OFF MARKET

Listed by Dana Hezel • Windermere RE/South Whidbey. Bought with RE/MAX Gateway.

Off Market Aug 2024 for $269K

$287,704

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $314/mo

Land

•

5.36

acres (lot)

1885 Newman Rd, Freeland, WA 98249

About this home

Discover a rare piece of history nestled in the heart of Freeland on Whidbey Island. This 5.3± acre wooded sanctuary features a 1928 Milwaukee Road railroad caboose, once the whimsical home of a beloved Whidbey resident. While the caboose awaits restoration, the true value lies in the land itself. Imagine the possibilities for your custom home or distinctive vacation retreat. Enjoy quiet and calm surroundings, mature trees, and proximity to public beach access and South Whidbey State Park. Septic & Water on property. With its storied past and tranquil setting, this property offers a unique opportunity to create your personal island legacy. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of Whidbey Island's charming history.

Vacant landProperty Type

5.36 acresLot Size

$53,676Price/Acres

Listed by Dana Hezel • Windermere RE/South Whidbey

Bought with Kim Rossi • RE/MAX Gateway

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2266262

Redfin Estimate

$287,704

$19K since sold in August 2024$3,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 65.5% lower than the average sale price ($834K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$1,238,825
A
3 beds3.5 baths3,102 sq ft
1950 Hillvista Pl, Freeland, WA 98249
SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$350,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,000 sq ft
1571 Dutch Hollow Dr, Freeland, WA 98249
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN SEP 4, 2026
$815,000
C
2 beds2 baths1,972 sq ft
6357 Baywood Rd, Freeland, WA 98249
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$550,000
D
3 beds1 bath2,259 sq ft
5443 Pleasant View Ln, Freeland, WA 98249
SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$600,000
E
2 beds2 baths3,920 sq ft
5336 Lola Ln Unit R32907, Langley, WA 98260
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$1,450,000
F
3 beds3.5 baths4,696 sq ft
1864 Scenic Ave, Freeland, WA 98249

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Earn from this home

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$58,422

Est. take-home

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Market trends in 98249, WA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

97.4%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$725K

$55K MoM

Avg. days on market

12d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

New listings for sale

LISTED BY REDFIN
$610,000
3 beds2 baths1,360 sq ft
5234 Bounty Loop, Freeland, WA 98249
Redfin
$559,000
3 beds2 baths1,957 sq ft
4903 Reindeer Rd, Freeland, WA 98249
Leah Courage • ONE Realty
$699,000
5 beds3 baths2,496 sq ft
5055 Honeymoon Bay Rd, Freeland, WA 98249
Theresa Truex • Windermere Real Estate Midtown
$649,000
3 beds2 baths1,980 sq ft
1402 Starview Ct, Freeland, WA 98249
Dan Fouts • COMPASS
$605,000
2 beds2 baths1,440 sq ft
5093 E Harbor Rd, Freeland, WA 98236
Dawn Helmerson • Better Homes and Gardens RE PC
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Sale history for 1885 Newman Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,815 (+14.7%)

$210,000 + $12,990

$222,990

2025

$1,583 (+20.2%)

$210,000 + $12,990

$222,990

2024

$1,317 (+2.6%)

$200,000 + $12,990

$212,990

2023

$1,283 (+4.3%)

$180,000 + $12,990

$192,990

2022

$1,230 (+2.3%)

$170,000 + $12,990

$182,990

2021

$1,203 (+4.5%)

$135,000 + $12,990

$147,990

2020

$1,151 (+2.9%)

$135,000 + $12,990

$147,990

2019

$1,119 (−12.9%)

$135,000 + $10,100

$145,100

2018

$1,285 (+9.3%)

$140,000 + $10,100

$150,100

2017

$1,175 (+12.9%)

$140,000 + $10,100

$150,100

2016

$1,041 (−2.8%)

$140,000 + $10,100

$150,100

2015

$1,071

$117,730 + $10,100

$127,830

2014

$1,072 (+208.2%)

