Ride in any weather on 13.89 acres near Rochester. A covered arena (approx. 50' x 48') with stalls at the rear anchors a true horse property, backed by a separate older barn with multiple stalls and a large shop/work area, three fenced pastures, and room to spread out. • Two adjoining parcels with access from both Backman Rd and Van Dyke Rd, naturally separated by forest and stream for unusual privacy and flexibility. • The 2,944 sf home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, generous living areas, two fireplaces, a downstairs pellet stove, a large walk-in pantry, lower-level flex space, two decks, and territorial views to the west. • Mature fruit trees, garden space, RV parking, and a covered carport. • The adjoining 12.48-acre parcel has its own separate well and a permitted 3-bedroom mound septic system. Buyer to verify future uses and development possibilities to buyer's satisfaction. • Horse infrastructure, shop space, and country living with access to I-5.
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Listed by: CENTURY 21 Real Estate Center • John Mize • 206-465-4209
$699,000
20648 Backman Road SW, Rochester, WA 98579
3beds
2,944sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
13.89 Acres Lot
$675,300 Zestimate®
$237/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two fireplacesMature fruit treesRv parkingGarden spaceThree fenced pasturesDownstairs pellet stoveCovered carport
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John Mize 206-465-4209 john.mize@c21center.com,
CENTURY 21 Real Estate Center
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2575948
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Pellet, Wood
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Lower Level
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Pantry
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Pellet Stove, Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,944
- Total interior livable area: 2,944 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached Carport, RV Parking
- Carport spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Pantry, Skylight(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 13.89 Acres
- Dimensions: 180'348'180'348'
- Features: Paved, Arena-Outdoor, Barn, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking, Shop, Stable
- Topography: Equestrian,Partial Slope,Rolling
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture
Details
- Parcel number: 14514240400
- Zoning: RRR1/5
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: No
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Average
- Year built: 1976
- Major remodel year: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Individual Well, Company: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Rural
Location
- Region: Rochester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $237/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $503,900
- Annual tax amount: $4,313
- Date on market: 9/3/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Leased Equipment, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$675,300
$642,000 - $709,000
$3,325/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000+249.5%$237/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2575948 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2000 | Sold | $200,000$68/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #20004265 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,313 +9.2% | $503,900 +11.1% |
| 2024 | $3,948 +0.8% | $453,600 +0.6% |
| 2023 | $3,917 +11.4% | $451,100 +3.2% |
| 2022 | $3,518 -4.9% | $437,100 +21.8% |
| 2021 | $3,698 +10.7% | $358,800 +19% |
| 2020 | $3,340 -2.6% | $301,600 +2.5% |
| 2019 | $3,429 -5.1% | $294,200 +0.2% |
| 2018 | $3,612 +6.9% | $293,600 +25.4% |
| 2017 | $3,381 | $234,050 +11.6% |
| 2016 | $3,381 | $209,700 -10.6% |
| 2014 | $3,381 | $234,500 +7.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $217,700 |
| 2012 | $2,917 | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $3,115 | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | $2,809 -23% | -- |
| 2006 | $3,647 +79.6% | -- |
| 2005 | $2,031 | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | $1,857 +13.2% | $114,300 |
| 2000 | $1,641 | $114,300 |
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