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Yelm is a small town in Thurston County which as originally established around agriculture and the railroad. With the influx of Weyerhaeuser and the transportation of forestry products, the town began to grow and prosper. Yelm is located approximately 22 miles from Joint Base Lewis McChord. Real estate in the Yelm area begins at $185K for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Yelm real estate offers rolling hills in the shadow of Mount Rainier with the Nisqually River nearby. Yelm offers wide open spaces with its real estate but those looking for homes to buy in a rural surrounding with access to a multitude of entertainment options and dining opportunities.

New residential developments near Yelm include the Mountain Sunrise, Yelm Creek Estates and John’s Meadow which offer homes for sale in the $200-$300K price range. The major employer in Yelm is the Washington State Government. Yelm offers a short commute to Joint Base Lewis McChord. The average commute time is approximately 30 minutes. Nearby Lacey offers St. Martin’s University which offers undergraduate and graduate programs. Private universities that are offered include the Pacific Lutheran University and the University of Puget Sound. Downtown Tacoma is home to a branch of the University of Washington. Home buyers looking for a home to buy in Yelm will find a country-like setting within a short distance of entertainment and shopping opportunities.