RARE Opportunity to own low bank waterfront. This rare gem is tucked away in a quiet corner at the mouth of Blaine’s Dakota Creek, w/ gorgeous panoramic views of Drayton Harbor from an impressive wrap-around porch. Imagine your own private beach access for paddle boarding, kayaking & more! Charming 2 bdrm, 1 bath home sits on level ½ acre & is ready to get the care it deserves. Outstanding potential for main home living while rebuilding the detached garage & shop as an ADU. BUYER TO VERIFY. RV hook up/dumping/ & 220 V plug inside garage. Stone’s throw to Semiahmoo w/out the fees! Minutes to US-CND border for fine dining & world class entertainment. Don’t miss this one located in the growing community of Blaine!
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Listed by: Redfin • Christine Rasmussen
Bought with: Coldwell Banker Bain
$585,000
1609 Washington Avenue, Blaine, WA 98230
2beds
2,072sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
0.52 Acres Lot
$593,100 Zestimate®
$282/sqft
$2,388 Estimated rent
Home value
$593,100
$540,000 - $646,000
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Private beach accessLow bank waterfrontImpressive wrap-around porchQuiet corner
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Listed by:
Christine Rasmussen,
Redfin
Bought with:
Rebecca Brunk, 122097
Coldwell Banker Bain
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2262217
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electricity, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,072
- Total interior livable area: 2,072 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Ocean, See Remarks
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
- Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: 93
Lot
- Size: 0.52 Acres
- Dimensions: 93 x 233 x 93 x 234
- Features: Adjacent to Public Land, Paved, Value In Land, Deck, Dog Run, Outbuildings, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 4001074613190000
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Average
- Year built: 1974
- Major remodel year: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: City of Blaine
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Blaine
- Water: Public, Company: City of Blaine
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Blaine
Location
- Region: Blaine
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $282/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $671,392
- Annual tax amount: $4,519
- Date on market: 8/29/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 576 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2025 | Sold | $585,000-1.7%$282/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2025 | Pending sale | $595,000$287/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $595,000$287/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Pending sale | $595,000$287/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2025 | Price change | $595,000-3.7%$287/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2025 | Price change | $618,000-3.4%$298/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $640,000-5.2%$309/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2024 | Listing removed | $675,000$326/sqft |
Source:  HomeSmart #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2024 | Price change | $675,000-3.6%$326/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2024 | Price change | $699,900-5.3%$338/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2024 | Price change | $739,000-1.3%$357/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2024 | Price change | $749,000-3.4%$361/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $775,000$374/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2024 | Listing removed | $775,000$374/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $775,000+154.1%$374/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart #2262217 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2014 | Listing removed | $1,500$1/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Bay Properties #581983 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,500$1/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Bay Properties #581983 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2012 | Sold | $305,000-9%$147/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #317373 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2012 | Pending sale | $335,000$162/sqft |
Source: Muljat Group #317373 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2012 | Listed for sale | $335,000$162/sqft |
Source: Muljat Group #317373 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,570 +1.1% | $671,392 |
| 2023 | $4,519 -3.3% | $671,392 +11% |
| 2022 | $4,673 +12.5% | $604,858 +27.1% |
| 2021 | $4,153 +4.9% | $475,815 +15% |
| 2020 | $3,960 | $413,752 +9.2% |
| 2019 | $3,960 +5.1% | $378,888 +10% |
| 2018 | $3,768 +7.4% | $344,313 +19.5% |
| 2017 | $3,509 +7.6% | $288,128 |
| 2016 | $3,261 +5.4% | $288,128 -2.6% |
| 2015 | $3,094 | $295,776 +4.5% |
| 2014 | $3,094 +2% | $283,049 +1.1% |
| 2013 | $3,032 | $279,959 |
| 2012 | -- | $279,959 -2.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $287,500 -3.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $296,993 -8.5% |
| 2009 | $2,831 -2.7% | $324,570 |
| 2008 | $2,909 | $324,570 |
| 2007 | $2,909 | $324,570 +85% |
| 2005 | -- | $175,455 |
| 2004 | $625 -39.5% | $175,455 |
| 2003 | $1,033 -52.6% | $175,455 |
| 2002 | $2,180 +34.1% | $175,455 +28.4% |
| 2001 | $1,626 | $136,650 |
| 2000 | -- | $136,650 |
| 1999 | -- | $136,650 |
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Neighborhood: 98230
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