Truly a legacy property, “WHISPERING CEDARS” on Lake Whatcom in coveted South Bay, is now offered for the first time in over 25 years. Accessed by a long meandering drive through towering cedars & rhododendrons, this serene 2.5 acre property is a sanctuary in nature. The 5,200 square foot custom home is positioned on a point with 240 feet of shoreline where expansive water & fjord-like mountain views are absolutely breathtaking. The nearby trails & creeks offer a refreshing alternative after soaking up the summer sun on the dock and multiple decks. Features include an open floor plan for entertaining, beautiful wood throughout, a stunning spiral staircase, a massive stone fireplace, plus much more. A PROPERTY FOR GENERATIONS TO ENJOY!
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Listed by: Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. • Chet E. Kenoyer
Bought with: eXp Realty
$2,253,000
3838 S Bay Drive, Sedro Woolley, WA 98284
4beds
5,167sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
2.5 Acres Lot
$2,263,500 Zestimate®
$436/sqft
$4,697 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,263,500
$2.06M - $2.49M
$4,697/mo
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Massive stone fireplaceNearby trails and creeksLong meandering driveTowering cedars and rhododendronsStunning spiral staircaseSanctuary in nature
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Listed by:
Chet E. Kenoyer,
Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Bought with:
Michael Nibler, 22016648
eXp Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2451735
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Den office
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Baseboard, Forced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified), Electric
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Central Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Loft, Pantry, Sauna
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,167
- Total interior livable area: 5,167 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage, RV Parking
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Built-In Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Loft, Pantry, Sauna, Skylight(s), Solarium/Atrium, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Mountain(s), Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake, No Bank
- Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: 200+
Lot
- Size: 2.5 Acres
- Features: Secluded, Cable TV, Deck, Dock, Dog Run, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Moorage, RV Parking
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3704272494680000
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Wired for Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1979
- Major remodel year: 1979
Details
- Builder name: Andrews
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Lake, Company: Drawn from Lake
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Trail(s)
- Subdivision: South Bay
Location
- Region: Sedro Woolley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $436/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,291,922
- Annual tax amount: $16,760
- Date on market: 4/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 410 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Sold | $2,253,000-9.9%$436/sqft |
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| 3/23/2026 | Pending sale | $2,500,000$484/sqft |
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| 11/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000$484/sqft |
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| 11/6/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $6,500-7.1%$1/sqft |
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| 9/16/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $7,000+7.7%$1/sqft |
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| 2/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/4/2023 | Listed for rent | $6,500+12.1%$1/sqft |
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| 10/24/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/23/2022 | Listed for rent | $5,800-7.9%$1/sqft |
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| 7/16/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/15/2022 | Listed for rent | $6,300+8.6%$1/sqft |
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| 9/4/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/4/2021 | Listed for rent | $5,800$1/sqft |
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| 5/13/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/12/2021 | Listed for rent | $5,800+52.6%$1/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/28/2015 | Listing removed | $3,800$1/sqft |
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| 6/28/2015 | Listed for rent | $3,800$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16,952 +1.1% | $2,291,922 -7% |
| 2023 | $16,760 -6.3% | $2,464,436 +9% |
| 2022 | $17,896 +13.5% | $2,260,925 +10.2% |
| 2021 | $15,771 +9.9% | $2,052,224 +46.3% |
| 2020 | $14,351 | $1,402,559 |
| 2019 | $14,351 -0.2% | $1,402,559 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $14,381 +11.9% | $1,375,879 +3.3% |
| 2017 | $12,853 -19.9% | $1,332,217 +10.6% |
| 2016 | $16,051 +29.5% | $1,204,427 +10.8% |
| 2014 | $12,394 -3.2% | $1,087,285 +2.1% |
| 2013 | $12,810 | $1,064,922 +0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,060,530 -6.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,138,608 -2.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,166,920 -6.2% |
| 2009 | $12,630 +91.9% | $1,244,170 |
| 2008 | $6,583 | $1,244,170 +101.1% |
| 2007 | $6,583 -24.8% | $618,645 |
| 2005 | $8,755 | $618,645 |
| 2004 | $8,755 +12.6% | $618,645 +16.7% |
| 2003 | $7,772 -0.2% | $530,320 |
| 2002 | $7,784 +0.1% | $530,320 |
| 2001 | $7,772 | $530,320 |
| 2000 | -- | $530,320 +4.1% |
| 1999 | -- | $509,265 |
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Neighborhood: 98284
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Acme Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 4.6 mi
- 3/10Mount Baker Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 10.9 mi
- 5/10Mount Baker Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Acme Elem
- Middle: Mount Baker Jnr High
- High: Mount Baker Snr 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
- Whatcom County
- Sedro Woolley
- 98284
- 3838 S Bay Drive
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