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8512 Driftwood Lane, Castle Rock, WA, 98611

2beds
1baths
918sqft
$339,000
$369price/sqft
$2,220/moest. monthly cost
$88,800/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to this charming 1910 farmhouse in Castle Rock, WA, perfectly positioned right off the highway exit for unbeatable visibility and convenience!! Sitting close by to the Cowlitz River on almost a half-acre lot, this property offers a rare blend of old-world charm and modern income or business opportunities. At just over 900 sq ft, the cozy home features 2 bedrooms with a den/bonus room & one bathroom. Ideal for a starter home, rental investment, or live-work setup. Classic farmhouse details create warm, inviting living spaces with plenty of character. Enjoy the detached 875 sq ft shop with power (25x35’)- perfect for a workshop, storage, small business, or hobby space. It also has a 40 amp circuit for power and water lines ran to it. With easy highway access, this property has strong potential for a service-oriented venture, highway business, or even short-term rental. Just minutes from your doorstep, enjoy peaceful walks along the Riverfront Trail, with its paved paths, river views, benches, and picnic spots. Nearby city parks like Lion’s Pride Park and The Rock Community Park provide additional green space for recreation, playgrounds, and community events. For bigger adventures, the world-famous Mount St. Helens is right in your backyard. Castle Rock is proudly known as the Gateway to Mount St. Helens. 7 minutes to downtown Castle Rock and 1 hour to downtown Portland. Tremendous potential!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
20
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

3/10
4/10
3/10
Castle Rock High SchoolGrades 9-123.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Good
  • Year built: 1910

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Metal/Vinyl

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: 1 Story
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Trash Compactor,Washer,Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Washer(s),Water Heater: Electric,Water Heater Location: Inside

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bathroom Three Quarter

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Den Office

  • Level: Main

Entry Hall

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Bath Off Primary
  • Door features: French Doors
  • Flooring: Vinyl Plank,Carpet
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Main Level: 1,Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Fireplace,Stove/Free Standing,Wall Furnace,Electric,Wood
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 918
  • Total interior livable area: 918 sqft

Kitchen With Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: WK2705006
  • Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
  • Special condition: Standard
  • Other equipment: Leased Equipment: None

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry location: Main
  • Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary,Fireplace,French Doors,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Water Heater
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Territorial
  • Topography of land: Level,Rolling
  • Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees,Garden Space

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.47 Acres
  • Features: Dead End Street,Deck,RV Parking,Shop

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Driveway,Detached Garage,RV Parking
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Volcanic Activity
    Volcanic ActivityRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Volcanic Activity
Cold Wave
Earthquake
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding

FEMA Declared Disasters in Cowlitz County and Washington

Fire
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,714$20,568
Home Insurance *$118$1,416
Property Taxes $239$2,868
Electricity $149$1,793
Total$2,220$26,640
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$76,114/yr
40% on housing$66,600/yr
45% on housing$59,200/yr

Washington FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 306Commercial: 55
Total Premiums$858,000
Total Exposure$176.33M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 10.4%
10.4%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.0%
3.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 5.3%
5.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$369This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98611$262
Cowlitz County$196

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98611$265
Cowlitz County$281

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-06-02Listed for sale$339,000
2022-03-03Sold$310,000
2022-01-28Pending sale$310,000
2021-12-21Listed for sale$310,000
2018-08-16Sold$144,000
2009-07-22Sold$124,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentChase Lipke
BrokerageCentury 21 Van Dorm Realty

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