This rare gem offers the perfect Birch Bay location: serene beachfront and moments to the beach town action. W/panoramic ocean and Orcas Island vistas, this spacious property gives mid-century charm, featuring warm wood accents, vaulted ceilings, & skylights to view eagles and herons soar by. Walls of windows frame sparkling water views and sunsets. Currently configured as three living spaces, it is ideal for multi-generational living or co-buying, or it can be restored to a spacious single-family layout. Tranquil ambiance & versatile possibilities await, including potential rentals. Witness migrating gray whales from your early summer perch. Don't miss the private beach, tidelands title, two decks, and endless outdoor delights.
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Listed by: eXp Realty • Stacy Graves
Bought with: COMPASS
$900,000
8244 Birch Bay Drive, Blaine, WA 98230
4beds
2,480sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1982
0.8 Acres Lot
$882,600 Zestimate®
$363/sqft
$3,474 Estimated rent
Home value
$882,600
$812,000 - $953,000
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Warm wood accentsPrivate beachVaulted ceilingsPerfect birch bay locationSpacious property
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Listed by:
Stacy Graves,
eXp Realty,
Christopher Erdmann,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Heather Taylor, 26016029
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2230344
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Baseboard, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer(s), Washer(s), Dishwasher(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Upper Level: 2, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,480
- Total interior livable area: 2,480 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: RV Parking, Driveway
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Laminate, Skylight(s), Fireplace
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Ocean, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
- Waterfront features: Low Bank, Bayfront
Lot
- Size: 0.8 Acres
- Features: Cable TV, Deck, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: PartialSlope
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 4051241701730000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tri-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood Siding, Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1982
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Available, Company: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
- Water: Public, Company: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Birch Bay
Location
- Region: Blaine
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $363/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $768,441
- Annual tax amount: $5,274
- Date on market: 4/28/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 450 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwashers, Dryers, Microwaves, Refrigerators, StovesRanges, Washers
- Total actual rent: 4300
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/31/2024 | Sold | $900,000-9.9%$363/sqft |
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| 5/16/2024 | Pending sale | $999,000$403/sqft |
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| 5/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $999,000+107.7%$403/sqft |
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| 11/21/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/29/2021 | Price change | $2,400-7.7%$1/sqft |
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| 9/11/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,600+30%$1/sqft |
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| 8/4/2021 | Sold | $480,877+51.5%$194/sqft |
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| 7/12/2020 | Listing removed | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 7/10/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 12/9/2010 | Sold | $317,500-5.2%$128/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #116175 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2010 | Pending sale | $334,900$135/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #116175 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2010 | Price change | $334,900-4.3%$135/sqft |
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| 9/24/2010 | Price change | $349,900-6.7%$141/sqft |
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| 9/2/2010 | Price change | $374,900-6.3%$151/sqft |
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| 8/12/2010 | Listed for sale | $399,900-1.3%$161/sqft |
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| 7/8/2010 | Sold | $405,000-23.4%$163/sqft |
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| 5/22/2010 | Listed for sale | $529,000-3.6%$213/sqft |
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| 4/18/2010 | Listing removed | $549,000$221/sqft |
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| 3/15/2010 | Listed for sale | $549,000$221/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,469 +3.7% | $768,441 |
| 2023 | $5,274 -2.5% | $768,441 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $5,412 +8.6% | $683,059 +23.5% |
| 2021 | $4,983 +6% | $553,008 +15% |
| 2020 | $4,700 | $480,877 +6.3% |
| 2019 | $4,700 +2.3% | $452,570 +12.4% |
| 2018 | $4,593 +9.7% | $402,618 +14.1% |
| 2017 | $4,188 +2.8% | $352,998 +6% |
| 2016 | $4,074 +15% | $333,017 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $3,543 | $330,347 |
| 2014 | $3,543 +2.4% | -- |
| 2013 | $3,460 | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | $318,151 -2.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $326,733 -10.3% |
| 2009 | $3,330 -1.3% | $364,325 |
| 2008 | $3,372 | $364,325 |
| 2007 | $3,372 | $364,325 +98.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $183,205 |
| 2004 | $681 -41.1% | $183,205 |
| 2003 | $1,156 -51.1% | $183,205 -2% |
| 2002 | $2,365 +43.8% | $186,980 +2.1% |
| 2001 | $1,644 | $183,205 |
| 2000 | -- | $183,205 |
| 1999 | -- | $183,205 |
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Neighborhood: 98230
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GreatSchools rating
- NABlaine Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 3.6 mi
- 7/10Blaine Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 6/10Blaine High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 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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