$117,730 + $10,496

$128,226

2013

$348 (+3.2%)

$117,730 + $10,496

$128,226

2012

$337 (−72.9%)

$117,730 + $11,336

$129,066

2010

$1,246 (+10.3%)

$170,050 + $11,537

$181,587

2009

$1,130

$160,800 + $11,739

$172,539

Tax history for 1885 Newman Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,815 (+14.7%)

$210,000 + $12,990

$222,990

2025

$1,583 (+20.2%)

$210,000 + $12,990

$222,990

2024

$1,317 (+2.6%)

$200,000 + $12,990

$212,990

2023

$1,283 (+4.3%)

$180,000 + $12,990

$192,990

2022

$1,230 (+2.3%)

$170,000 + $12,990

$182,990

2021

$1,203 (+4.5%)

$135,000 + $12,990

$147,990

2020

$1,151 (+2.9%)

$135,000 + $12,990

$147,990

2019

$1,119 (−12.9%)

$135,000 + $10,100

$145,100

2018

$1,285 (+9.3%)

$140,000 + $10,100

$150,100

2017

$1,175 (+12.9%)

$140,000 + $10,100

$150,100

2016

$1,041 (−2.8%)

$140,000 + $10,100

$150,100

2015

$1,071

$117,730 + $10,100

$127,830

2014

$1,072 (+208.2%)

$117,730 + $10,496

$128,226

2013

$348 (+3.2%)

$117,730 + $10,496

$128,226

2012

$337 (−72.9%)

$117,730 + $11,336

$129,066

2010

$1,246 (+10.3%)

$170,050 + $11,537

$181,587

2009

$1,130

$160,800 + $11,739

$172,539

*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
Permits

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4.36 Acres

Year renovated

1900

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Island County

APN

R22911-235-3890

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jun 17, 2026.

Property details

Interior

Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Possible: 2

Exterior

Exterior Features
Improvements: Cabin,Outbuilding(s)

Property Features
Property Features: Brush, Evergreens, Partially Cleared

Property Information
Style Code: 41 - Res-Over 1 Acre
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Land
Has View

Land Information
Soil Feasibility Test: true
Soil Test Date: Thursday, July 1, 1982

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Road Information: Paved
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 5.36
Elevation Units: Feet
Road Surface Type: Paved

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,317
Tax Year: 2024

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out
Buyer Financing: Cash

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Available, On Property
Water Jurisdiction: Freeland Water
Electricity Status: On Property
Sewer: On Property
Septic System Type: Conventional
Septic Design Installed: true
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Septic Design Installed
Gas Status: Not Available

Location

School Information
Elementary School: So. Whidbey Primary
Middle Or Junior High School: South Whidbey Middle
High School: So. Whidbey High
High School District: South Whidbey Island

Location Information
Directions: From Clinton ferry: Hwy 525 N to Right on Double Bluff, Left at Newman to driveway on Right at sign.

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1900
County: Island County
APN: R22911-235-3890

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 17, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Monday, August 5, 2024

Home Information
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 0
Building Area Total: 0
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Structure Type: Unspecified

Around this home

Schools

South Whidbey Elementary

Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.7mi

7/10

South Whidbey Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi

7/10

South Whidbey High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi

9/10

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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

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 84° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

8 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years

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Freeland, WA • 98249

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In this area, properties receive around 8.4 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

$274,000 – $331,000

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Home values near 1885 Newman Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1975 Newman Road, Freeland, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2556 Sq. Ft.	$1,058,579
1901 Newman Road, Freeland, WA 1 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2750 Sq. Ft.	$701,685

Address	Redfin Estimate
1953 Newman Road, Freeland, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2188 Sq. Ft.	$1,184,788
1874 Newman Road, Freeland, WA - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$573,193

Address	Redfin Estimate
1871 Newman Road, Freeland, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2337 Sq. Ft.	$791,857
1831 Newman Road, Freeland, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 720 Sq. Ft.	$478,836

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