Listed by Blade Realty LLC, Bought with Olympic Sotheby's Int'l Realty
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

541 W Elk Ridge Rd Shelton, WA 98584

Estimated Value: $756,462 - $977,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,908 Sq Ft
$302/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 24, 2013

Last sale price $355,000 $122 Per Sq Ft

Est. 147% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,117/month

4 Days on Market

About This Home

As of October 2013

Stunning, secluded home on over 5 acres located only 15 minutes from Olympia & Shelton. This 3 bdrm, 2.25 ba home boasts professional landscaping, 1,000 sq ft trex deck, 8 person hot tub, shop w/extra storage & gated entry. Inside is a giant kitchen w/ commercial grade 6 burner gas stove/double oven, a hi-efficiency Russian fireplace, cat walk over dining room, and reclaimed materials from historic, Seattle buildings. And to top it off its w/in walking distance to miles of hiking trails.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cassie Sutherland

Blade Realty LLC License #109755 Listed on: 09/25/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Missy Watts

Olympic Sotheby's Int'l Realty License #85539

Olympic Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM548031

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,214

Year Built

1993

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Condition: Good
  • Leased Equipment: Propane Tank
  • Sq Ft Finished: 2908
  • Form 17: Provided
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1993

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Features: Bath Off Master, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Security System, Skylights, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Pantry, Walk-in Closet
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Floor: Hardwood, Slate, Vinyl, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Water Heater Location: Pantry Room-Propane

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal, Tile
  • Community Features: CCRs
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Lot Details: Dead End Street, Secluded
  • Roof: Metal, Tile
  • Site Features: Deck, Partial Fence, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Patio, Propane, RV Parking, Shop
  • View: Territorial
  • Lot Topography: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level, Partial Slope, Steep Slope, Terraces

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven
  • Heating and Cooling: Forced Air, Radiant
  • Power Company: PUD #3
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water Source: Individual Well

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2025
Sold by
Mertz Sophia C and Mertz Christopher A
Bought by
Sophia C Mertz Trust and Mertz
Current Estimated Value
$878,616

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2013
Closed on
Oct 21, 2013
Sold by
Smith Alan B and Smith Nathalie C
Bought by
Mertz Christopher A and Mertz Sophia C
Seller's Agent
Cassie Sutherland
Blade Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Missy Watts
Olympic Sotheby's Int'l Realty
List Price
$374,950
Sold Price
$355,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,950
-5.32%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.83%
Original Mortgage
$284,000
Interest Rate
4.53%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2005
Sold by
Montz Wallace F and Flaherty Joanna M
Bought by
Smith Alan B and Smith Nathalie C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,000
Interest Rate
5.27%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Sophia C Mertz Trust -- None Listed On Document
Mertz Christopher A $355,000 Mason County Title Ins Co
Smith Alan B $390,000 Mason County Title Inc Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mertz Christopher A $284,000
Previous Owner Smith Alan B $78,000
Previous Owner Smith Alan B $312,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/24/2013 10/24/13 Sold $355,000 -5.3% $122 / Sq Ft
09/30/2013 09/30/13 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2013 09/25/13 For Sale $374,950 -- $129 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,214 $712,640 $114,850 $597,790
2023 $6,214 $632,845 $58,330 $574,515
2022 $6,682 $593,375 $50,720 $542,655
2021 $6,060 $593,375 $50,720 $542,655
2020 $6,295 $489,145 $50,720 $438,425
2018 $5,497 $355,720 $61,740 $293,980
2017 $4,383 $355,720 $61,740 $293,980
2016 $4,217 $313,765 $56,840 $256,925
2015 $4,436 $304,535 $53,900 $250,635
2014 -- $325,370 $61,250 $264,120
2013 -- $304,085 $51,450 $252,635
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Cassie Sutherland

    Blade Realty LLC

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  • Missy Watts

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Missy Watts

    Olympic Sotheby's Int'l Realty

    (360) 280-0509

    180 Total Sales

    Missy Watts
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM548031

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 41925-75-00230

Washington Mason County Shelton 98584

541 W Elk Ridge Rd, Shelton, WA

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