Rare 10 Ac Next to Nature Reserve
S E Courtney Rd : Ravensdale, WA 98052
King County, Washington
Shown by Appointment Only
Land Description
?? 10 Acres: Remote Feel, City Close in an Active Wildlife Corridor. This Hunter's Paradise Borders Protected Land, Build-Ready, $119K Below Comps.
What a rare opportunity to own 10 acres of varied terrain in Ravensdale. This isn't just a flat field; it's a dynamic landscape featuring a year-round creek (rill), rolling topography, old logging road for ease of navigation and young trees.
Stop searching. This is the one.
It is a strategic base camp for the serious hunter who also demands a smart investment. This is a rare property that checks every box: World-class hunting, secluded yet close to everything, and in appreciating area priced for instant equity.
The 10-Acre "Key" to access 1,000+ Acres
This is where the real value lies. You aren't just buying 10 acres; you are buying the only private gateway to a massive, undisturbed ecosystem.
• TO The East: It directly borders a "forever-protected" Nature Reserve. This land will never be developed, ensuring your permanent privacy and views.
• TO The North: It adjoins hundreds of acres owned by neighbors who have kept their land for private recreation and hunting for decades.
• The Result: You get the privacy and wildlife resources of a massive, thousand-acre tract, all from your own 10-acre property. It's a natural corridor for Black Tail Deer, Black Bears and Cougars.
That's not all. This land is DRY (a rare find for this area) and Ready.
? Instant Equity: Priced to sell. MLS Comps value this lot at $608,000.
? CAD Complete: The time-consuming Critical Area Designation (Cad) is valid and complete.
? Septic Passed: A rare dry lot for this area. It has passed 5 septic test locations, giving you complete freedom on where to build.
? Utilities On-Site: Two power and internet sources are at the road.
? Water Options: Use the community well (2 parcels down) or drill your own preliminary county approval is already done.
? Easy Access: Sits on a paved and maintained county road, just 17 minutes from Maple Valley.
Zoned Ra-5 (and with NO Hoa), your options are wide open:
• Build Your Lodge on one of the last large lots remaining.
• Subdivide: The 9.79 acres can be subdivided in two if desired.
• Income Potential: Zoning allows for a main house, an Adu, And an Additional Living Quarters (A.L.Q.) per 5 acres. This is a prime spot for a "hunting retreat" Airbnb, B&B, or family compound.
This is your chance to own one of the last great parcels in Ravensdale, a place that feels like a remote mountain retreat but is just a short drive from schools, shops, and Seattle.
Land prices here have been steadily rising for years and jumped 15% last year. A property with this diverse option - hunting, water resource on site, tested for building won't last.
Showings are by appointment only. This is private property. Please call to schedule your tour.
Land prices in this area jumped 15% last year, and large, dry lots like this rarely hit the market at this price. According to MLS comp reports, this property is valued at $608,000. This land is aggressively priced to sell. Don't miss your chance to invest in one of the last great undeveloped parcels in Ravensdale. Opportunities like this won't last.
All five septic test locations have passed, and there are already two power and internet sources available on site. A community well is located just two parcels away, or you can establish your own-preliminary approval with the county has already been completed. Access is convenient via a maintained county road, just a 17-minute drive from Maple Valley.
The land directly borders a forever-protected nature preserve, ensuring your privacy and unspoiled views remain intact. The critical area designation process has been completed and is currently valid, saving you time and money during development.
With no HOA and no county rental restrictions, this property offers exceptional rental potential. Zoning allows for a single-family home, an Accessory Dwelling Unit and an additional living quarters (A.L.Q.) per five acres-making it a prime location to develop an Airbnb retreat or multi-unit rental. The flexible R.A.-5 zoning also permits uses such as bed-and-breakfasts, recreation day camps, and more.
This property also connects to a long-standing hunting tradition in the area, with neighboring large parcels historically serving as hunting grounds. Whether you're seeking a personal retreat, an income-generating opportunity, or a legacy property for your family, this land checks all the boxes.
You will fall in love with the charm of Ravensdale. It's a peaceful, unincorporated community in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. Just a short drive southeast of Seattle, Ravensdale is an ideal place for those seeking a unique blend of natural beauty and small-town ease. Towering evergreens, moss-draped pines, and hardwoods line winding, lightly traveled roads, giving the area a feel that's hard to match.
Your new home in Ravensdale places you amid a variety of outdoor adventures. Within minutes, you can be hiking the Valley Trails Park or exploring the nearby Mercer Snoqualmie National Forest. These wooded trails offer year-round access for all seasons of the year. Fishing spots and wildlife-watching areas are scattered throughout, letting you connect with nature every weekend-or even every day.
Ravensdale caters to families and commuters alike. Low traffic and a sense of neighborly warmth define the community, where local events-like summer farmers' markets or fireside gatherings-bring residents together organically. Excellent regional schools serve the area, and when it's time to venture into town, shops and services in nearby Maple Valley and Black Diamond are a quick, scenic drive away.
This is more than just a homesite... it's an invitation to enjoy a serene woodland lifestyle and be near every modern convenience. Woods, trails, community, and comfort. Ravensdale offers everything for your next chapter in real estate living.
Very important - please call to get exact directions to visit the property together by appointment.
Reach out to Chris Clower today or contact Land Sandbox today.
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Directions to Land
From Seattle, take I-90 E and continue on to Issaquah-Hobart Road Southeast. Then continue on 276th Ave SE to Retreat Kanasket Rd SE and go to SE Courtney Rd. Call for exact directions before driving.
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