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Listed by Billy Brown • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with blu.ink Real Estate.

Off Market Oct 2022 for $574K

$585,583

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,586/mo

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2,359

sq ft

8128 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240

About this home

Very nice 4.35 acre estate property, some of the best sandy loam soil in Whatcom County, beautiful tall Fir trees, many cleared areas, home site faces south for plenty of sunshine. Home needs complete Renovation. Previously remodeled in the late 1990s so bones are good, professionally drawn house plans attached to supplements, unique country fireplace, large rooms, large 48x30ft shop, insulated, new rain gutters, new paint, Large mezzanine, newly resurfaced floors, bathrooms connected to second septic system, kitchen, plus separate 2 car garage with shop area. Convenient central rural location just a short drive to Bellingham or the Canadian Border. Tremendous potential so come roll up your sleeves and create your own equity.

Single-familyProperty Type

1971Year Built

4.35 acresLot Size

$248Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Billy Brown • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Listed by Tonya Wahl • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Bought with Tobi Smukler • blu.ink Real Estate

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1971576

Redfin Estimate

$585,583

$12K since sold in October 2022$11K since July

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This home's estimate is 20.9% lower than the average sale price ($740K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$845,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,255 sq ft
8163 Kickerville, Blaine, WA 98230
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$800,000
B
3 beds3.5 baths2,422 sq ft
8143 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240
SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$985,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,217 sq ft
9135 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240
SOLD BY REDFIN MAY 27, 2026
$665,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,779 sq ft
1684 Brookwood Dr, Ferndale, WA 98248
SOLD SEP 30, 2025
$715,000
E
3 beds3 baths2,575 sq ft
7399 N Enterprise Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$430,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,184 sq ft
8383 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240

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Market trends in 98240, WA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

97.8%

1.2% MoM

Median sale price

$890K

$253K MoM

Avg. days on market

12d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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$589,000
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$650,000
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Sale history for 8128 Custer School Rd

Date

Event

Price

Oct 3, 2022

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1971576

$574,000

$243/sq ft

Sep 21, 2022

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1971576

—

Sep 12, 2022

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1971576

$574,000

$243/sq ft

Jul 22, 2022

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1971576

$599,000

$254/sq ft

Jun 30, 2004

Sold

Public Records

$280,000

$119/sq ft

May 1, 1997

Sold

Public Records

$185,000

$78/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,526 (+4.2%)

$298,776 + $383,440

$682,216

2025

$5,301 (+5.5%)

$298,776 + $383,440

$682,216

2024

$5,027 (+0.2%)

$334,800 + $368,692

$703,492

2023

$5,016 (+13.7%)

$334,800 + $368,692

$703,492

2022

$4,413 (+7.3%)

$223,858 + $382,210

$606,068

2021

$4,114 (−2.5%)

$177,663 + $303,338

$481,001

2020

$4,221 (+24.7%)

$150,561 + $257,066

$407,627

2019

$3,385 (−8.0%)

$126,984 + $216,810

$343,794

2017

$3,681 (+0.4%)

$114,400 + $195,324

$309,724

2016

$3,668 (+3.4%)

$111,091 + $191,008

$302,099

2015

$3,548

$104,484 + $179,649

$284,133

2014

$3,545 (+0.6%)

$102,265 + $175,832

$278,097

2013

$3,523 (+4.0%)

$102,265 + $175,832

$278,097

2011

$3,388 (+2.4%)

$105,700 + $181,739

$287,439

2010

$3,310 (+0.5%)

$118,750 + $193,055

$311,805

2009

$3,295

$118,750 + $193,055

$311,805

Tax history for 8128 Custer School Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,526 (+4.2%)

$298,776 + $383,440

$682,216

2025

$5,301 (+5.5%)

$298,776 + $383,440

$682,216

2024

$5,027 (+0.2%)

$334,800 + $368,692

$703,492

2023

$5,016 (+13.7%)

$334,800 + $368,692

$703,492

2022

$4,413 (+7.3%)

$223,858 + $382,210

$606,068

2021

$4,114 (−2.5%)

$177,663 + $303,338

$481,001

2020

$4,221 (+24.7%)

$150,561 + $257,066

$407,627

2019

$3,385 (−8.0%)

$126,984 + $216,810

$343,794

2017

$3,681 (+0.4%)

$114,400 + $195,324

$309,724

2016

$3,668 (+3.4%)

$111,091 + $191,008

$302,099

2015

$3,548

$104,484 + $179,649

$284,133

2014

$3,545 (+0.6%)

$102,265 + $175,832

$278,097

2013

$3,523 (+4.0%)

$102,265 + $175,832

$278,097

2011

$3,388 (+2.4%)

$105,700 + $181,739

$287,439

2010

$3,310 (+0.5%)

$118,750 + $193,055

$311,805

2009

$3,295

$118,750 + $193,055

$311,805

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4.35 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,430

Year built

1971

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

4001240180180000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

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, Detached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 2
# of Beds Lower: 1
Bedrooms Possible: 3

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

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

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

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

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Lower

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

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

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

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: Daylight

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Built-In Vacuum, Dining Room, Walk-in Closet(s), Fireplace, Water Heater

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood, Wood Products

Property Information
Energy Source: Electric
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,359
Style Code: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Fixer

Land Information
Vegetation: Garden Space, Wooded

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Fenced-Partially,Gated Entry,Outbuildings,RV Parking,Shop
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 4.35
Lot Size Dimensions: 384x463x406x478
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,413
Tax Year: 2022

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Septic System, Electric
Water Heater Type: Electric

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
Elementary School: Custer Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Horizon Mid
High School: Ferndale High
High School District: Ferndale

Location Information
Directions: I-5 to Birch Bay Lynden Rd exit 270, turn East home is on the North East side of the Birch Bay Lynden Rd and Custer School Rd intersection.
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,430
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4001240180180000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Friday, July 22, 2022

Green Information
Direction Faces: South
Power Production Type: Electric

Home Information
Living Area: 2,359
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2359
MLS Square Footage Source: Floor Plans
Building Area Total: 2359
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Year Built Effective: 1971
Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main

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Schools

Custer Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi

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, 17 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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Estimated sale price

$557,000 – $674,000

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Home values near 8128 Custer School Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
8171 Custer School Road, Custer, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1360 Sq. Ft.	$546,554
8125 Custer School Road, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1308 Sq. Ft.	$510,036

Address	Redfin Estimate
8134 Custer School Road, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1584 Sq. Ft.	$630,503
8170 Custer School Road, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2416 Sq. Ft.	$843,573

Address	Redfin Estimate
8137 Custer School Road, Custer, WA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1620 Sq. Ft.	$513,173
8040 Custer School Road, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1809 Sq. Ft.	—

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