Discover a rare piece of history nestled in the heart of Freeland on Whidbey Island. This 5.3± acre wooded sanctuary features a 1928 Milwaukee Road railroad caboose, once the whimsical home of a beloved Whidbey resident. While the caboose awaits restoration, the true value lies in the land itself. Imagine the possibilities for your custom home or distinctive vacation retreat. Enjoy quiet and calm surroundings, mature trees, and proximity to public beach access and South Whidbey State Park. Septic & Water on property. With its storied past and tranquil setting, this property offers a unique opportunity to create your personal island legacy. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of Whidbey Island's charming history.
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Listed by: Windermere RE/South Whidbey • Dana Hezel
Bought with: RE/MAX Gateway
$269,000
1885 Newman Road, Freeland, WA 98249
--beds
--baths
5.36Acres
Unimproved Land
Built in ----
5.36 Acres Lot
$300,100 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,713 Estimated rent
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$255,000 - $354,000
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Listed by:
Dana Hezel,
Windermere RE/South Whidbey
Bought with:
Kim Rossi, 126068
RE/MAX Gateway
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2266262
Facts & features
Interior
Features
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 5.36 Acres
- Features: Secluded, Brush, Evergreens, Partially Cleared
Details
- Parcel number: R229112353890
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: On Property
- Gas: Not Available
- Sewer: On Property, Septic: Conventional, Septic Design Installed
- Water: Available, On Property, Jurisdiction: Freeland Water
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Septic Design Installed
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Freeland
Location
- Region: Freeland
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $212,990
- Annual tax amount: $1,317
- Date on market: 8/12/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 709 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2024 | Sold | $269,000 |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2266262 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2024 | Pending sale | $269,000 |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2266262 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $269,000 |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2266262 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,583 +20.2% | $212,990 +10.4% |
| 2023 | $1,317 +2.6% | $192,990 +5.5% |
| 2022 | $1,283 +4.3% | $182,990 +23.7% |
| 2021 | $1,230 +2.3% | $147,990 |
| 2020 | $1,203 +13.9% | $147,990 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,057 -8.2% | $145,100 +3.6% |
| 2018 | $1,151 -10.4% | $140,100 -6.7% |
| 2017 | $1,285 +9.3% | $150,100 |
| 2016 | $1,176 +12.9% | $150,100 +17.4% |
| 2015 | $1,041 | $127,830 -0.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $128,226 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | $181,587 -29% |
| 2008 | -- | $255,909 +147.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $103,481 +26.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $82,072 +18.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $69,416 |
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Neighborhood: 98249
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10South Whidbey ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 4.7 mi
- 7/10South Whidbey Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 9/10South Whidbey High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: So. Whidbey Primary
- Middle: South Whidbey Middle
- High: So. Whidbey High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- Washington
- Island County
- Freeland
- 98249
- 1885 Newman Road
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