20226 Neat Road SE · Yelm, WA 98597
Source: NWMLS · Best Choice Realty LLC · Cole Mathenia #NWM2529704
About this home
Tucked away on 10 private acres, this one-of-a-kind, pre-inspected homestead oasis has rustic charm and endless possibilities. Built with timber harvested from the property, the home showcases exposed wood beams, an antique wood stove, skylights, and the warm character of a true cabin-inspired escape. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, a loft, sunroom, and large entertaining deck overlooking the grounds. In the spacious primary suite, you'll find a raised soaking tub surrounded by windows, a cozy sitting/nursery nook, private deck access, and dual walk-in closets. Outside, explore a lifestyle few properties can offer. Wander wooded trails, a pond and creek, established fruit trees and orchard, multiple firepits, or enjoy the outdoor bar and axe-throwing area. Homestead-ready features include two chicken coops, greenhouse, underground storage, multiple outbuildings, and abundant room for gardening, expansion, and self-sufficiency. The detached studio ADU offers a loft, kitchenette, and flexible space for guests, multigenerational living, a home office, or potential vacation rental income. High-speed Starlink internet is already installed, providing reliable connectivity while enjoying complete privacy and seclusion. Whether you're seeking a hobby farm, homestead property, retreat, private acreage, or a unique Airbnb investment opportunity, this extraordinary property offers the space, character, and lifestyle you've been searching for. Free 1 year warranty
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- Contemporary
- Stories
- 1 story
- Condition
- Average
- Year built
- 1997
- Lot size
- 462,172 sq ft (10.61 acres)
- County
- Thurston
- MLS #
- NWM2529704
Interior
- Heating
- Baseboard, Ductless, Stove/Free Standing
- Cooling
- Ductless
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
- Fireplace
- 1 · Gas
- Interior features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Loft, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
- Entry level
- Main
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Wood
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Pillar/Post/Pier
- Lot features
- Secluded
- Topography
- Level,Partial Slope
- Waterfront
- Yes
Parking
- Parking features
- Driveway, RV Parking
Utilities
- Water
- Individual Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Power
- Electric, Propane
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Yelm Rural
- Community features
- Trail(s)
- Property tax
- $4,246 (2025)
Transaction
- Listed on
- Jun 4, 2026
- Days on market
- 27
- Price per sq ft
- $315
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
- Possession
- Closing
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Sale history
Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.
- 2021-11-12
- Sold$675,000
Schools
School district: Yelm
- Elementary
- Lackamas Elem
- Middle
- Ridgeline Mid
- High
- Yelm High School 12SchoolDigger 2 stars · Top 52% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: Best Choice Realty LLC
Listing agent: Cole Mathenia.
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Data last updated 2026-09-10.