15642 159th Ln SE Yelm, WA 98597
Property details
About 15642 159th Ln SE
ASSUMABLE 2.5% INTEREST RATE + $3,500 CONCESSION! Welcome to your private slice of the Pacific Northwest—10+ dry, usable acres perfectly suited for farm living or simply enjoying the peace of the countryside. This 3-bed + office, 2.5-bath home features over 2,200 sqft of well-designed space, including a grand two-story entry, cozy living room with Lopi woodstove, oversized family room, and a spacious kitchen built for gathering.Step outside to a covered patio and half wrap-around porch overlooking beautifully landscaped grounds. With a heat pump, A/C, large mudroom, and two-car garage, it’s as practical as it is picturesque. Ideally located between Yelm and Rainier, relative to JBLM—privacy, space, and comfort all in one.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Laminate, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, French Doors, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached Garage, RV Parking
- View: Territorial
- Exterior: Wood, Wood Products
- Heating: Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $790,000
- Price/SqFt: $355
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,915
- Tax Year: 2022
- Lot: Dead End Street, Paved
- Directions: Yelm Hwy to Bald Hill Rd/R on Vail Rd/R on 159th/Go 1 mile on private drive to #15642. Home is on back left.
- Year Built: 2004
- Living Area: 2,224 SqFt
- Lot Size: 10.08 Acres
- MLS Number: 2397191
- MLS Name: NWMLS
- Office Name: Real Estate With Nik & Co
- Office Phone: (253) 224-0004
- Listing Agent: Erika Merdich
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 27, 2012 | Home Sold | $305,000 |
| Aug 20, 2004 | Home Sold | $312,900 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $636,200 | $5,915 |
| 2021 | $507,100 | $5,537 |
| 2020 | $408,600 | $5,109 |
| 2019 | $348,700 | $3,836 |
| 2018 | $357,400 | $4,352 |
| 2017 | $322,000 | $4,007 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Rainier Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.2 mi
•600 W 3rd
5
Prairie Elementary School
Public District KG-5
4.9 mi
•16535 110th Ave SE
8
Mill Pond Elementary School
Public District KG-5
5.3 mi
•909 Mill Rd SE
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $80,491. Residents of Yelm, WA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
What level of education do the neighbors have?
What types of families live nearby?
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
How old are people in this area?
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
College Football
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Best Buy
Bass Pro Shops
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Jimmy Johns
Texas Roadhouse
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Ram
GMC
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
Contemporary Christian
Classic Country
Frequently asked questions
About 15642 159th Ln SE
The listing price of 15642 159th Ln SE property is $790,000.
The property 15642 159th Ln SE is a house located in Yelm, Washington, 98597.
Active Listing: 15642 159th Ln SE is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 15642 159th Ln SE are: Rainier Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Prairie Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mill Pond Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Rainier Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Ridgeline Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Yelm Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Rainier Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Yelm Extension School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Yelm High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $5,915 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 27, 2012 for $305,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 15642 159th Ln SE has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 15642 159th Ln SE is 2,224 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 15642 159th Ln SE is 2004.
This home is located at 15642 159th Ln SE in Yelm, WA and zip code 98597. This 2,224 square foot home, which was built in 2004, sits on a 10.08 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $790,000.
In June 2025 more than 16 listings in Yelm, WA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 17 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 13 were sold below. In June 2025 in Yelm, WA there were 15.7% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 34 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $475,000.