Dreamy Orcas Island estate offers tranquility, yet only minutes to Eastsound. Custom home with finishes of exceptional quality, such as metal tile roof, copper-wrapped rafter tails & in-floor radiant heat & cooling. Primary bedroom offers sweeping Bay & territorial views. Interior spaces with high ceilings & extensive wood detailing. Kitchen opens to great room for relaxed island living. 3 bedrooms, 2.75 bathrooms & additional unfinished space on the lower level. Located on Buck Mountain w/appx. 4.99 acres with madrona & cedar adding a feeling of privacy. Some of seller's plans, such as a large stone "waterfall" hardscape remain unfinished, yet it's easy to envision the dream. Private road leads to plenty of parking for guests.
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Listed by:
Carol A. Cattle,
Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.,
John Dunning,
Windermere RE Orcas Island
Bought with: Orcas Island Realty
$1,000,000
279 Parker Reef Road, Orcas Island, WA 98245
3beds
4,258sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
4.99 Acres Lot
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$235/sqft
$4,677 Estimated rent
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 10, 2026 at 12:36pm
Listed by:
Carol A. Cattle,
Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.,
John Dunning,
Windermere RE Orcas Island
Bought with:
Mary M. Clure, 2040
Orcas Island Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2421511
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Radiant, Propane, See Remarks
Cooling
- Radiant
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Propane, Water Heater Location: Shop/basement
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Concrete, Slate, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Daylight,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, See Remarks, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,258
- Total interior livable area: 4,258 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), See Remarks, Sound, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Sound
Lot
- Size: 4.99 Acres
- Features: Secluded, Deck, Gated Entry, Outbuildings, Shop
- Topography: Level,Sloped,Terraces
- Residential vegetation: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 171823012000
- Zoning: SFR
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: See Remarks
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: No
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Northwest Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal,See Remarks,Tile
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: OPALCO
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Community, See Remarks, Company: Well
- Utilities for property: Orcas Online
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: CCRs, Trail(s)
Location
- Region: Eastsound
- Subdivision: Eastsound
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $647 annually
- Services included: Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Cumulative days on market: 172 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/5/2026 | Sold | $1,000,000-13%$235/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2421511 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2026 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$270/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2421511 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2026 | Price change | $1,150,000-4.2%$270/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2421511 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000$282/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2421511 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2026 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$282/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2421511 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,665 -14.3% | $1,838,690 -21.1% |
| 2023 | $12,441 -1.8% | $2,329,400 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $12,672 | $2,146,440 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 98245
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Orcas Island Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Orcas Island Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Orcas Island High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Orcas Isl Mid
- High: Orcas Isl 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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- Washington
- San Juan County
- Eastsound
- 98245
- 279 Parker Reef Road