3686 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Custer, WA 98240

Listing provided courtesy of John L. Scott Bellingham. Bought with John L. Scott Bellingham.

Off market dec 2012 for $254K

$624,758

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $425/mo

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1,759

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3686 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Custer, WA 98240

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About this home

Single-familyProperty Type

2007Year Built

5.52 acresLot Size

$355Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by • John L. Scott Bellingham

Bought with Cheryl Ferrier • John L. Scott Bellingham

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

Listing provided courtesy of Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Redfin Estimate

$624,758

$370K since sold in December 2012$11K since October

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 17.8% lower than the average sale price ($760K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 21, 2026
$600,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,510 sq ft
7017 Yukon Way, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD OCT 1, 2026
$800,000
B
2 beds1.5 baths1,408 sq ft
3621 Haynie Rd, Blaine, WA 98230
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SOLD SEP 8, 2026
$720,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,112 sq ft
8722 Valley View Rd, Custer, WA 98240
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SOLD MAR 20, 2026
$999,000
D
2 beds3 baths2,003 sq ft
7079 Ham Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$750,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,048 sq ft
4077 Tarte Rd, Blaine, WA 98230
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SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$690,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,321 sq ft
4448 Castlerock Dr, Blaine, WA 98230
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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

7

1 MoM

New listings for sale

$199,000
2 beds2 baths1,080 sq ft
8252 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240
Alex Stredicke • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
$409,950
1 bed1 bath456 sq ft
8185 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240
Elicia Thoday • eXp Realty
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Sale history for 3686 Birch Bay Lynden Rd

Date

Event

Price

Dec 4, 2012

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

$254,900

$145/sq ft

Oct 24, 2012

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

—

Oct 1, 2012

Relisted (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

—

Oct 1, 2012

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

$244,900

$139/sq ft

Aug 7, 2012

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

—

Jul 23, 2012

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

—

Jul 6, 2012

Relisted (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

—

Jun 30, 2012

Delisted (Expired)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

—

Jun 22, 2012

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

$254,900

$145/sq ft

May 25, 2012

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

$259,900

$148/sq ft

Apr 27, 2012

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

$275,900

$157/sq ft

Mar 30, 2012

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

$285,900

$163/sq ft

Mar 1, 2012

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #326299

$293,000

$167/sq ft

Jul 9, 2004

Sold

Public Records

$57,000

$32/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,889 (+7.4%)

$235,549 + $369,456

$605,005

2025

$4,553 (+8.7%)

$235,549 + $369,456

$605,005

2024

$4,189 (−3.3%)

$227,584 + $356,962

$584,546

2023

$4,330 (+8.3%)

$227,584 + $356,962

$584,546

2022

$4,000 (+7.3%)

$203,200 + $318,716

$521,916

2021

$3,727 (−2.1%)

$197,966 + $239,427

$437,393

2020

$3,807 (+20.6%)

$167,768 + $202,904

$370,672

2019

$3,158 (−5.9%)

$145,858 + $176,405

$322,263

2017

$3,356 (+13.7%)

$125,200 + $151,421

$276,621

2016

$2,952 (−2.7%)

$125,200 + $151,421

$276,621

2015

$3,033 (−2.0%)

$117,106 + $126,678

$243,784

2014

$3,096 (−16.2%)

$117,106 + $126,678

$243,784

2013

$3,696 (+1.9%)

$117,106 + $126,678

$243,784

2011

$3,627 (+12.6%)

$144,300 + $152,203

$296,503

2010

$3,221 (+0.5%)

$120,400 + $182,965

$303,365

2009

$3,207

$120,400 + $182,965

$303,365

Tax history for 3686 Birch Bay Lynden Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,889 (+7.4%)

$235,549 + $369,456

$605,005

2025

$4,553 (+8.7%)

$235,549 + $369,456

$605,005

2024

$4,189 (−3.3%)

