4531 Old Military Road SE, Tenino, WA 98589

• 3 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,111 sqft

Property Description

Welcome to a truly exceptional 15-acre retreat just outside of Tenino, where privacy, natural beauty, & modern sustainability come together in a setting unlike any other. The charming 2-bed, 1.75-bath 2111sf home with a dedicated office is filled with warmth, character, & timeless appeal. A separate 1-bedroom, 1-bath 720sf apartment with its own private laundry provides flexibility for guests, multi-generational living, a home business, or potential rental income. Thoughtful updates include a newer roof, new well pump, water softener and filtration system, & a 6,600-watt grid-tied solar array to help reduce energy costs. Nature lovers will appreciate the property’s designation as a Certified Wildlife Sanctuary, where 164 documented bird species have been observed over the years. Birdsongs, native habitat, & ever-changing seasonal beauty create a tranquil environment that feels worlds away. For gardeners & homesteading enthusiasts, the property offers an established organic garden, a large irrigated vegetable garden, & productive fruit trees including apple, pear, & fig. The property consists of two parcels: 6.3 acres (zoned RRR1/5) containing the residential improvements, plus an additional 8.5-acre parcel in Open Space Classification, helping reduce property taxes while preserving the serene landscape. If you’ve been searching for acreage, sustainability, income potential, & a home with genuine character, this special Tenino retreat is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Listing Status:

Pending

Data Last Updated:

July 6, 2026 at 4:19AM

Listing Office:

Van Dorm Realty, Inc : 360-943-3800

Listing Agent:

Lynzie Kinnaman : 360-943-3800

MLS ID:

2534819

Interior

• General: Bath Off PrimaryCeiling Fan(s)Dbl Pane/Storm WindowDining RoomFireplaceFrench DoorsSecurity SystemSkylight(s)Solarium/AtriumVaulted Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)Water HeaterWired for Generator
• Appliances: DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorStove(s)/Range(s)Washer
• Basement: None
• Flooring: HardwoodVinylCarpet
• A/C: Ductless
• Heating: BaseboardDuctlessStove/Free Standing
• Fireplace: GasFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Cement Planked
• Style: Craftsman
• Parking: DrivewayAttached GarageDetached GarageParking spaces: 6

Construction

• Roofing: Composition
• General: OnePoured Concrete

Location

• HOA Amenities: 0.0
• Originating MLS: nwmls
• School District: Tenino
• County: Thurston

Lot

• Topography: Level
• Zoning: 11620110300
• View: TerritorialView

Utilities

• Water: Private
• Sewer: Septic Tank

Financial

• Source: nwmls