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Listed by Kathy Stauffer • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Off Market Sep 2016 for $470K

$847,310

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,879/mo

•

2,253

sq ft

8731 Valley Vw, Custer, WA 98240

About this home

Classic country cottage with wrap around porch has been well-loved & beautifully updated. Rare 4.7 park-like acres, just minutes to I-5 makes for a great county location. Quite the surprise, once inside, as careful updating has allowed for spacious rooms & gracious inviting spaces. Designed for the way we live today but with careful attention to details of the past! Original fir floors but wonderful new windows! Additional outbuildings, green house, heated studio & lots of potential! A must see!

Single-familyProperty Type

1924Year Built

4.71 acresLot Size

$376Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Kathy Stauffer • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Bought with Mark Yonkovich • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #954822

Redfin Estimate

$847,310

$377K since sold in September 2016$0 since July

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This home's estimate is 15% higher than the average sale price ($737K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$862,500
A
3 beds2 baths2,880 sq ft
9515 Sunrise Rd, Blaine, WA 98230
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$430,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,184 sq ft
8383 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240
SOLD MAR 31, 2026
$745,000
C
3 beds2 baths3,536 sq ft
4104 Loomis Trail Rd, Blaine, WA 98230
SOLD JAN 7, 2026
$858,750
D
3 beds2 baths2,376 sq ft
3341 Nicole Ln, Custer, WA 98240
SOLD DEC 31, 2025
$680,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,520 sq ft
2477 Jess Rd, Custer, WA 98240
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$845,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,255 sq ft
8163 Kickerville, Blaine, WA 98230

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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

$440,000
3 beds2 baths1,344 sq ft
3233 Loomis Trail Rd, Custer, WA 98240
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$775,000
3 beds3 baths2,160 sq ft
2880 Creasey Rd, Custer, WA 98240
Taylor Assink • van der Velde and Company
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Sale history for 8731 Valley Vw

Date

Event

Price

Sep 15, 2016

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #954822

$470,000

$209/sq ft

Jul 30, 2016

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #954822

—

Jul 3, 2016

Contingent

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #954822

—

Jun 6, 2016

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #954822

$499,500

$222/sq ft

Jul 15, 1998

Sold

Public Records

$162,100

$72/sq ft

Nov 22, 1995

Sold

Public Records

$148,000

$66/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,019 (+7.9%)

$229,985 + $391,282

$621,267

2025

$4,651 (+8.7%)

$229,985 + $391,282

$621,267

2024

$4,277 (−3.3%)

$222,208 + $378,050

$600,258

2023

$4,421 (+27.6%)

$222,208 + $378,050

$600,258

2022

$3,465 (+7.3%)

$198,400 + $337,545

$535,945

2021

$3,228 (−2.1%)

$137,723 + $240,516

$378,239

2020

$3,297 (+20.5%)

$116,714 + $203,828

$320,542

2019

$2,736 (−5.9%)

$101,472 + $177,208

$278,680

2017

$2,907 (+7.8%)

$87,100 + $152,110

$239,210

2016

$2,697 (−2.7%)

$87,100 + $152,110

$239,210

2015

$2,771 (−2.0%)

$118,808 + $103,676

$222,484

2014

$2,828 (−3.3%)

$118,808 + $103,676

$222,484

2013

$2,924 (+2.2%)

$118,808 + $103,676

$222,484

2011

$2,862 (−1.7%)

$124,557 + $109,375

$233,932

2010

$2,911 (+0.5%)

$141,880 + $132,095

$273,975

2009

$2,898

$141,880 + $132,095

$273,975

Tax history for 8731 Valley Vw

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,019 (+7.9%)

$229,985 + $391,282

$621,267

2025

$4,651 (+8.7%)

$229,985 + $391,282

$621,267

2024

$4,277 (−3.3%)

$222,208 + $378,050

$600,258

2023

$4,421 (+27.6%)

$222,208 + $378,050

$600,258

2022

$3,465 (+7.3%)

$198,400 + $337,545

$535,945

2021

$3,228 (−2.1%)

$137,723 + $240,516

$378,239

2020

$3,297 (+20.5%)

$116,714 + $203,828

$320,542

2019

$2,736 (−5.9%)

$101,472 + $177,208

$278,680

2017

$2,907 (+7.8%)

$87,100 + $152,110

$239,210

2016

$2,697 (−2.7%)

$87,100 + $152,110

$239,210

2015

$2,771 (−2.0%)

$118,808 + $103,676

$222,484

2014

$2,828 (−3.3%)

$118,808 + $103,676

$222,484

2013

$2,924 (+2.2%)

$118,808 + $103,676

$222,484

2011

$2,862 (−1.7%)

$124,557 + $109,375

$233,932

2010

$2,911 (+0.5%)

$141,880 + $132,095

$273,975

2009

$2,898

$141,880 + $132,095

$273,975

*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

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4.71 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,064

Year built

1924

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

4001155023240000

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
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

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

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Main

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

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Main

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

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Split

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

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Basement Information
Basement Features: Unfinished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
# of Fireplaces Main: 1

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Fir/Softwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hot Tub/Spa, Skylight(s), Solarium/Atrium, Walk-in Closet(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Softwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood Products

Pool Information
Has Spa

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,253
Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Hot Tub/Spa,Outbuildings,Propane,RV Parking
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 4.71
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,348
Tax Year: 2016

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: City of Blaine
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Septic System, Electric, Propane, Wood
Water Heater Location: basement
Water Heater Type: electric

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

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

Location Information
Directions: I-5 North, Lynden-BB exit East, take 1st left which is Valley View, cross Dakota Creek, on left.
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,064
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 4.71 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4001155023240000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Monday, June 6, 2016

Green Information
Green Energy Efficient: High Efficiency (Unspecified)
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 2,253
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2253
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 2253
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Year Built Effective: 1985
Effective Year Built Source: See Remarks
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main

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Schools
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Transit

Custer Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.9mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.0mi

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

3/10 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

7/10 Air Factor

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

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Custer, WA • 98240

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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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$805,000 – $975,000

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Home values near 8731 Valley Vw

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
8654 Valley View Road, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1560 Sq. Ft.	$642,330
8811 Valley View Road, Custer, WA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1932 Sq. Ft.	$766,501

Address	Redfin Estimate
8722 Valley View Road, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2112 Sq. Ft.	$726,984
8713 Valley View Road, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3354 Sq. Ft.	$926,563

Address	Redfin Estimate
8804 Valley View Road, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1745 Sq. Ft.	$708,186
8655 Valley View Road, Custer, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1608 Sq. Ft.	$494,528

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