OFF MARKET

Listed by Jim Fleishman • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with John L. Scott Bellingham.

Off Market Oct 2023 for $897K

$904,854

•

2,495

sq ft

8528 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98230

About this home

First time on the market! This 3 bed 2 bath, 2,495 sqft home and home has been spectacularly maintained and beautifully remodeled over the years. Enjoy the amazing views of Dakota Creek flowing through the property; from the living room the south fork and from the kitchen/dining room the north fork, see salmon run the creek during the fall season. Truly a park like setting with trails throughout the 11 majestic acres principally covered with 140 foot tall second growth forest of Cedar, Douglas Fir, and Hemlock as well as a lesser amount of Deciduous trees. Property also includes a two wells, reverse osmosis / solar hot water system, auto generator, heat pump, large 2 car & 1 car garages, an amazing property! - OWNER FINANCING is available!

Single-familyProperty Type

1955Year Built

11.13 acresLot Size

$363Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Jim Fleishman • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Bought with Brianna Robbins • John L. Scott Bellingham

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2155340

Redfin Estimate

$904,854

$7,354 since sold in October 2023$0 since July

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This home's estimate is 23.9% higher than the average sale price ($730K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD DEC 31, 2025
$680,000
A
3 beds2 baths2,520 sq ft
2477 Jess Rd, Custer, WA 98240
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$430,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,184 sq ft
8383 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$862,500
C
3 beds2 baths2,880 sq ft
9515 Sunrise Rd, Blaine, WA 98230
SOLD JAN 7, 2026
$858,750
D
3 beds2 baths2,376 sq ft
3341 Nicole Ln, Custer, WA 98240
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$800,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths2,422 sq ft
8143 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$750,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,048 sq ft
4077 Tarte Rd, Blaine, WA 98230

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$159,253

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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

New listings for sale

$650,000
4 beds2.5 baths1,847 sq ft
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Sale history for 8528 Custer School Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,758 (+3.8%)

$373,059 + $465,550

$838,609

2025

$6,511 (+5.3%)

$373,059 + $465,550

$838,609

2024

$6,181 (+26.9%)

$418,040 + $447,644

$865,684

2023

$4,869 (+14.2%)

$418,040 + $447,644

$865,684

2022

$4,262 (+7.3%)

$268,974 + $318,610

$587,584

2021

$3,972 (−2.5%)

$213,469 + $252,863

$466,332

2020

$4,075 (+24.8%)

$180,905 + $214,290

$395,195

2019

$3,265 (−10.0%)

$152,576 + $180,732

$333,308

2017

$3,628 (+0.4%)

$137,456 + $162,822

$300,278

2016

$3,615 (+3.4%)

$134,898 + $164,357

$299,255

2015

$3,496

$126,876 + $154,584

$281,460

2014

$3,493 (+0.6%)

$124,181 + $151,300

$275,481

2013

$3,471 (+0.2%)

$124,181 + $151,300

$275,481

2011

$3,465 (+0.9%)

$128,352 + $156,382

$284,734

2010

$3,433 (+0.5%)

$161,755 + $161,700

$323,455

2009

$3,418

$161,755 + $161,700

$323,455

Tax history for 8528 Custer School Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,758 (+3.8%)

$373,059 + $465,550

$838,609

2025

$6,511 (+5.3%)

$373,059 + $465,550

$838,609

2024

$6,181 (+26.9%)

$418,040 + $447,644

$865,684

2023

$4,869 (+14.2%)

$418,040 + $447,644

$865,684

2022

$4,262 (+7.3%)

$268,974 + $318,610

$587,584

2021

$3,972 (−2.5%)

$213,469 + $252,863

$466,332

2020

$4,075 (+24.8%)

$180,905 + $214,290

$395,195

2019

$3,265 (−10.0%)

$152,576 + $180,732

$333,308

2017

$3,628 (+0.4%)

$137,456 + $162,822

$300,278

2016

$3,615 (+3.4%)

$134,898 + $164,357

$299,255

2015

$3,496

$126,876 + $154,584

$281,460

2014

$3,493 (+0.6%)

$124,181 + $151,300

$275,481

2013

$3,471 (+0.2%)

$124,181 + $151,300

$275,481

2011

$3,465 (+0.9%)

$128,352 + $156,382

$284,734

2010

$3,433 (+0.5%)

$161,755 + $161,700

$323,455

2009

$3,418

$161,755 + $161,700

$323,455

*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

11.13 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,495

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

4001130770200000

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: 3
Parking Features: RV Parking, Detached Garage, Off Street
Garage Spaces: 3
Has Garage

Interior

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

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Full Baths (Lower): 1
# of Bathtubs: 2
# of Showers: 2

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

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

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

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

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

Basement Information
Basement Features: Daylight

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 1
# of Fireplaces Lower: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Heat Pump, Insert
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Forced Air

Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wired for Generator, Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,StoveRange

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Metal

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Stucco

Property Information
Energy Source: Propane,See Remarks,Solar (Unspecified)
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,495
Style Code: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Wooded

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Realist
Site Features: Deck,Fenced-Partially,Green House,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking,Shop
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 11.13
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,868.61
Tax Year: 2023

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, Lease Purchase, Owner Financing

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank

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, east to Custer School Rd, north (left) on Custer School Rd. Drive about a mile till you go over a bridge, property is on your right.
Topography: Level,PartialSlope

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,495
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 11.13 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4001130770200000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Friday, August 25, 2023

Green Information
Direction Faces: West
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Power Production Type: Propane, See Remarks, Solar (Unspecified)

Home Information
Living Area: 2,495
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2495
MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
Building Area Total: 2495
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Custer Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.1mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.1mi

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, 15 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

7/10 Air Factor

13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Custer, WA • 98230

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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

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$860,000 – $1.04M

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Home values near 8528 Custer School Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
8628 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2917 Sq. Ft.	$1,068,597
8418 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1744 Sq. Ft.	$685,758

Address	Redfin Estimate
8634 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1188 Sq. Ft.	$546,051
8414 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1596 Sq. Ft.	$708,667

Address	Redfin Estimate
8550 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2860 Sq. Ft.	$914,752
8439 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2384 Sq. Ft.	$717,065

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