Imagine a gated waterfront homestead so private and expansive it feels less like a traditional home and more like your own personal park. Perched on a high-bank double lot at the end of a quiet no-thru-traffic road, a property is a rare sanctuary of security and exclusivity, where the beauty of the Pacific Northwest serves as your daily backdrop. Designed as a private resort the estate offers an unparalleled blend of nature and luxury. The remodeled 2-bedroom main house acts as a sophisticated anchor flowing seamlessly onto a massive wraparound deck built for golden hour sunsets and panoramic views of the San Juan Islands. Just steps away a detached garage features a fully equipped mother-in-law suite providing a secluded retreat for guests, extended living, or a high-end creative studio. The true magic lies in the grounds. With 100 feet of pristine high-bank waterfront overlooking the shimmering waters of the Salish Sea, this residence is a rare gem that offers unparalleled coastal living and serenity. Host the ultimate summer reunions with ample space for RVs, this is a place where everyone can gather in comfort without ever feeling crowded. It’s an escape that prioritizes peace and play in equal measure. Whether you’re watching eagles soar from the deck or hosting a season-long retreat for the whole family, this isn't just a residence—it’s an irreplaceable waterfront legacy. Experience the serenity of a life lived on the water’s edge.
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Listed by: COMPASS • Michelle R Harrington
Bought with: COMPASS
$1,005,000
5551 Maple Way, Blaine, WA 98230
2beds
1,362sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.75 Acres Lot
$1,005,300 Zestimate®
$738/sqft
$2,588 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,005,300
$955,000 - $1.07M
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Detached garageFully equipped mother-in-law suiteGated waterfront homesteadAmple space for rvsHigh-bank double lotMassive wraparound deckSecluded retreat for guests
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Listed by:
Michelle R Harrington,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Jennifer Ryan, 21013230
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2532498
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Stove/Free Standing, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Pantry
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,362
- Total interior livable area: 1,362 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Islands, Ocean, Sound, Strait
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Sound,Strait
- Waterfront features: High Bank, Ocean Front, Saltwater, Sea
- Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: 100
Lot
- Size: 0.75 Acres
- Dimensions: 106 x 129 x 103 x 120
- Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Cabana/Gazebo, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, Propane, RV Parking
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3951111623220000
- Zoning: R5A
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: Propane Tank
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Wood Siding, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1958
- Major remodel year: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Community, Private, See Remarks, Shared Well, Shares, Company: Grandview Water Assn
- Utilities for property: Starlink
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Birch Bay
Location
- Region: Blaine
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $738/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $936,119
- Annual tax amount: $7,235
- Date on market: 7/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 36 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Sold | $1,005,000-3.3%$738/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2532498 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2026 | Pending sale | $1,039,000$763/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2532498 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,039,000+48.6%$763/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2532498 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2013 | Listing removed | $699,000$513/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #489028 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2013 | Price change | $699,000-3.5%$513/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #489028 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2013 | Listed for sale | $724,500-9.4%$532/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #489028 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2012 | Listing removed | $799,500$587/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #389197 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2012 | Listed for sale | $799,500+220.7%$587/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #389197 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2003 | Sold | $249,269$183/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,704 +4.4% | $936,119 |
| 2023 | $6,421 -4.3% | $936,119 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $6,712 -2.4% | $832,106 +10.9% |
| 2021 | $6,875 +6.3% | $750,639 +14% |
| 2020 | $6,469 | $658,464 +6.3% |
| 2019 | $6,469 +2.7% | $619,728 +12.5% |
| 2018 | $6,299 +10.5% | $550,803 +14.1% |
| 2017 | $5,701 +3.1% | $482,935 +5.1% |
| 2016 | $5,531 +13.4% | $459,500 -0.2% |
| 2015 | $4,876 | $460,528 +4.5% |
| 2014 | $4,876 +2% | $440,708 +1.1% |
| 2013 | $4,779 | $435,895 |
| 2012 | -- | $435,895 -5.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $460,743 -12.7% |
| 2009 | $4,559 -1.9% | $527,830 |
| 2008 | $4,649 +82% | $527,830 +155.1% |
| 2005 | $2,554 | $206,880 |
| 2004 | $2,554 -1.4% | $206,880 |
| 2003 | $2,592 +1.6% | $206,880 |
| 2002 | $2,550 +4.1% | $206,880 +4.7% |
| 2001 | $2,449 | $197,525 |
| 2000 | -- | $197,525 |
| 1999 | -- | $197,525 |
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Neighborhood: 98230
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GreatSchools rating
- NABlaine Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 7.6 mi
- 7/10Blaine Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.7 mi
- 6/10Blaine High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.7 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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