Welcome to your quiet refuge in the forest with stunning westward views of the Salish Sea and Canadian Gulf Islands. Located in Orcas Highlands, this NW style home is nestled on 1.14 acres and offers comforting warmth with 2 fireplaces and a wood burning soapstone stove, a sun-filled kitchen with adjoining utility room, and master bedroom with ensuite bathroom on the main floor. Lower floor includes a den/office, ¾ bath, and bedroom. Throughout are custom design features including built-in dressers in both bedrooms. All primary rooms have access to the surrounding decks and endless views. Conveniently close to Moran State Park, Rosario Resort, and Eastsound Village. Furnishings available with sale of home.
Sold
Listed by:
Marie Baxter,
Windermere RE Orcas Island,
Jeffory L King,
Windermere RE Orcas Island
Bought with: COMPASS
$717,000
549 Switchback Road, Orcas Island, WA 98245
2beds
1,935sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
1.18 Acres Lot
$843,000 Zestimate®
$371/sqft
$3,127 Estimated rent
Home value
$843,000
$776,000 - $927,000
$3,127/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 16, 2023 at 04:17pm
Listed by:
Marie Baxter,
Windermere RE Orcas Island,
Jeffory L King,
Windermere RE Orcas Island
Bought with:
Marty Zier, 13219
COMPASS
Deborah Hansen, 18845
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 2076821
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher_, Dryer, GarbageDisposal_, Microwave_, Refrigerator_, StoveRange_, Trash Compactor, Washer, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveRange, Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Utility Room
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Upper Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,935
- Total interior livable area: 1,935 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Mountain(s), Ocean, Sea, Sound, Strait
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean,Sound,Strait
Lot
- Size: 1.18 Acres
- Features: Secluded, Deck, High Speed Internet
- Topography: Level,PartialSlope,Sloped,SteepSlope
- Residential vegetation: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 173023006
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Northwest Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1979
- Major remodel year: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: OPALCO
- Sewer: None, Septic Tank
- Water: Community, Company: Washington Water
- Utilities for property: Orcas Online
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: CCRs, Trail(s)
Location
- Region: Eastsound
- Subdivision: Eastsound
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $190 quarterly
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash Out,Conventional
- Road surface type: Dirt
- Cumulative days on market: 667 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/16/2023 | Sold | $717,000-8.5%$371/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS #2076821 | ||
| 6/28/2023 | Pending sale | $784,000$405/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #NWM2076821 | ||
| 6/21/2023 | Price change | $784,000-6%$405/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #NWM2076821 | ||
| 6/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $834,000$431/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #NWM2076821 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,554 +11.4% | $767,910 +3.2% |
| 2023 | $4,087 -13% | $744,210 -4.3% |
| 2022 | $4,699 | $777,820 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 98245
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Orcas Island Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.5 mi
- 5/10Orcas Island Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 8/10Orcas Island High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Orcas Elem
- Middle: Orcas Isl Mid
- High: Orcas Isl High
Source: NWMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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