OFF MARKET

Listed by Lyle Sorenson • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with John L. Scott Bellingham.

Off market aug 2017 for $365K

$710,680

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,714/mo

•

2,250

sq ft

8826 Valley View Rd, Custer, WA 98240

About this home

Such a Nicely updated 2250 s.f. 4 BR, 1.75 BA home with 24 x 36 SHOP situated on peaceful, landscaped 1 ac lot. Entertainer's dream w/ Gorgeous open main floor plan w/ gourmet island kitchen, dining rm, great rm & big deck great for relaxing w/ friends. Huge family room w/ new 98% efficient pellet stove & plenty of room for pool, theater or lounging. Large Master w/ ensuite & private patio wired for hot tub., SHOP, RV parking & Lots of room for toys. Choice of Ferndale or Blaine Schools.

Single-familyProperty Type

1981Year Built

1 acresLot Size

$316Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Lyle Sorenson • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Bought with Mike Parcher • John L. Scott Bellingham

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1143720

Redfin Estimate

$710,680

$346K since sold in August 2017$7,000 since October

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 26.2% higher than the average sale price ($563K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$430,000
A
3 beds2 baths2,184 sq ft
8383 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240
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SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$690,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,321 sq ft
4448 Castlerock Dr, Blaine, WA 98230
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SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$564,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,908 sq ft
9674 Ronald Dr, Blaine, WA 98230
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SOLD SEP 8, 2026
$720,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,112 sq ft
8722 Valley View Rd, Custer, WA 98240
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SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$540,000
E
4 beds2 baths1,577 sq ft
4390 Lateener Ln, Blaine, WA 98230
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SOLD OCT 13, 2026
$435,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,346 sq ft
4898 Seafair 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

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 8826 Valley View Rd

Date

Event

Price

Aug 1, 2017

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1143720

$365,000

$162/sq ft

Jul 1, 2017

Contingent

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1143720

—

Jun 15, 2017

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1143720

$375,000

$167/sq ft

Sep 15, 2005

Sold (MLS)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #25117997

$330,000

$147/sq ft

Aug 9, 2005

Listed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #25117997

$325,000

$144/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,271 (+10.3%)

$267,720 + $382,668

$650,388

2025

$4,778 (+5.0%)

$267,720 + $382,668

$650,388

2024

$4,549 (+21.3%)

$300,000 + $336,027

$636,027

2023

$3,751 (+9.0%)

$300,000 + $336,027

$636,027

2022

$3,441 (−1.7%)

$159,171 + $292,757

$451,928

2021

$3,499 (+3.5%)

$131,546 + $241,947

$373,493

2020

$3,380 (+24.2%)

$121,805 + $224,031

$345,836

2019

$2,723 (+1.4%)

$96,994 + $178,396

$275,390

2017

$2,685 (+6.6%)

$85,000 + $156,337

$241,337

2016

$2,520 (−0.7%)

$71,656 + $149,050

$220,706

2015

$2,537 (−0.7%)

$66,300 + $137,140

$203,440

2014

$2,554 (+0.6%)

$65,000 + $135,648

$200,648

2013

$2,538 (−21.8%)

$65,000 + $135,648

$200,648

2011

$3,247 (+4.9%)

$65,000 + $135,648

$200,648

2010

$3,097 (+0.5%)

$85,000 + $206,595

$291,595

2009

$3,083

$85,000 + $206,595

$291,595

Tax history for 8826 Valley View Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,271 (+10.3%)

$267,720 + $382,668

$650,388

2025

$4,778 (+5.0%)

$267,720 + $382,668

$650,388

2024

$4,549 (+21.3%)

$300,000 + $336,027

$636,027

2023

$3,751 (+9.0%)

$300,000 + $336,027

$636,027

2022

$3,441 (−1.7%)

$159,171 + $292,757

$451,928

2021

$3,499 (+3.5%)

$131,546 + $241,947

$373,493

2020

$3,380 (+24.2%)

$121,805 + $224,031

$345,836

2019

$2,723 (+1.4%)

$96,994 + $178,396

$275,390

2017

$2,685 (+6.6%)

$85,000 + $156,337

$241,337

2016

$2,520 (−0.7%)

$71,656 + $149,050

$220,706

2015

$2,537 (−0.7%)

$66,300 + $137,140

$203,440

2014

$2,554 (+0.6%)

$65,000 + $135,648

$200,648

2013

$2,538 (−21.8%)

$65,000 + $135,648

$200,648

2011

$3,247 (+4.9%)

$65,000 + $135,648

$200,648

2010

$3,097 (+0.5%)

$85,000 + $206,595

$291,595

2009

$3,083

$85,000 + $206,595

$291,595

*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

1 Acre

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,731

Year built

1981

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

4001140224400000

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: 2
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
# of Beds Lower: 1
Bedrooms Possible: 4

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

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

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Lower

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Lower

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Lower

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

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

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Lower

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

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

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: Daylight, Finished

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate, Dining Room
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl, Wood, Wood Products

Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Creek

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,250
Style Code: 14 - Split Entry
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space

Lot Information
Lot Number: 1
MLS Lot Size Source: CoreLogic
Site Features: Cable TV,Outbuildings,Patio,Propane,Shop
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Dead End Street, Open Space, Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 1
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,685
Tax Year: 2017

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: Blaine
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Connected, Septic System, Electric, Pellet, Propane

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
High School District: Ferndale

Location Information
Directions: 1-5 to Exit 270. West on Birch Bay Lynden Road. North on Valley View Road. Drive 2 miles, property is on the right.
Topography: Level,PartialSlope

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,731
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4001140224400000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Tuesday, May 30, 2017

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

Home Information
Living Area: 2,250
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2250
MLS Square Footage Source: CoreLogic
Building Area Total: 2250
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Building Name: Paradise Gardens
Structure Type: House
Levels: Multi/Split
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Custer Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.1mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.2mi

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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 82° expected this year, 17 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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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.

7.4 hrs

1.8 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$676,000 – $818,000

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