Welcome to your Birch Bay retreat! This updated 1,520 sq ft home features fresh interior and exterior paint, brand-new carpet, newer appliances, and stylish newer countertops—move-in ready and low-maintenance. The large yard offers plenty of space for outdoor living, gardening, or future improvements. Just a short walk to the beach, enjoy coastal living with easy access to shoreline strolls, sunsets, and recreation. Ideal as a primary residence, vacation getaway, or smart investment opportunity! With affordability in strong demand in the Birch Bay area, this property offers excellent potential for both enjoyment and income. Don’t miss this opportunity near the water!
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Listed by: Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. • Wynden Holman
Bought with: Windermere Real Estate JS
$482,500
4868 Lighthouse Drive, Blaine, WA 98230
3beds
1,520sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$488,800 Zestimate®
$317/sqft
$2,523 Estimated rent
Home value
$488,800
$445,000 - $533,000
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Stylish newer countertopsOutdoor livingNewer appliancesLarge yardBrand-new carpet
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Listed by:
Wynden Holman,
Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.,
Jonas Schumacher,
Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Bought with:
Kathy D. West, 109246
Windermere Real Estate JS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2437497
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Features
- Bath Off Primary
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,520
- Total interior livable area: 1,520 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Patio
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 4001310400870000
- Zoning: URM6
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement/Concrete, Wood Siding, Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 2004
- Major remodel year: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: bb
- Water: Public, Company: bb water and sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: CCRs
- Subdivision: Blaine
Location
- Region: Blaine
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $317/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $450,705
- Annual tax amount: $3,241
- Date on market: 11/13/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 135 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Farm Home Loan,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/5/2025 | Sold | $482,500-3.5%$317/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2437497 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2025 | Pending sale | $499,900$329/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2437497 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,900$329/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2437497 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,241 +4.1% | $450,705 |
| 2023 | $3,113 -2.5% | $450,705 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $3,194 +1.5% | $400,627 +15.3% |
| 2021 | $3,146 +5.1% | $347,521 +14% |
| 2020 | $2,994 | $304,846 +6.3% |
| 2019 | $2,994 +2.5% | $286,913 +12.5% |
| 2018 | $2,922 +9.7% | $255,003 +14.1% |
| 2017 | $2,663 +2.8% | $223,582 +5.1% |
| 2016 | $2,590 +23.7% | $212,733 +10.1% |
| 2015 | $2,094 | $193,305 +4.5% |
| 2014 | $2,094 +2% | $184,987 +1.1% |
| 2013 | $2,053 | $182,970 |
| 2012 | -- | $182,970 -2.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $188,346 -3.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $194,727 -2.1% |
| 2009 | $1,844 +0.6% | $198,820 |
| 2008 | $1,833 | $198,820 |
| 2007 | $1,833 -7.4% | $198,820 +27.3% |
| 2005 | $1,979 | $156,205 |
| 2004 | $1,979 +305.8% | $156,205 +311.1% |
| 2003 | $488 | $38,000 |
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Neighborhood: 98230
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GreatSchools rating
- NABlaine Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 5.7 mi
- 7/10Blaine Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.8 mi
- 6/10Blaine High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Blaine Elem
- Middle: Blaine Mid
- High: Blaine 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.
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