Listed by Bob Stull • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. Bought with Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Off market aug 2012 for $249K
$696,028
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$1,664/mo
3
bd
•
1.5 ba
•
1,874
sq ft
8897 Giles Rd, Blaine, WA 98230
About this home
Your own fishing hole on Dakota Creek on 4.5 acres 2 miles from I-5.Dakota Creek runs thru this property that has fruit trees,garden space RV parking,small barn,pasture for animals & more.This 1874 sqft,3+ bdrm/1.5 ba home has bonus rm,master on main & a full unfinished basement.It was effectively built in 1961.New roof,windows & hardi plan siding in 1995. Country living at it's best!
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
4.51 acresLot Size
$371Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Bob Stull• RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Listed by Linda Stull• RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Bought with Jeff Baker• Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Nicely updated home set on a private 4.5 acre parcel. Fenced in front yard. Detached separate suite. Unfinished basement with tons of potential. Dakota Creek behind home.
4 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Sharon Theeuwen
Redfin Associate agent
1-1-2 story with basement home on a 4.5 acre parcel.  updated kitchen open to spacious living room/dining area. Main floor primary bedroom with attached full bathroom. Top floor 2-3 bedrooms plus half bathroom. Unfinished basement ready for...
finishing touches and multiple uses. Detached one bedroom/3/4 bathroom suite. 
4 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Sharon Theeuwen
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 8897 Giles Rd
Date
Event
Price
Aug 2, 2012
Sold
Public Records
$249,900
$133/sq ft
Aug 2, 2012
Delisted
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
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Aug 2, 2012
Sold (MLS) (Sold)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
$249,900
$133/sq ft
Jun 25, 2012
Pending
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
—
Jun 12, 2012
Pending (Pending Inspection)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
—
May 29, 2012
Relisted (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
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May 18, 2012
Pending (Pending Inspection)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
—
Nov 17, 2011
Price Changed
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
$249,000
$133/sq ft
Oct 25, 2011
Price Changed
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
$259,800
$139/sq ft
Oct 18, 2011
Relisted (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
—
Oct 11, 2011
Pending (Pending Inspection)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
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Sep 18, 2011
Relisted (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
—
Aug 12, 2011
Delisted (Taken Off Market)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
—
Jun 13, 2011
Price Changed
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
$265,000
$141/sq ft
Mar 2, 2011
Relisted (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
—
Mar 1, 2011
Delisted (Expired)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
—
Jan 19, 2011
Price Changed
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
$275,000
$147/sq ft
Oct 12, 2010
Price Changed
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
$285,000
$152/sq ft
Sep 9, 2010
Listed (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #129049
$299,000
$160/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,675 (+1.5%)
$217,565 + $448,996
$666,561
2025
$4,604 (+3.1%)
$217,565 + $448,996
$666,561
2024
$4,465 (−5.2%)
$215,402 + $444,531
$659,933
2023
$4,708 (+32.6%)
$215,402 + $444,531
$659,933
2022
$3,550 (+4.4%)
$196,714 + $405,964
$602,678
2021
$3,400 (+4.6%)
$137,130 + $259,803
$396,933
2020
$3,252 (+8.4%)
$121,353 + $229,911
$351,264
2019
$3,001 (+19.2%)
$100,775 + $190,926
$291,701
2017
$2,518 (+11.7%)
$96,163 + $182,188
$278,351
2016
$2,255 (+3.4%)
$85,100 + $161,228
$246,328
2015
$2,181 (−4.6%)
$109,861 + $90,395
$200,256
2014
$2,287 (−0.4%)
$114,526 + $94,097
$208,623
2013
$2,296 (+2.8%)
$114,526 + $94,097
$208,623
2011
$2,234 (+9.4%)
$119,681 + $97,696
$217,377
2010
$2,042
$129,515 + $97,985
$227,500
2009
$2,042
$129,515 + $97,985
$227,500
Tax history for 8897 Giles Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,675 (+1.5%)
$217,565 + $448,996
$666,561
2025
$4,604 (+3.1%)
$217,565 + $448,996
$666,561
2024
$4,465 (−5.2%)
$215,402 + $444,531
$659,933
2023
$4,708 (+32.6%)
$215,402 + $444,531
$659,933
2022
$3,550 (+4.4%)
$196,714 + $405,964
$602,678
2021
$3,400 (+4.6%)
$137,130 + $259,803
$396,933
2020
$3,252 (+8.4%)
$121,353 + $229,911
$351,264
2019
$3,001 (+19.2%)
$100,775 + $190,926
$291,701
2017
$2,518 (+11.7%)
$96,163 + $182,188
$278,351
2016
$2,255 (+3.4%)
$85,100 + $161,228
$246,328
2015
$2,181 (−4.6%)
$109,861 + $90,395
$200,256
2014
$2,287 (−0.4%)
$114,526 + $94,097
$208,623
2013
$2,296 (+2.8%)
$114,526 + $94,097
$208,623
2011
$2,234 (+9.4%)
$119,681 + $97,696
$217,377
2010
$2,042
$129,515 + $97,985
$227,500
2009
$2,042
$129,515 + $97,985
$227,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.51 Acres
Year renovated
1961
Sq. Ft.
1,878
Year built
1908
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Whatcom County
APN
4001165105030000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
R5A
Rural District
The purpose of the Rural District is to maintain the low density rural residential character of the areas designated as rural and rural neighborhood on the Comprehensive Plan map and implement the Comprehensive Plan policies that define the rural character in Whatcom County in accordance with RCW 36.70A.070(5). In addition, it is the intent of this district to allow a variety of low intensity uses that are compatible and complementary with the conservation of agricultural, forestry and related uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Public service
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: RV Parking
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Beds Upper: 1
# of Bedrooms Main: 2
Bedrooms Possible: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Half Baths (Upper): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Upper
Basement Information
Basement Features: Unfinished
Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Fir/Softwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, High Tech Cabling, Water Heater
Vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture, Wooded
Lot Information
Lot Number: 1
Site Features: Barn,Outbuildings,Patio,Propane,RV Parking
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Paved, Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 4.51
Lot Size Dimensions: 465x436x466x464
Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,201
Tax Year: 2012
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, FHA
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: Blaine
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: B
Utilities: Septic System, Propane
Water Heater Location: Basement
Water Heater Type: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished
School Information
Elementary School: Blaine Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Blaine Mid
High School: Blaine High
High School District: Blaine
Location Information
Directions: BB Lynden Exit, turn right, then immed. left on Valley View Rd. Left on Loomis Trail, right on White Rd. immed. right on Giles Rd. property on the left just before McGee Rd.
Topography: Level,PartialSlope
Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,878
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 4.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1908
Year Renovated: 1961
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4001165105030000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Thursday, September 9, 2010
Green Information
Power Production Type: Propane
Home Information
Living Area: 1,874
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1874
MLS Square Footage Source: Appraisal
Building Area Total: 1874
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete, Slab
Building Name: Wilshe Short Plat
Structure Type: House
Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Blaine Primary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 3.2mi
Blaine Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
7/10
Blaine High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 82° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Blaine, WA • 98230
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.6 hours in
June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
7.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$662,000 – $801,000
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