$227,584 + $356,962

$584,546

2023

$4,330 (+8.3%)

$227,584 + $356,962

$584,546

2022

$4,000 (+7.3%)

$203,200 + $318,716

$521,916

2021

$3,727 (−2.1%)

$197,966 + $239,427

$437,393

2020

$3,807 (+20.6%)

$167,768 + $202,904

$370,672

2019

$3,158 (−5.9%)

$145,858 + $176,405

$322,263

2017

$3,356 (+13.7%)

$125,200 + $151,421

$276,621

2016

$2,952 (−2.7%)

$125,200 + $151,421

$276,621

2015

$3,033 (−2.0%)

$117,106 + $126,678

$243,784

2014

$3,096 (−16.2%)

$117,106 + $126,678

$243,784

2013

$3,696 (+1.9%)

$117,106 + $126,678

$243,784

2011

$3,627 (+12.6%)

$144,300 + $152,203

$296,503

2010

$3,221 (+0.5%)

$120,400 + $182,965

$303,365

2009

$3,207

$120,400 + $182,965

$303,365

*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

2

Stories

1

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5.52 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,759

Year built

2007

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

4001220150410000

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: 3
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 3
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Main: 2
Bedrooms Possible: 2

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

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

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

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Extra Fin Rm
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating

Interior Features
Interior Features: Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Water Heater
Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Cement Planked

Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Creek

Property Information
Style Code: 10 - 1 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Wooded

Lot Information
Site Features: Cable TV,Deck,High Speed Internet,Patio,RV Parking
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 5.52
Lot Size Dimensions: 303 x 802
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,627
Tax Year: 2012

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Community
Water Company: Percie Water Assn
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Septic System, Electric
Water Heater Location: Garage
Water Heater Type: Electric

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
High School District: Ferndale

Location Information
Bus Line Nearby: false
Directions: I-5 to Exit 270 (Birch Bay Lynden Road). Turn west. Home just past Percie Road on right hand side.
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,759
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4001220150410000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric

Home Information
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1759
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 1759
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Custer Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.7mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.1mi

5/10

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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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be 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

6/10 Air Factor

7 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 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 7.6 hours in June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$594,000 – $719,000

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Home values near 3686 Birch Bay Lynden Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3740 Birch Bay Lynden Road, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2400 Sq. Ft.	$713,534
3629 Birch Bay Lynden Road, Custer, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1452 Sq. Ft.	$1,029,295
8197 Birch Terrace Place, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 4206 Sq. Ft.	$976,070
8170 Birch Terrace Place, Custer, WA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1434 Sq. Ft.	—
8203 Birch Terrace Place, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1310 Sq. Ft.	$670,924
8181 Birch Terrace Place, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1540 Sq. Ft.	$500,613
8184 Birch Terrace Place, Custer, WA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1496 Sq. Ft.	$422,630

Address	Redfin Estimate
3713 Birch Bay Lynden Road, Custer, WA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2808 Sq. Ft.	$888,845
8094 Birch Terrace Lane, Custer, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 720 Sq. Ft.	$109,650
8094 Birch Terrace Lane, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2727 Sq. Ft.	$844,122
8173 Birch Terrace Place, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2084 Sq. Ft.	$634,474
8075 Birch Terrace Lane, Custer, WA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3629 Sq. Ft.	$1,059,063
8034 Ham Road, Custer, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1980 Sq. Ft.	$692,817

Address	Redfin Estimate
3627 Birch Bay Lynden Road, Custer, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$468,428
8165 Birch Terrace Place, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2118 Sq. Ft.	$448,914
8074 Birch Terrace Lane, Custer, WA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1568 Sq. Ft.	$459,558
8207 Birch Terrace Place, Custer, WA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1728 Sq. Ft.	$445,291
8095 Birch Terrace Lane, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1648 Sq. Ft.	$587,085
8162 Birch Terrace Place, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1492 Sq. Ft.	$580,170

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