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2238 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Custer, WA 98240
About this home
Newly renovated 4 bedroom, 3.25 bath, 4,950 square foot home on nearly 5 acres, with a heated indoor swimming pool, and possible to negotiate with seller to convert pool into pickleball court or sports court, radiant heated floors, and breathtaking views of Mount Baker. Renovations include new flooring and paint throughout, updated bathrooms, updated gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, and new lighting. Charming 30’ X 20’ barn with a finished loft for additional storage or playroom or hobby room, an outdoor kennel and fenced pasture. Plenty of room for RV or boat parking plus a 3 car garage. All this and ready for your finishing touches to make this your home!


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- $199,0002 beds2 baths1,080 sq ft8252 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240Alex Stredicke • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
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- Gorgeous property . Kitchen needs updating.3 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the homeRedfin Premier agent
Sale history for 2238 Birch Bay Lynden Rd
$218/sq ft
$237/sq ft
$263/sq ft
$140/sq ft
$140/sq ft
$86/sq ft
$89/sq ft
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$13/sq ft
Tax history for 2238 Birch Bay Lynden Rd
*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
- Permits
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.Include but are not limited to:
- Agriculture
- Housing-Single unit
- Housing-Student
- Public service
- Recreation
- Park & open space
Heat pump
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- Covered Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Attached Garage
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Has Attached Garage
- Has Garage
Interior
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- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 4
- # of Beds Upper: 2
- # of Bedrooms Main: 2
- Bedrooms Possible: 4
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Baths (Total): 2
- # of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
- # of Half Baths (Total): 1
- # of Full Baths (Upper): 2
- # of Half Baths (Main): 1
- # of Three Quarter Baths (Main): 1
- Room 1 Information
- Room Type: Bonus Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 2 Information
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 3 Information
- Room Type: Entry Hall
- Room Level: Main
- Room 4 Information
- Room Type: Extra Fin Rm
- Room Level: Main
- Room 5 Information
- Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
- Room Level: Main
- Room 6 Information
- Room Type: Great Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 7 Information
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 8 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room 9 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room 10 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room 11 Information
- Room Type: Bathroom Full
- Room Level: Second
- Room 12 Information
- Room Type: Bathroom Full
- Room Level: Second
- Room 13 Information
- Room Type: Bathroom Half
- Room Level: Main
- Room 14 Information
- Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
- Room Level: Main
- Room 15 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Second
- Basement Information
- Basement Features: None
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
- # of Fireplaces Main: 1
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Heating
- Heating Information: Baseboard, Radiant, Wall Unit(s)
- Has Cooling
- Cooling Information: Radiant, Wall Unit(s)
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Ceramic Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Built-In Vacuum, French Doors, Jetted Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Wet Bar, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,StoveRange
Exterior
- Building Information
- Building Information: Built On Lot
- Roof: Composition
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Wood
- Pool Information
- Pool Type: In-Ground
- Pool Features: In Ground
- Property Information
- Energy Source: Oil,Propane,Wood
- Sq. Ft. Finished: 4,950
- Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Condition: Good
- Has View
- Land Information
- Vegetation: Pasture
- Lot Information
- MLS Lot Size Source: Realist
- Site Features: Barn,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,Propane,Shop
- Lot Features: Dead End Street
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Lot Size Acres: 4.78
- Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $10,198
- Tax Year: 2023
- Financial Information
- Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
- Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Individual Well
- Water Company: Well
- Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Sewer Company: Septic
- Water Heater Location: Pool Room
- Water Heater Type: Boiler
Location
- School Information
- Elementary School: Custer Elem
- Middle Or Junior High School: Horizon Mid
- High School: Ferndale High
- High School District: Ferndale
- Location Information
- Bus Line Nearby: true
- Directions: I-5 Exit 270 towards Birch Bay Lynden. Take a right on Birch Bay Lynden Rd. House on left.
- Topography: Level
- Community Information
- Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 3.5
- Sq. Ft.: 4,950
- Stories: 1.5
- Parking Spaces: 3
- Basement: No
- Accessible: No
- Lot Size: 4.78 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 2000
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Whatcom County
- APN: 4002192880400000
- HOA Dues: —
- Garage: Yes
- Features: Views, Pool
Other
- Listing Information
- Mls Status: Sold
- Listing Date Information
- On Market Date: Thursday, July 13, 2023
- Green Information
- Power Production Type: Oil, Propane, Wood
- Home Information
- Living Area: 4,950
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Calculated Square Footage: 4950
- MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
- Building Area Total: 4950
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
- Builder Name: Bill Roetcisoender
- Structure Type: House
- Levels: Two
- Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
- K - 12
- Preschool & daycare
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.9mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 83° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.4 hours in June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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|---|---|
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2560 Sq. Ft. | $829,752 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2174 Sq. Ft. | $767,991 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1440 Sq. Ft. | $551,246 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2512 Sq. Ft. | $707,113 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1474 Sq. Ft. | $627,863 |
3 Beds | 1 Baths | 1330 Sq. Ft. | $624,944 |
4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2617 Sq. Ft. | — |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
2 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2844 Sq. Ft. | $1,014,590 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1238 Sq. Ft. | $583,462 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1344 Sq. Ft. | — |
3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1719 Sq. Ft. | $494,278 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2008 Sq. Ft. | $754,699 |
2 Beds | 1 Baths | 2645 Sq. Ft. | $691,888 |
- Beds | - Baths | 1800 Sq. Ft. | $530,526 |
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4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 2812 Sq. Ft. | $895,768 |
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1 Beds | 1 Baths | 5280 Sq. Ft. | $742,367 |
2 Beds | 1 Baths | 1608 Sq. Ft. | $578,879 |
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