Large vacant in-town lot on iconic Sims Way with sweeping views of Port Townsend Bay, the marina and Boat Haven, ferry traffic, the Jefferson County Courthouse, and the Olympic Mountains. Enjoy ever-changing maritime scenery, passing sailboats and ferries, and stunning sunsets from this elevated setting overlooking the heart of Port Townsend’s working waterfront. A prime opportunity for a custom home or investment property designed to capture the exceptional views and dynamic surroundings. The setting allows for thoughtful design with view-oriented living spaces, decks, or patios to take full advantage of the bay, city landmarks, and mountain backdrop. Rare chance to build in a central location with remarkable scenery in one of Washington’s most charming and historic coastal communities. Located just a short distance from downtown Port Townsend, this property offers convenient access to restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, galleries, parks, and waterfront trails. Whether heading to the farmers market, marina, or ferry terminal, everything that defines the Port Townsend lifestyle is close by. Much of the work has been done. Seller has a geotechnical report, civil engineering report, architectural rendering for an 8-plex and topographical survey. Address is for location purposes only.
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Listed by: RE/MAX FIRST Inc Port Townsend
Price cut: $70K (6/18)
$158,000
687 W Sims Way, Port Townsend, WA 98368
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0.33Acres
Unimproved Land
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0.33 Acres Lot
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What's special
Passing sailboats and ferriesEver-changing maritime sceneryLarge vacant in-town lot
- 148 days |
- 129 |
- 6 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Terry L. Smith,
RE/MAX FIRST Inc Port Townsend
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2476253
Facts & features
Interior
Features
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Mountain(s), Ocean, Sea, Sound, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean,Sea,Sound
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Dimensions: 128 x 118 x 204 x 137
- Features: Adjacent to Public Land
- Topography: Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 948318804
- Zoning: R-II (Single Family)
- Zoning description: Residential,Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Available
- Gas: Not Available
- Sewer: Available
- Water: Available, Jurisdiction: City of Port Townsend
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Port Townsend
Location
- Region: Pt Townsend
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: $995
- Date on market: 2/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 149 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Price change | $158,000-30.7% |
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| 2/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $228,000 |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 98368
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Salish Coast ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Blue Heron Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10Port Townsend High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Salish Coast Elementary
- Middle: Blue Heron Mid
- High: Port Townsend 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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- Washington
- Jefferson County
- Port Townsend
- 98368
- 687 W Sims Way







