Lovingly updated craftsman cottage with all of the original character enhanced w/modern amenities on shy 5 acres of pastureland. Beautiful original fir flooring, crown molding, brick accents, decorative windows; updated w/newer roof, exterior paint, decking, furnace & more. Warm & cozy living room features newer pellet stove w/brick surround, arch opening to sunny hall, & lovely fir floors. Nice open kitchen w/tons of cabinets, eat-in island & inviting sunroom leading to huge partial wrap deck. Owner's suite w/sitting room, walk-in closet, tons of extra storage & huge updated full bath right next door feat. newer oversized spa tub & tiled shower. Large 2 car det garage w/separate flex room, green house, hot tub & acres for all your hobbies!
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Listed by:
Danielle J. Groeneweg,
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
$824,900
8731 Valley View Road, Custer, WA 98240
3beds
3,317sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
4.71 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$249/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Extra storageOpen kitchenGreen houseEat-in islandDecorative windowsFlex roomCrown molding
- 94 days |
- 833 |
- 69 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 03, 2026 at 05:03am
Listed by:
Danielle J. Groeneweg,
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 2440839
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Stove/Free Standing, Pellet, Propane
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: tankless, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Softwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Pellet Stove, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,317
- Total interior livable area: 3,317 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Skylight(s), Solarium/Atrium, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 4.71 Acres
- Features: Paved, Deck, Green House, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Outbuildings, Propane, RV Parking
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Pasture
Details
- Parcel number: 4001155023240000
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Public, Company: City of Blaine
- Utilities for property: Ziply
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Custer
Location
- Region: Custer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $249/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $600,258
- Annual tax amount: $4,651
- Date on market: 10/1/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 96 days
- Listing terms: Cash Out,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $824,900+75.5%$249/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS #2440839 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2016 | Sold | $470,000-5.9%$142/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #954822 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2016 | Pending sale | $499,500$151/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #954822 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2016 | Listed for sale | $499,500$151/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #954822 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2016 | Pending sale | $499,500$151/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #954822 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,651 +8.7% | $600,258 |
| 2023 | $4,277 -3.3% | $600,258 +12% |
| 2022 | $4,421 +27.6% | $535,945 +41.7% |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,702/mo
Principal & interest
$3932
Property taxes
$481
Home insurance
$289
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 98240
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Custer Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3 mi
- 5/10Horizon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.9 mi
- 5/10Ferndale High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8 mi
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