OFF MARKET

Listed by Karen Timmer • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with Keller Williams Western Realty.

Off market jul 2020 for $499K

$736,139

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,463/mo

•

1,885

sq ft

797 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Lynden, WA 98264

About this home

Wonderful Country Living & Charming Home on 1.24 Acres! Gourmet kitchen open to dining & living rm, access to upper deck perfect to gather & entertain overlooking property w/panoramic mountain views of Mt. Baker & Twin Sisters. Master bedroom, main ba with walk in tile shower, soaking tub, office, utility room, lower level daylight basement w/2nd living room, private entrance leading to patio. Nicely landscaped, garden space, fruit trees, privacy hedge & detached shop w/additional parking!

Single-familyProperty Type

1969Year Built

1.24 acresLot Size

$391Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Karen Timmer • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Bought with Janie Tompke • Keller Williams Western Realty

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1589384

Redfin Estimate

$736,139

$237K since sold in July 2020$9,000 since October

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 27.9% higher than the average sale price ($575K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$550,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,792 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$517,500
B
3 beds2 baths1,566 sq ft
1273 Vista Cir, Lynden, WA 98264
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SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$649,950
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,902 sq ft
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$665,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,779 sq ft
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SOLD DEC 19, 2025
$520,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,570 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$550,000
F
4 beds2 baths2,292 sq ft
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Market trends in 98264, WA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.8%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$559K

$11K MoM

Avg. days on market

36d

9 days MoM

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19 MoM

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Sale history for 797 Birch Bay Lynden Rd

Date

Event

Price

Jul 17, 2020

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1589384

$499,000

$265/sq ft

Jun 6, 2020

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1589384

—

May 31, 2020

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1589384

—

May 20, 2020

Relisted (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1589384

—

May 6, 2020

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1589384

—

May 4, 2020

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1589384

$499,000

$265/sq ft

Apr 15, 2020

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1589384

$525,000

$279/sq ft

Dec 28, 2009

Sold

Public Records

$200,000

$106/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,539 (+4.2%)

$289,388 + $384,692

$674,080

2025

$5,315 (+9.0%)

$289,388 + $384,692

$674,080

2024

$4,875 (+6.0%)

$278,820 + $369,896

$648,716

2023

$4,597 (+10.7%)

$278,820 + $369,896

$648,716

2022

$4,152 (+2.8%)

$184,054 + $354,013

$538,067

2021

$4,039 (+40.3%)

$146,075 + $280,963

$427,038

2020

$2,878 (+13.2%)

$129,268 + $248,637

$377,905

2019

$2,542 (+4.5%)

$102,378 + $146,320

$248,698

2017

$2,432 (+2.4%)

$90,600 + $129,487

$220,087

2016

$2,375 (+18.4%)

$94,275 + $114,795

$209,070

2015

$2,005 (−3.1%)

$83,640 + $101,846

$185,486

2014

$2,070 (+3.2%)

$84,822 + $103,285

$188,107

2013

$2,007 (−0.8%)

$84,822 + $103,285

$188,107

2011

$2,024

$84,400 + $102,771

$187,171

Tax history for 797 Birch Bay Lynden Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,539 (+4.2%)

$289,388 + $384,692

$674,080

2025

$5,315 (+9.0%)

$289,388 + $384,692

$674,080

2024

$4,875 (+6.0%)

$278,820 + $369,896

$648,716

2023

$4,597 (+10.7%)

$278,820 + $369,896

$648,716

2022

$4,152 (+2.8%)

$184,054 + $354,013

$538,067

2021

$4,039 (+40.3%)

$146,075 + $280,963

$427,038

2020

$2,878 (+13.2%)

$129,268 + $248,637

$377,905

2019

$2,542 (+4.5%)

$102,378 + $146,320

$248,698

2017

$2,432 (+2.4%)

$90,600 + $129,487

$220,087

2016

$2,375 (+18.4%)

$94,275 + $114,795

$209,070

2015

$2,005 (−3.1%)

$83,640 + $101,846

$185,486

2014

$2,070 (+3.2%)

$84,822 + $103,285

$188,107

2013

$2,007 (−0.8%)

$84,822 + $103,285

$188,107

2011

$2,024

$84,400 + $102,771

$187,171

*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

1.24 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,885

Year built

1969

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

4002261475540000

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
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

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

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: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Lower

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Lower

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

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

Basement Information
Basement Features: Daylight

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
# of Fireplaces Main: 1
# of Fireplaces Lower: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,885
Sq. Ft. Unfinished: 131
Style Code: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: assessor
Site Features: Cable TV,Deck,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking,Shop
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 1.24
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,542
Tax Year: 2019

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Water Company: Well
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Septic System, Electricity Available
Water Heater Location: basement
Water Heater Type: natural gas

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

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

Location Information
Directions: Guide Meridian to Lynden Birch Bay Road head west, located at 797 Lynden Birch Bay Road
Topography: Level,PartialSlope

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,885
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.24 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4002261475540000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric

Home Information
Living Area: 1,885
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1885
MLS Square Footage Source: assessor
Building Area Total: 1885
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Fisher Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi

6/10

Lynden Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.2mi

5/10

Lynden High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi

6/10

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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

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 84° 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

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

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Historical weather

Lynden, WA • 98264

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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

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Estimated sale price

$700,000 – $847,000

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