Dreaming of beachside living with water views and stunning sunsets? This newer, beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and quality craftsmanship. Vaulted ceilings, rich eucalyptus wood floors, and an open-concept layout create a warm, inviting space ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen features a large center island, abundant cabinetry, and plenty of prep space for cooking and gathering. A wall of west-facing windows fills the home with natural light and captures breathtaking water views, while the covered front patio is the perfect place to relax and enjoy evening sunsets. The generous primary suite includes a well-appointed bath with a beautifully tiled walk-in shower and great storage. Additional features include a large garage with attic storage, a separate shop ideal for hobbies or woodworking, and a beautifully landscaped yard with sprinkler system. RV parking with hookups, a firepit, and plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors complete the property. Pride of ownership shows throughout—well cared for and truly move-in ready. Come experience the coastal lifestyle this home has to offer.
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Listed by: Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. • Karen Timmer
Bought with: John L. Scott Bellingham
$810,000
6968 Birch Bay Dr., Blaine, WA 98230
3beds
1,698sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$815,500 Zestimate®
$477/sqft
$2,749 Estimated rent
Home value
$815,500
$742,000 - $889,000
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Covered front patioBreathtaking water viewsSpacious kitchenRv parking with hookupsNatural lightRich eucalyptus wood floorsGenerous primary suite
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Listed by:
Karen Timmer,
Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.,
Tiffany Braun,
Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Bought with:
Molly Chapman, 24000098
John L. Scott Bellingham
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2513469
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Ductless, Fireplace Insert, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: tankless - natural gas, Water Heater Location: laundry room
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, High Tech Cabling
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,698
- Total interior livable area: 1,698 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage, RV Parking
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Security System, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Ocean, See Remarks, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 9,147 Square Feet
- Features: Paved, Cable TV, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking, Shop, Sprinkler System
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3951023200920000
- Zoning: UR4
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame,1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement/Concrete
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
- Water: Public, Company: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Birch Bay
Location
- Region: Blaine
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $477/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $636,796
- Annual tax amount: $4,938
- Date on market: 6/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 26 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2026 | Sold | $810,000+1.4%$477/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2513469 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2026 | Pending sale | $799,000$471/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2513469 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,000+965.3%$471/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2513469 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2014 | Sold | $75,000-16.6%$44/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #525944 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2014 | Pending sale | $89,900$53/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #525944 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2013 | Listed for sale | $89,900$53/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate Whatcom #525944 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,584 +4.6% | $636,796 |
| 2023 | $4,381 -4.3% | $636,796 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $4,578 +8.7% | $566,041 +23.2% |
| 2021 | $4,211 +6.2% | $459,484 +14% |
| 2020 | $3,966 | $403,061 +6.3% |
| 2019 | $3,966 +2.7% | $379,351 +12.5% |
| 2018 | $3,862 +10.5% | $337,160 +14.1% |
| 2017 | $3,496 +3.1% | $295,616 +5.1% |
| 2016 | $3,392 +15.3% | $281,271 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,943 | $277,189 +284.8% |
| 2014 | $2,943 +251.2% | $72,038 -16% |
| 2013 | $838 | $85,750 |
| 2012 | -- | $85,750 +2.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $83,659 |
| 2010 | -- | $83,659 -0.5% |
| 2009 | $786 +6.6% | $84,065 |
| 2008 | $738 | $84,065 |
| 2007 | $738 +52.8% | $84,065 +115% |
| 2005 | $483 +900% | $39,105 |
| 2004 | $48 -90.1% | $39,105 |
| 2003 | $490 +1.6% | $39,105 |
| 2002 | $482 +33.3% | $39,105 +34.1% |
| 2001 | $362 | $29,170 |
| 2000 | -- | $29,170 |
| 1999 | -- | $29,170 |
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Neighborhood: 98230
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GreatSchools rating
- NABlaine Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 6.9 mi
- 7/10Blaine Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.1 mi
- 6/10Blaine High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.1 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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