacious lots. This charming 1950s rambler has been the longtime home of an internationally credentialed artist, and her creative influence remains throughout the home—an eclectic blend of art, personality, and imagination that makes this property truly unlike any other. Three bedrooms feature built-in storage and are conveniently located across from the main bath. The spacious living room showcases beautiful hardwood floors, a fireplace, and built-in bookcases, while the kitchen opens to a large family room and a distinctive bath arrangement. A generous pantry/storage room adds valuable functionality. Outside, the expansive backyard offers plenty of room to relax, entertain, garden, or create. Enjoy the covered patio, workshop, additional storage, and a separate artist studio tucked into the far corner of the property—perfect for a home office, den, reading retreat, hobby space, or creative studio. Be sure to notice the artistically sculpted evergreens that add even more character to this special setting. All this in a convenient Lacey location close to shopping, services, schools, and everyday amenities. If you appreciate character, craftsmanship, creativity, and a home with a story to tell, this rare 1950s rambler deserves a closer look.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Contemporary
Stories
1 story
Condition
Good
Year built
1956 (renovated 1988)
Lot size
12,212 sq ft (0.28 acres)
County
Thurston
MLS #
NWM2575764

Interior

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Heat Pump
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances
Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
1 · Gas
Interior features
Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Pantry, Skylight(s), Water Heater
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Paved
Topography
Level
View
City
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
4
Carport
Yes
Covered spaces
1
Parking features
Attached Carport, Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric, Natural Gas

Community & fees

Subdivision
Lacey
Property tax
$200 (2025)

Transaction

Listed on
Sep 1, 2026
Days on market
19
Price per sq ft
$308
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, Farm Home Loan, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Possession
Negotiable

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Schools

School district: North Thurston

Elementary
Mountain View Elementary
Middle
Chinook Mid
High
North Thurston High School
SchoolDigger 3 stars · Top 30% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Keller Williams South Sound

Listing agent: J. Obendorf.

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Data last updated 2026-09-19.