Tucked along the shoreline of Goss Lake, this charming blue cabin at 4945 Lakeside Dr proves that great things come in small packages. Brimming with character and possibility, it’s ready to enjoy as-is, transform into a stylish retreat, or capitalize on its strong short-term rental appeal. The home offers solid bones and an inviting feel, paired with a dock and deck that showcase sweeping lake views—perfect for morning coffee or sunset unwinding. With 65 feet of waterfront, you’ll enjoy direct access to the warm, swimmable waters of Goss Lake. The generous lot features multiple level areas, opening the door to future expansion. Whether you envision building a larger custom home while keeping the existing cabin as a guest house, or simply enhancing what’s already here, the potential is clear. Rare waterfront opportunity with flexibility, views, and charm—ready for your vision.
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Listed by: MLS4owners.com • Chris C. Nye
Price cut: $40K (6/5)
$699,000
4945 Lakeside Drive, Langley, WA 98260
1beds
396sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.69 Acres Lot
$666,100 Zestimate®
$1,765/sqft
$54/mo HOA
What's special
Charming blue cabinInviting feel
- 74 days |
- 796 |
- 59 |
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Listed by:
Chris C. Nye,
MLS4owners.com
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2516867
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Radiant, Electric
Cooling
- None
Features
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood
- Basement: Daylight
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 396
- Total interior livable area: 396 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: 65
Lot
- Size: 0.69 Acres
- Features: Deck, Dock, High Speed Internet, Outdoor Fireplace, Patio
- Residential vegetation: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: S702500000592
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Community, Company: Goss Lake
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Langley
HOA
- Services included: Water
- HOA fee: $650 annually
- HOA phone: 206-387-7167
Location
- Region: Langley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,765/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $431,975
- Annual tax amount: $3,116
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 75 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
Estimated market value
$666,100
$633,000 - $699,000
$1,530/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Price change | $699,000-5.4%$1,765/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2516867 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Price change | $739,000-6.3%$1,866/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2516867 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $789,000-1.3%$1,992/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2516867 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2026 | Listing removed | $799,000$2,018/sqft |
Source: Realogics Sothebys International Realty #2416422 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2025 | Price change | $799,000-10.7%$2,018/sqft |
Source: Realogics Sothebys International Realty #2416422 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $895,000+155.7%$2,260/sqft |
Source: Realogics Sothebys International Realty #2416422 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2022 | Sold | $350,000$884/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,116 +11% | $431,975 +1.2% |
| 2023 | $2,807 +8.1% | $426,993 +11.2% |
| 2022 | $2,595 +15.6% | $384,139 +37.1% |
| 2021 | $2,245 +2.1% | $280,242 +0.3% |
| 2020 | $2,199 +16.1% | $279,521 -12.9% |
| 2019 | $1,894 -22.8% | $320,992 +27.8% |
| 2018 | $2,453 +45.7% | $251,085 +24.7% |
| 2017 | $1,683 +39.5% | $201,271 +28.5% |
| 2016 | $1,206 -3.3% | $156,645 -0.2% |
| 2015 | $1,247 | $157,018 +35.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $116,120 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | $211,613 -1.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $215,216 -0.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $215,799 +43.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $150,027 +5.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $142,092 +45% |
| 2002 | -- | $98,007 +1.6% |
| 2000 | $978 | $96,432 |
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Neighborhood: 98260
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10South Whidbey ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 3.5 mi
- 7/10South Whidbey Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 9/10South Whidbey High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
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