Nestled in the heart of Birch Bay Village, this enchanting cottage feels like a step into an English garden. Fully fenced and bursting with charm, the flowers bloom all around. A sweet arched entrance draws you inside, where a bright, airy atmosphere awaits, with a raised ceiling and abundant windows. Two bedrooms, a flexible den, and two updated bathrooms offer comfort at every turn. Step outside to a lovely outdoor space with 2 decks, perfect for relaxing or entertaining on the ground’s serenity. With a two-car garage and plenty of outdoor parking, this is the best "bang for your buck" in Birch Bay Village, just moments from the beach and all the seaside delights!
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Listed by: Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. • Faith A. Ulate
$538,000
8142 Cowichan Road, Blaine, WA 98230
2beds
1,367sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$3,494/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
10,541 Square Feet Lot
$526,100 Zestimate®
$394/sqft
$255/mo HOA
What's special
Plenty of outdoor parkingTwo-car garageAbundant windowsTwo updated bathroomsRaised ceilingFlowers bloom all aroundFlexible den
- 31 days |
- 771 |
- 58 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Faith A. Ulate,
Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2552391
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Den office
- 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
- Baseboard, Fireplace Insert, Heat Pump, Radiant, Stove/Free Standing, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: gas, Water Heater Location: garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,367
- Total interior livable area: 1,367 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, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 10,541 Square Feet
- Features: Paved, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gated Entry, Green House, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 405123357049
- Special conditions: Standard
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: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1974
- Major remodel year: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Birch Bay Water and Sewer
- Water: Community, Company: Birch Bay Water and Sewer
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Athletic Court, Boat Launch, CCRs, Clubhouse, Gated, Golf, Park, Playground
- Security: Security Service
- Subdivision: Birch Bay Village
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Security
- HOA fee: $255 monthly
- HOA phone: 360-371-7744
Location
- Region: Blaine
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $394/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $488,395
- Annual tax amount: $3,567
- Date on market: 7/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 33 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$526,100
$500,000 - $552,000
$2,497/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $538,000+411%$394/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2552391 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2000 | Sold | $105,294$77/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,502 +4% | $488,395 |
| 2023 | $3,366 -2.5% | $488,395 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $3,454 +20.8% | $434,129 +37.8% |
| 2021 | $2,859 +5.1% | $315,038 +14% |
| 2020 | $2,721 | $276,353 +6.3% |
| 2019 | $2,721 +2.4% | $260,095 +12.5% |
| 2018 | $2,658 +9.7% | $231,168 +14.1% |
| 2017 | $2,424 +2.8% | $202,684 +5.1% |
| 2016 | $2,357 +10.8% | $192,849 -1.7% |
| 2015 | $2,127 | $196,198 +4.5% |
| 2014 | $2,127 +2% | $187,755 +1.1% |
| 2013 | $2,085 | $185,706 |
| 2012 | -- | $185,706 -2.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $190,944 -3.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $197,333 -23.3% |
| 2009 | $2,365 -0.3% | $257,410 |
| 2008 | $2,373 | $257,410 |
| 2007 | $2,373 +51.8% | $257,410 +108.6% |
| 2005 | $1,563 | $123,405 |
| 2004 | $1,563 -1.3% | $123,405 |
| 2003 | $1,584 +1.5% | $123,405 |
| 2002 | $1,561 +9.8% | $123,405 +8.7% |
| 2001 | $1,421 | $113,530 |
| 2000 | -- | $113,530 +14% |
| 1999 | -- | $99,565 |
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Neighborhood: 98230
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NABlaine Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 4.1 mi
- 7/10Blaine Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.3 mi
- 6/10Blaine High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 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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