OFF MARKET

Listed by Jim Sands • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. Bought with Keller Williams Western Realty.

Off market sep 2015 for $335K

$719,976

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,547/mo

•

2,154

sq ft

2613 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Custer, WA 98240

About this home

3 bd, 2.5 bath 2154 sq ft home has been updated and upgraded. New kitchen, new appliances, new flooring, new carpet, new hot water. Job transfer make this a Buyer's opportunity. Home boasts a one acre, landscaped lot, fully fenced back yard with Apple, Pear & Plum Trees. Home is behind a stand of mature Cedar Trees for seclusion. A "must see" to appreciate the work the current owners have completed in the year they have been here. Set up with a generator for those rare occasional power outages.

Single-familyProperty Type

1965Year Built

0.99 acresLot Size

$334Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Jim Sands • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Listed by John Sands • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Bought with Brett Nichols • Keller Williams Western Realty

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #832030

Redfin Estimate

$719,976

$385K since sold in September 2015$1,000 since October

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 0.2% higher than the average sale price ($719K) of 6 comparable homes.

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A
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$430,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,184 sq ft
8383 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240
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$773,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,166 sq ft
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$739,000
D
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$985,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,217 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 8, 2026
$720,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,112 sq ft
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Market trends in 98240, WA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

97.6%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$800K

$138K MoM

Avg. days on market

31d

22 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

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$199,000
2 beds2 baths1,080 sq ft
8252 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240
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$409,950
1 bed1 bath456 sq ft
8185 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240
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Sale history for 2613 Birch Bay Lynden Rd

Date

Event

Price

Sep 28, 2015

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #832030

$335,000

$156/sq ft

Sep 4, 2015

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #832030

—

Aug 24, 2015

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #832030

—

Aug 10, 2015

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #832030

$339,000

$157/sq ft

Aug 29, 2014

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #586404

$295,000

$137/sq ft

Aug 12, 2014

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #586404

—

Aug 2, 2014

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #586404

—

Jul 14, 2014

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #586404

$299,000

$139/sq ft

May 22, 2014

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #586404

$325,000

$151/sq ft

Apr 15, 2014

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #586404

$339,000

$157/sq ft

Feb 7, 2014

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #586404

$349,000

$162/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,696 (+10.4%)

$240,948 + $462,749

$703,697

2025

$5,160 (+6.2%)

$240,948 + $462,749

$703,697

2024

$4,859 (+8.2%)

$270,000 + $406,348

$676,348

2023

$4,490 (+9.2%)

$270,000 + $406,348

$676,348

2022

$4,111 (−1.7%)

$159,171 + $384,482

$543,653

2021

$4,183 (+1.9%)

$131,546 + $317,753

$449,299

2020

$4,107 (+26.5%)

$121,805 + $294,224

$416,029

2019

$3,246 (−2.1%)

$96,994 + $234,291

$331,285

2017

$3,316 (+6.6%)

$85,000 + $205,320

$290,320

2016

$3,109 (−0.7%)

$66,144 + $207,022

$273,166

2015

$3,130 (−0.8%)

$61,200 + $190,479

$251,679

2014

$3,154 (+1.2%)

$60,000 + $188,407

$248,407

2013

$3,116 (−9.5%)

$60,000 + $188,407

$248,407

2011

$3,443 (+6.7%)

$60,000 + $188,407

$248,407

2010

$3,227 (+0.6%)

$60,000 + $243,480

$303,480

2009

$3,208

$60,000 + $243,480

$303,480

Tax history for 2613 Birch Bay Lynden Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,696 (+10.4%)

$240,948 + $462,749

$703,697

2025

$5,160 (+6.2%)

$240,948 + $462,749

$703,697

2024

$4,859 (+8.2%)

$270,000 + $406,348

$676,348

2023

$4,490 (+9.2%)

$270,000 + $406,348

$676,348

2022

$4,111 (−1.7%)

$159,171 + $384,482

$543,653

2021

$4,183 (+1.9%)

$131,546 + $317,753

$449,299

2020

$4,107 (+26.5%)

$121,805 + $294,224

$416,029

2019

$3,246 (−2.1%)

$96,994 + $234,291

$331,285

2017

$3,316 (+6.6%)

$85,000 + $205,320

$290,320

2016

$3,109 (−0.7%)

$66,144 + $207,022

$273,166

2015

$3,130 (−0.8%)

$61,200 + $190,479

$251,679

2014

$3,154 (+1.2%)

$60,000 + $188,407

$248,407

2013

$3,116 (−9.5%)

$60,000 + $188,407

$248,407

2011

$3,443 (+6.7%)

$60,000 + $188,407

$248,407

2010

$3,227 (+0.6%)

$60,000 + $243,480

$303,480

2009

$3,208

$60,000 + $243,480

$303,480

*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

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.99 Acres

Year renovated

1988

Sq. Ft.

2,160

Year built

1965

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

4001253935230000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 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: 1
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Beds Upper: 3
Bedrooms Possible: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Upper): 2
# of Half Baths (Main): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Extra Fin Rm
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Upper

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Upper

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: Unfinished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Ceramic Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate, Wired for Generator, Built-In Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Solarium/Atrium, Walk-in Closet(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Construction Methods: Standard Frame
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,154
Sq. Ft. Unfinished: 1,064
Style Code: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Garden Space

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Public Records
Site Features: Deck,Fenced-Fully,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,Propane,RV Parking
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.99
Lot Size Dimensions: 155x261x158x258
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,130
Tax Year: 2015

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, FHA, Private Financing Available, VA Loan, USDA Loan
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Water Company: Well
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: High Speed Internet, Septic System, Electric, Propane, Wood, Individual Well
Water Heater Location: Basement
Water Heater Type: Electric

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
Middle Or Junior High School: Lynden Mid
High School: Lynden High
High School District: Lynden

Location Information
Bus Line Nearby: false
Directions: I-5 east on Birch Bay Lynden Rd. Just past Stein Rd. House is on the right.
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,160
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.99 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: 1988
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4001253935230000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Monday, August 10, 2015

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 2,154
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2154
MLS Square Footage Source: Public Records
Building Area Total: 2154
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Year Built Effective: 1988
Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Custer Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.9mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 83° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

10 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Custer, WA • 98240

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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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1.8 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$684,000 – $828,000

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