3950 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Custer, WA 98240

Listed by Jim Skerjanc • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. Bought with Berkshire Hathaway HS NW.

Off market jan 2012 for $450K

$962,405

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $625/mo

•

3,408

sq ft

3950 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Custer, WA 98240

About this home

Great location, Public water source is Bell Bay Jackson Water Association, Features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths all on 10.1 acres, granite counters, Siberian pine flooring, open kitchen, separate DINNING ROOM, long private driveway leading to home, back yard & huge deck, 3 car garage, 208 sq.ft. unfinished office room above garage,has a few trees on the back side of home of park-like setting woods. plumbed for heat pump,new drainage system and insallation done november 2011. Bank-repo-sold as is.

Single-familyProperty Type

2008Year Built

9.86 acresLot Size

$282Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

5 spacesParking

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

Bought with Megan Baker • Berkshire Hathaway HS NW

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #265993

Redfin Estimate

$962,405

$512K since sold in January 2012$12K since October

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This home's estimate is 1.1% higher than the average sale price ($952K) of 6 comparable homes.

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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

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1 MoM

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Sale history for 3950 Birch Bay Lynden Rd

Date

Event

Price

Jan 27, 2012

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #265993

$450,000

$132/sq ft

Dec 2, 2011

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #265993

—

Nov 30, 2011

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #265993

—

Sep 30, 2011

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #265993

$475,000

$139/sq ft

Aug 22, 2011

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #265993

$550,000

$161/sq ft

Nov 3, 2004

Sold

Public Records

$97,000

$28/sq ft

Nov 20, 1995

Sold

Public Records

$67,500

$20/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$9,664 (+7.4%)

$264,817 + $936,885

$1,201,702

2025

$8,997 (+8.7%)

$264,817 + $936,885

$1,201,702

2024

$8,273 (−3.3%)

$255,862 + $905,203

$1,161,065

2023

$8,553 (+10.1%)

$255,862 + $905,203

$1,161,065

2022

$7,768 (+7.3%)

$228,448 + $808,217

$1,036,665

2021

$7,241 (−2.1%)

$218,838 + $635,024

$853,862

2020

$7,397 (+20.7%)

$185,456 + $538,156

$723,612

2019

$6,129 (−6.0%)

$161,236 + $467,874

$629,110

2017

$6,517 (+8.2%)

$138,400 + $401,609

$540,009

2016

$6,024 (−2.7%)

$138,400 + $401,609

$540,009

2015

$6,190 (−2.0%)

$146,568 + $354,118

$500,686

2014

$6,319 (−3.4%)

$146,568 + $354,118

$500,686

2013

$6,544 (+1.2%)

$146,568 + $354,118

$500,686

2011

$6,468 (−0.2%)

$153,661 + $373,584

$527,245

2010

$6,484 (+0.5%)

$206,800 + $405,545

$612,345

2009

$6,454

$206,800 + $405,545

$612,345

Tax history for 3950 Birch Bay Lynden Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$9,664 (+7.4%)

$264,817 + $936,885

$1,201,702

2025

$8,997 (+8.7%)

$264,817 + $936,885

$1,201,702

2024

$8,273 (−3.3%)

$255,862 + $905,203

$1,161,065

2023

$8,553 (+10.1%)

$255,862 + $905,203

$1,161,065

2022

$7,768 (+7.3%)

$228,448 + $808,217

$1,036,665

2021

$7,241 (−2.1%)

$218,838 + $635,024

$853,862

2020

$7,397 (+20.7%)

$185,456 + $538,156

$723,612

2019

$6,129 (−6.0%)

$161,236 + $467,874

$629,110

2017

$6,517 (+8.2%)

$138,400 + $401,609

$540,009

2016

$6,024 (−2.7%)

$138,400 + $401,609

$540,009

2015

$6,190 (−2.0%)

$146,568 + $354,118

$500,686

2014

$6,319 (−3.4%)

$146,568 + $354,118

$500,686

2013

$6,544 (+1.2%)

$146,568 + $354,118

$500,686

2011

$6,468 (−0.2%)

$153,661 + $373,584

$527,245

2010

$6,484 (+0.5%)

$206,800 + $405,545

$612,345

2009

$6,454

$206,800 + $405,545

$612,345

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

429,502

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,408

Year built

2008

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

4001212150700000

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Views, Green

Last updated by owner on Dec 6, 2018.

R10A

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
Has Carport

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Main: 4
Bedrooms Possible: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 3
# of Half Baths (Main): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
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: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Garage

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wired for Generator, Built-In Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, High Tech Cabling, Jetted Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, See Remarks, Slate
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,See Remarks,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Stucco, Wood

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 3,408
Sq. Ft. Unfinished: 208
Style Code: 10 - 1 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good
Has View
Make: N/A
Model: N/A

Land Information
Vegetation: Garden Space, Pasture, Wooded

Lot Information
Site Features: Deck,Fenced-Partially,Outbuildings,Patio,Propane,RV Parking,Shop
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 10.1
Lot Size Dimensions: 1297' X 330'
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,468
Tax Year: 2011

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public, See Remarks
Water Company: Bell Back Jackson
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: Septic System, Electric, Propane, See Remarks, Wood
Water Heater Type: TANKLESS

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

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 take exit 270, go West on Birch Bay Lynden Road, just past Ham Rd, before Kickerville Rd, home will be on right.
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,408
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 5
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 9.86 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4001212150700000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green

Home facts updated by owner on Dec 6, 2018

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Monday, August 22, 2011

Green Information
Environmental Certification: Other-See Remarks
Green Energy Efficient: High Efficiency (Unspecified)
Green Building Verification Type: Other
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, See Remarks, Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 3,408
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 3408
MLS Square Footage Source: Whatcom County
Building Area Total: 3408
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 • 3.0mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.1mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.6mi

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

3/10 Heat Factor

8 days above 81° expected this year, 20 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.

7.6 hrs

1.8 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$915,000 – $1.11M

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