Tucked into Coupeville’s sought-after Sierra neighborhood, 735 La Palabra is the kind of Whidbey home that feels even better in person. Set on the west side between Oak Harbor and Coupeville, you’ll love the ever-changing views—Olympic Mountains, oceanscape, and a backdrop of evergreens that keep life feeling calm and connected to nature. Fort Ebey State Park is just a couple of minutes away for even more sightseeing and miles of trails. Inside, the single-level layout has that “just right” flow: open enough for easy entertaining, yet defined spaces that make daily living feel effortless. The beautifully remodeled kitchen and baths bring a fresh, modern feel, and the meticulous care from the current owners means you can truly move right in, no projects, no second-guessing. Outside is where the lifestyle shines: this home includes two additional lots. One is adjacent for expanded garden space, plus another across the street that houses and protects the septic drainfield. Add a generously sized attached two-car garage for hobbies, storage, or weekend gear. If gardening is not your thing, then take solace in the existing low-maintenance and drought-tolerant landscaping that already exists. And Sierra? It’s genuinely neighborly with gatherings, camaraderie, and amenities you’ll actually use: clubhouse, summer heated pool, and play structure. A home that offers the Whidbey rhythm everyone hopes to find.
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Listed by: Windermere Whidbey Island • Kristen Stavros
Bought with: Windermere Whidbey Island
$775,000
735 La Palabra Street, Coupeville, WA 98239
3beds
1,891sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
0.58 Acres Lot
$784,500 Zestimate®
$410/sqft
$3,103 Estimated rent
Home value
$784,500
$706,000 - $871,000
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Single-level layoutTwo additional lots
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: Feb 15
Listed by:
Kristen Stavros,
Windermere Whidbey Island
Bought with:
Clayton Miller, 18736
Windermere Whidbey Island
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2478670
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
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Fireplace Insert, Forced Air, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Dishwasher(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Water Heater: Propane, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Carpet
- 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: 1,891
- Total interior livable area: 1,891 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Ocean, Partial, Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Sound
Lot
- Size: 0.58 Acres
- Features: Paved, Value In Land, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Propane
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: S816003160130
- Zoning: Rural Residential
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: Propane Tank
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Wood Siding, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1996
- Major remodel year: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Community, Company: Sierra Country Club
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: CCRs, Clubhouse
- Subdivision: Coupeville
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Road Maintenance
- HOA fee: $183 monthly
Location
- Region: Coupeville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $410/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $640,064
- Annual tax amount: $4,495
- Offers reviewed: 02/15/2026
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 104 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/13/2026 | Sold | $775,000$410/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2478670 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2026 | Pending sale | $775,000$410/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2478670 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $775,000+143.7%$410/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2478670 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2013 | Sold | $318,000-2.2%$168/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #415443 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2013 | Pending sale | $325,000$172/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whidbey Island #415443 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2012 | Listed for sale | $325,000$172/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whidbey Island #415443 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2012 | Pending sale | $325,000$172/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whidbey Island #415443 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2012 | Listed for sale | $325,000$172/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whidbey Island #415443 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,035 -12.3% | $640,064 -0.7% |
| 2023 | $4,603 +1.8% | $644,556 +7.7% |
| 2022 | $4,520 +10% | $598,702 +26.6% |
| 2021 | $4,109 +11.6% | $473,055 +5% |
| 2020 | $3,683 +29% | $450,688 +12.4% |
| 2019 | $2,856 -12.5% | $400,966 +15.2% |
| 2018 | $3,264 +5.9% | $348,039 +7.4% |
| 2017 | $3,083 +10.7% | $324,003 +4.1% |
| 2016 | $2,785 -4.8% | $311,099 -0.7% |
| 2015 | $2,925 | $313,194 +17.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $267,385 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | $350,603 -5.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $370,328 -0.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $370,830 +1.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $366,589 +45.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $251,393 +41.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $177,550 +4.8% |
| 2000 | $1,652 | $169,388 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 98239
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Coupeville Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.8 mi
- 6/10Coupeville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4 mi
- 6/10Coupeville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Coupeville Elem
- Middle: Coupeville Mid
- High: Coupeville 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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