Rockhood
$725,000List price
3 bed · 2 bath · 2,244 sq ft
Pending

18442 Apricot Street SW · Rochester, WA 98579

Source: NWMLS · Coldwell Banker Evergreen · John Duerr #NWM2540705

About this home

Once in a while, a property comes along that simply makes you exhale. Peaceful. Private. Beautifully cared for. Just beyond the gated entry, this exceptional Rochester retreat offers the perfect balance of security, serenity & effortless country living. This beautifully landscaped level acre is framed by vibrant rhodies, dogwoods & hydrangeas. A welcoming covered front porch overlooks a bubbling water feature & picturesque lawn—the perfect place to savor a quiet morning or unwind at day's end. Designed for easy main-floor living, the open floorplan is filled w/natural light. Fresh paint, newer LVP flooring, vaulted ceilings & thoughtful updates create a bright, inviting home. Updated kitchen features granite counters, custom cabinetry, stainless appl, 2 pantries & a cheerful breakfast nook. Cozy gas FP, covered outdoor living & dreamy primary ste w/sitting area, walk-in closet, luxurious 5-pc bath & private patio access make everyday living a joy. Two add’l BRs each w/private vanity, walk-in closet & shared full bath. Upstairs bonus rm adds flexible living. Apple trees, blueberries, sprinkler system, security, 35'x39' shop with loft, kitchenette, storage, workbench & 12'x12' doors, covered RV carport, 11.5'x13' garden shed, solar panels for low energy costs, newer roof, heat pump, private well & quick I-5 access complete this remarkable property! A place where neighbors wave, mornings begin w/birdsong & every day ends w/the quiet reminder there's truly no place like HOME.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
1 1/2 Story
Stories
One and one half
Condition
Very Good
Year built
2006
Lot size
44,056 sq ft (1.01 acres)
County
Thurston
MLS #
NWM2540705

Interior

Heating
Forced Air, Heat Pump, High Efficiency (Unspecified)
Cooling
90%+ High Efficiency, Central Air, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
1 · Gas
Interior features
Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Cement Planked
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Cul-De-Sac, Dead End Street, Paved
Topography
Level
View
Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
6
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
6
Parking features
Driveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking

Utilities

Water
Individual Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Power
Electric, Propane, Solar PV

Community & fees

Subdivision
Grand Mound
Community features
Gated
Property tax
$5,749 (2026)

Transaction

Original list price
$749,000 (3.2% price cut)
Listed on
Jul 9, 2026
Days on market
47
Price per sq ft
$323
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2006-06-26
Sold$345,000

Schools

School district: Rochester

Elementary
Rochester Primary Sc
Middle
Rochester Mid
High
Rochester High School
SchoolDigger 2 stars · Top 61% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Coldwell Banker Evergreen

Listing agent: John Duerr.

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Data last updated 2026-09-03.