Private high-desert sanctuary in this meticulously maintained Secret Canyon retreat, where modern living meets the majesty of the wild. Built in 2017, this 640 SqFt jewel features a cozy yet highly functional floor plan that lives large, making it an ideal choice for a streamlined full-time residence or a premier weekend getaway. While the home is intimate, the lifestyle is expansive; the property boasts an oversized attached 2-car garage providing ample room for gear and storage, all situated on a staggering 23.04-acre lot that ensures ultimate privacy. From your front door, soak in breathtaking 360-degree views that sweep across the valley floor, climb the rugged foothills, and twinkle with city lights after dark. Located within an exclusive gated community that doubles as a wildlife conservancy, you’ll be surrounded by a vibrant tapestry of sagebrush and native flora, with the added rare benefit of community trails and direct access to landlocked DNR land via shared community easement for hunting, hiking & motor sports for the adventurer. Whether you are looking to disconnect from the noise or reconnect with nature, this property offers a rare opportunity to own a turnkey home nestled in a landscape where the best of both worlds truly collide.
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Listed by: BHHS Brick & Mortar RE
$479,000
1235 Secret Canyon Road, Ellensburg, WA 98926
1beds
640sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2017
23.04 Acres Lot
$467,300 Zestimate®
$748/sqft
$17/mo HOA
What's special
Exclusive gated communityCommunity trailsWildlife conservancy
- 4 days |
- 901 |
- 57 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 08, 2026 at 11:29pm
Listed by:
Gina Styler,
BHHS Brick & Mortar RE
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2502983
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless, Wall Furnace, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl Plank
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 640
- Total interior livable area: 640 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Territorial
Lot
- Size: 23.04 Acres
- Features: Dead End Street, Drought Resistant Landscape, Open Lot, Secluded, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope,Rolling
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 11606
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete, Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 2017
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Shared Well, Company: Shared Well (2 connections)
- Utilities for property: Starlink
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: CCRs, Gated, Trail(s)
- Subdivision: Rural - East
HOA
- Services included: Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $200 annually
- HOA phone: 917-331-9134
Location
- Region: Ellensburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $748/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $356,860
- Annual tax amount: $3,301
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$467,300
$444,000 - $491,000
$1,390/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $479,000+111%$748/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2502983 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2016 | Sold | $227,000$355/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1049364 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,205 +7.9% | $332,010 +6% |
| 2023 | $2,971 +4.3% | $313,220 +9% |
| 2022 | $2,847 +14.5% | $287,320 +47% |
| 2021 | $2,486 +28.3% | $195,420 +12.4% |
| 2019 | $1,938 +4399.3% | $173,890 +7.9% |
| 2018 | $43 | $161,130 +283.1% |
| 2017 | $43 | $42,060 +11917.1% |
| 2016 | $43 | $350 |
| 2015 | $43 +1.5% | $350 +52.2% |
| 2013 | $42 | $230 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$2,618/mo
Principal & interest
$2318
Property taxes
$283
HOA Fees
$17
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 98926
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Valley View Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 10.2 mi
- 6/10Morgan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 11.1 mi
- 8/10Ellensburg High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Morgan Mid
- High: Ellensburg High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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