OFF MARKET

Listed by Marty Zier • COMPASS. Bought with Orcas Island Realty.

Off market jan 2023 for $1.2M

$1,254,346

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,363/mo

•

2,720

sq ft

470 Cow Hill Rd, Olga, WA 98279

About this home

Unique 3 bd, 2 3/4 ba, 2-level home on secluded 5+ acres of forested knoll near Doe Bay, with southerly vista of Blakley Island, Puget Sound and distant Olympic Mountains. Wood frame, asphalt roofing, multiple skylights and cedar shake siding. 2700+ sq ft, turn-key house features modern kitchen with Mt Pickett cabinetry, granite countertop, Thermador gas range and convection oven, Miele espresso maker. Great room has 20-ft vaulted ceiling and propane fireplace. Hydronic system provides heating throughout interior. Exterior doors on both floors offer access to nature via decks. Mature landscaping (including rhododendrons and fruit trees) surrounds the home. Detached carport. Private access road. Doe Bay Water.

Single-familyProperty Type

1994Year Built

5.45 acresLot Size

$461Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Marty Zier • COMPASS

Listed by Deborah Hansen • COMPASS

Bought with Deborah Jones • Orcas Island Realty

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1982859

Redfin Estimate

$1,254,346

$38K since sold in January 2023$15K since September

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 13.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.11M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 3, 2026
$1,340,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,600 sq ft
186 Aerie Rd, Eastsound, WA 98245
SOLD SEP 17, 2026
$647,700
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,935 sq ft
245 Roehls Hill Rd, Olga, WA 98279
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$1,391,000
C
3 beds3 baths3,086 sq ft
612 Lindsay Way, Eastsound, WA 98245
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$1,050,000
D
3 beds3 baths2,413 sq ft
61 Sunrise Blf, Olga, WA 98279
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$1,111,111
E
3 beds2 baths1,967 sq ft
227 Bromley Dr, Eastsound, WA 98245

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$4,394/mo

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Market trends in 98279, WA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

98.6%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.2M

$237K MoM

Avg. days on market

43d

0 days MoM

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Sale history for 470 Cow Hill Rd

Date

Event

Price

Jan 11, 2023

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1982859

$1,292,500

$475/sq ft

Dec 5, 2022

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1982859

—

Sep 1, 2022

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1982859

$1,349,000

$496/sq ft

Nov 18, 2005

Sold (MLS)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #25126527

$800,000

$294/sq ft

Aug 26, 2005

Listed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #25126527

$815,000

$300/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,891 (+7.7%)

$345,860 + $806,370

$1,152,230

2025

$7,324 (+4.8%)

$345,860 + $806,370

$1,152,230

2024

$6,990 (+2.8%)

$273,630 + $980,730

$1,254,360

2023

$6,801 (−3.3%)

$218,900 + $1,077,310

$1,296,210

2022

$7,036 (+12.6%)

$218,900 + $920,600

$1,139,500

2021

$6,250 (−3.4%)

$199,000 + $750,050

$949,050

2020

$6,468 (+3.7%)

$199,000 + $606,720

$805,720

2019

$6,238 (+10.9%)

$189,530 + $589,890

$779,420

2018

$5,623 (+25.2%)

$252,960 + $451,060

$704,020

2017

$4,490 (+4.6%)

$252,960 + $451,060

$704,020

2016

$4,294 (+6.9%)

$265,600 + $353,590

$619,190

2014

$4,016 (−3.6%)

$229,950 + $346,980

$576,930

2013

$4,164 (−8.9%)

$261,240 + $350,570

$611,810

2012

$4,570 (+9.0%)

$350,000 + $490,340

$840,340

2011

$4,192 (+9.1%)

$350,000 + $490,340

$840,340

2010

$3,843 (−1.7%)

$350,000 + $490,340

$840,340

2009

$3,911

$350,000 + $490,340

$840,340

Tax history for 470 Cow Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,891 (+7.7%)

