Welcome to Idlesse Cottages—one of Birch Bay’s most sought-after beachside communities! Just steps from the sand and directly across from the no-bank waterfront, this charming standalone cottage offers the perfect coastal escape. Rarely available, these cottages are ideal for seasonal getaways or comfortable year-round living, surrounded by miles of beautiful shoreline.One of the largest units in the complex, this 750 sq ft cottage features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and partial ocean views from the living room and oversized deck—perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. Recently remodeled and truly turnkey, the home includes a cozy fireplace, all appliances, and a bright, inviting interior.Enjoy fantastic community amenities including a pool and hot tub for the ultimate getaway feel. Conveniently located near the pool and the new community storage building, the unit also includes its own dedicated parking space. Exterior paint and sliding door both recently updated.Spend your days beachcombing, enjoying crab feeds, or taking evening strolls along the waterfront walkway. Ideally located just 20 minutes to Bellingham, minutes to the Canadian border, and only 1.5 hours north of Seattle—this is coastal living at its best.
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Listed by: eXp Realty • Julie A. Carter
Bought with: Windermere Real Estate/East
$430,000
8112 Birch Bay Drive #18, Blaine, WA 98230
2beds
750sqft
Single Family Residence, Condominium
Built in 1975
731 Square Feet Lot
$431,500 Zestimate®
$573/sqft
$1,973 Estimated rent
Home value
$431,500
$406,000 - $457,000
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Cozy fireplaceOversized deckDedicated parking spaceCharming standalone cottageBright inviting interior
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Listed by:
Julie A. Carter,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Abby Quinto, 24012161
Windermere Real Estate/East
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2494702
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Baseboard, See Remarks, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Cooking - Electric Hookup, Cooking-Electric
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 750
- Total interior livable area: 750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street, Uncovered
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Cooking-Electric, End Unit, Fireplace, Ground Floor, Soaking Tub
- Spa features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Ocean, Partial, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
- Waterfront features: Low Bank
Lot
- Size: 731 Square Feet
- Features: Dead End Street, Paved
Details
- Parcel number: 4051244970280017
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Condo (2 Levels)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Condominium
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Pool
- Subdivision: Birch Bay
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Sewer, Water
- HOA fee: $498 quarterly
Location
- Region: Blaine
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $573/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $258,652
- Annual tax amount: $3,639
- Date on market: 5/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 73 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Sold | $430,000-11.3%$573/sqft |
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| 5/31/2026 | Pending sale | $485,000$647/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #2494702 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2026 | Price change | $485,000-2.8%$647/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #2494702 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2026 | Price change | $499,000-3.9%$665/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #2494702 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $519,000+184.7%$692/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #2494702 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2013 | Sold | $182,280+55.7%$243/sqft |
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| 9/9/2004 | Sold | $117,100$156/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,885 +3.3% | $258,652 |
| 2023 | $1,824 -0.4% | $258,652 +15% |
| 2022 | $1,832 +12.1% | $224,915 +27.8% |
| 2021 | $1,634 +4.1% | $176,042 +13% |
| 2020 | $1,570 | $155,794 +8.5% |
| 2019 | $1,570 +4.3% | $143,584 +13.3% |
| 2018 | $1,505 +11.2% | $126,738 +8.8% |
| 2017 | $1,353 -1.7% | $116,450 +3% |
| 2016 | $1,377 +18.1% | $113,058 +7.1% |
| 2015 | $1,167 | $105,532 -1.1% |
| 2014 | $1,167 -3.2% | $106,660 |
| 2013 | $1,205 | $106,660 |
| 2012 | -- | $106,660 -3% |
| 2011 | -- | $110,009 -2.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $112,830 +4.1% |
| 2009 | $1,032 +2.7% | $108,420 |
| 2008 | $1,005 | $108,420 |
| 2007 | $1,005 +42.7% | $108,420 +95% |
| 2005 | $704 | $55,595 |
| 2004 | $704 -1.3% | $55,595 |
| 2003 | $714 +1.5% | $55,595 |
| 2002 | $703 -18.4% | $55,595 -19.3% |
| 2001 | $862 | $68,855 |
| 2000 | -- | $68,855 |
| 1999 | -- | $68,855 |
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Neighborhood: 98230
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GreatSchools rating
- NABlaine Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 3.8 mi
- 7/10Blaine Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4 mi
- 6/10Blaine High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 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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