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$480,000

228 Lee St SE Tumwater, WA 98501

3 beds
1 full
1,803 sqft
0.2 acres
$266 / sqft
House

Property details

About 228 Lee St SE

Fantastic rambler home in convenient/centrally located Tumwater. 3 bedroom 1.75 bath home features custom hemlock & red oak wrapped windows & sills, solid red oak shaker interior doors and closet doors, chair-rail trim and floor trim throughout. Large living room features a wood stove, open country kitchen w/ peninsula, and a sliding glass door to the full length covered deck. Large finished bonus room (was the original garage) for flexible space. Outside, a fully fenced yard, a 14’x8’ tool shed with roll up door, 2 car attached garage w/220 power, additional off-street/RV parking with power. Backs to undeveloped property for privacy. Close to Tumwater schools, State offices, freeway access to many stores and restaurants. Come take a peek!

Highlights

HeatingHigh Efficiency, Baseboard, Radiant
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,803 sqft
Lot size0.1743 Acres
Year built1979
ParkingDriveway, Attached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
MLS #2407380
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
ViewTerritorial

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Laminate, Security System, Water Heater
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
  • View: Territorial
  • Exterior: Wood, Wood Products
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Heating: High Efficiency, Baseboard, Radiant
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $480,000
  • Price/SqFt: $266
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,489
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Lot: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Directions: From Trosper Road/Capitol Way roundabout, South on Capitol Way, L on Lee Street to property on left.
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Living Area: 1,803 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1743 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2407380
  • MLS Name: NWMLS
  • Office Name: Keller Williams South Sound
  • Office Phone: (360) 786-6900
  • Listing Agent: Phil Harlan

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 17, 2021
Home Sold
$420,000
Nov 15, 1999
Home Sold
$114,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2022$460,000$4,489
2021$363,300$4,276
2020$306,700$3,936
2019$282,600$3,374
2018$271,900$3,250
2017$251,800$3,008

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Michael T. Simmons Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

1205 2nd Ave SW

4

Peter G. Schmidt Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

237 Dennis St SE

4

Tumwater Hill Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

3120 Ridgeview Ct SW

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $71,639. Residents of Tumwater, WA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

12%
<35k
62%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

46%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Minor League Baseball GamesMinor League Baseball Games
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company
  • Chico'sChico's
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • VolvoVolvo
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 228 Lee St SE

The listing price of 228 Lee St SE property is $480,000.

The property 228 Lee St SE is a house located in Tumwater, Washington, 98501.

Active Listing: 228 Lee St SE is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 228 Lee St SE are: Michael T. Simmons Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Peter G. Schmidt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Tumwater Hill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Washington Connections Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Tumwater Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Washington Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Tumwater High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), New Market High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Olympia High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $4,489 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 17, 2021 for $420,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 228 Lee St SE has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 228 Lee St SE is 1,803 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 228 Lee St SE is 1979.

This home is located at 228 Lee St SE in Tumwater, WA and zip code 98501 in the Deschutes neighborhood. This 1,803 square foot home, which was built in 1979, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $480,000.

Over 14 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Tumwater, WA. In the same period over 8 listings were sold below the listed price and 7 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Tumwater, WA increased by 2.6% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 14 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $529,950 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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