BACK ON MARKET with BRAND NEW $40k+ SEPTIC SYSTEM being installed prior to closing. Enjoy waterfront living 365 days a year in your own lakefront cabin retreat with 59 feet of private shoreline in Sunwood Lakes. Wake up to panoramic lake views from your sun-room, step outside and enjoy direct lake access for kayaking, fishing & paddleboarding from your own backyard. Situated on a 0.28-acre lot in a quiet cul-de-sac, this 1,661 sq ft single-level home offers 2 bedrooms, 2.25 bathrooms, office/den (sun-room) and an open living area centered around a wood-burning fireplace with the charming feel of a cabin in the woods. Enjoy functional kitchen design & a light-filled dining room with lovely built-in bench seating. Recent improvements include ductless mini-split with A/C. High-speed internet available. Embrace quiet lake-life, western exposure, abundant wildlife & room for entertaining. Property includes detached garage/shops (including extra half bath), attached carport, space for RV or boat, hot tub, deck, and ample room for parking. The shops give flexibility for hobbies, storage, workshop space & expansion potential. There’s no other community in Olympia like Sunwood Lakes! The HOA includes: private beach access, large clubhouse, pool, trails, playground, athletic courts, managed forest, gazebo, community events & waterfront recreation. Conveniently located near Yelm Highway with access to Olympia, Lacey, JBLM, & surrounding shopping. Water is included in HOA dues.
Property Details
Price:
$545,000
MLS #:
NWM2548006
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Sunwood Lakes
Neighborhood:
452thurstonse
Listed Date:
Jul 1, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,661
Total Sq Ft:
1,661
Lot Size:
12,346 sqft / 0.28 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1978
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Schools
School District:
Yelm
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Three Quarter Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Ductless
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
Heating
Baseboard, Ductless, Stove/Free Standing, Wall Furnace
Interior Features
Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), Water Heater
Levels
One
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Exterior
Architectural Style
A-Frame
Community Features
Athletic Court, CCRs, Club House, Park, Playground, Trail(s)
Construction Materials
Wood
Covered Spaces
4
Direction Faces
West
Exterior Features
Wood Products
Lot Features
Cul-De-Sac, Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded
Parking Features
Attached Carport, Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
Parking Spots
8
Parking Total
8
Roof
Composition
Security Features
Partially Fenced
View
Lake, See Remarks
Waterfront Features
Lake, No Bank
Financial
HOA Fee
$220
HOA Fee Frequency
Quarterly
HOA Includes
Common Area Maintenance, Road Maintenance, See Remarks
Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$3,552
Map
Community
- Address7836 Tanwax Drive SE Olympia WA
- SubdivisionSunwood Lakes
- CityOlympia
- CountyThurston
- Zip Code98513
Subdivisions in Olympia
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- Beachcrest
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- Fishtrap
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- Gull Harbor
- Hawks Prairie
- Henderson Inlet
- Hunter Point
- Indian Summer
- Johnson Point
- Kelly’s Corner
- Ken Lake
- Lacey
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- McAllister Park
- Meadows
- Meridian
- Mudd Bay
- Nisqually
- Olympia
- Oyster Bay
- Pattison Lake
- Rochester
- Rural
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- South Bay
- South Eastside Olympia
- South Union
- Steamboat Island
- Steilacoom Heights
- Summit Lake
- Sunwood Lakes
- Tanglewilde
- Tenino
- Thompson Place
- Tumwater
- Tumwater Hill
- Union Mills
- Waddell Creek
- Ward Lake
- Westside
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Olympia as of Sep 12, 2026
673
Single Family Listed
82
Avg DOM
333
Avg $ / SqFt
$728,142
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Sunwood Lakes subdivision, 7836 Tanwax Drive SE Olympia WA is a Single Family for sale in Olympia, WA, 98513. It is listed for $545,000 and features 2 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,661 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1978. The current price per square foot is $328. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Olympia is $333. The average listing price for Single Family in Olympia is $728,142. To schedule a showing of MLS#nwm2548006 at 7836 Tanwax Drive SE in Olympia, WA, contact your Best in the West agent at 206-351-5550.
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represents listings courtesy of NWMLS. Listed by Paramount Real Estate Group.Disclaimer: Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Sep-12-2026 7:07:46 pm. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
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7836 Tanwax Drive SE
Olympia, WA