$345,860 + $806,370

$1,152,230

2025

$7,324 (+4.8%)

$345,860 + $806,370

$1,152,230

2024

$6,990 (+2.8%)

$273,630 + $980,730

$1,254,360

2023

$6,801 (−3.3%)

$218,900 + $1,077,310

$1,296,210

2022

$7,036 (+12.6%)

$218,900 + $920,600

$1,139,500

2021

$6,250 (−3.4%)

$199,000 + $750,050

$949,050

2020

$6,468 (+3.7%)

$199,000 + $606,720

$805,720

2019

$6,238 (+10.9%)

$189,530 + $589,890

$779,420

2018

$5,623 (+25.2%)

$252,960 + $451,060

$704,020

2017

$4,490 (+4.6%)

$252,960 + $451,060

$704,020

2016

$4,294 (+6.9%)

$265,600 + $353,590

$619,190

2014

$4,016 (−3.6%)

$229,950 + $346,980

$576,930

2013

$4,164 (−8.9%)

$261,240 + $350,570

$611,810

2012

$4,570 (+9.0%)

$350,000 + $490,340

$840,340

2011

$4,192 (+9.1%)

$350,000 + $490,340

$840,340

2010

$3,843 (−1.7%)

$350,000 + $490,340

$840,340

2009

$3,911

$350,000 + $490,340

$840,340

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5.45 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,722

Year built

1994

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Juan County

APN

173541008000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: RV Parking, Detached Carport
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1

Interior

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

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Full Baths (Lower): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Lower): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Lower

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Lower

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Lower

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Main

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

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Lower

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

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

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,StoveRange,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Energy Source: Electric,Propane
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,720
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, Pasture, Wooded

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Public Records
Site Features: Deck,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Irrigation,Outbuildings,Propane,RV Parking
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 5.4508
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,036
Tax Year: 2022

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out
Buyer Financing: Cash

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Community
Water Company: Doe Bay Water
Power Company: Orcas Power & Light Company
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Private Septic System
Water Heater Location: Basement Exterior Utility Rm
Water Heater Type: Propane
Cable Connected: Satellite (Private)
Internet Connected: T-Mobile (Private)

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

HOA Information
Association Contact Name: Cow Hill HOA
Has HOA
Association Fee: $500
Association Fee Frequency: Annually

School Information
Elementary School: Orcas Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Orcas Isl Mid
High School: Orcas Isl High
High School District: Orcas Island

Location Information
Bus Line Nearby: false
Directions: Pt Lawrence Rd to Cow Hill Rd. Go up Cow Hill, stay to the right, and go to 470 Cow Hill Rd.
Topography: Level,PartialSlope,Sloped

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Community Features: CCRs

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,722
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.45 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1994
Year Renovated: —
County: San Juan County
APN: 173541008000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Thursday, September 1, 2022

Green Information
Direction Faces: South
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane

Home Information
Living Area: 2,720
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2720
MLS Square Footage Source: Public Records
Building Area Total: 2720
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Year Built Effective: 1994
Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Orcas Island Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 6.8mi

7/10

Orcas Island Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.8mi

9/10

Orcas Island High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi

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

1/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 78° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

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

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Olga, WA • 98279

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Estimated sale price

$1.19M – $1.44M

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Home values near 470 Cow Hill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
571 Cow Hill Road, Olga, WA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1484 Sq. Ft.	$850,361
206 Upper Cow Hill Road, Olga, WA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3814 Sq. Ft.	$1,499,081

Address	Redfin Estimate
574 Cow Hill Road, Olga, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1936 Sq. Ft.	$851,546
427 Upper Cow Hill Road, Olga, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1728 Sq. Ft.	$854,996

Address	Redfin Estimate
459 Cow Hill Road, Olga, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1647 Sq. Ft.	$852,496
238 Bond Mill Road, Olga, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1478 Sq. Ft.	$568,096

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