Listed by Victoria Shaner • Orcas Island Realty. Bought with ZNonMember-Office-MLS.
Off Market May 2012 for $642K
$1,469,966
2
bd
•
2 ba
•
1,427
sq ft
1606 Foster Point Rd, Orcas, WA 98280
About this home
Waterfront magic! Built on a point that allows majestic views of Mt Baker and the Cascade Range to the East, and looking South, active marine views of ferries and boats passing the Lopez Ferry Landing on their way to Friday Harbor or Orcas. 1/22nd interest in 340 acre community with thousands of feet of waterfront. Active tide pools right out your door. Close to the Orcas Village amenities and the ferry. Great community beach just a short walk. It is a wonderful community of waterfront homes.
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Market trends in 98280, WA
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
96.0%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$1.2M
$0 MoM
Avg. days on market
21d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
1
0 MoM
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Sale history for 1606 Foster Point Rd
Date
Event
Price
May 16, 2012
Delisted
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #263327
—
May 16, 2012
Sold (MLS) (Sold)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #263327
$642,000
$450/sq ft
Mar 10, 2012
Pending
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #263327
—
Feb 13, 2012
Price Changed
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #263327
$685,500
$480/sq ft
Aug 15, 2011
Listed (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #263327
$795,000
$557/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,951 (+19.6%)
$1,484,160
2025
$8,317 (+7.2%)
$1,484,160
2024
$7,762 (+12.0%)
$1,456,070
2023
$6,932 (+15.1%)
$1,471,080
2022
$6,021 (+1.4%)
$1,188,140
2021
$5,937 (−0.9%)
$827,760
2020
$5,988 (+329.9%)
$3
2019
$1,393 (+25.6%)
$175,230
2018
$1,109 (−36.2%)
$134,840
2017
$1,737 (+1.2%)
$134,840
2016
$1,716 (−1.8%)
$236,900
2014
$1,748 (+5.1%)
$253,110
2013
$1,663 (+5.0%)
$247,530
2012
$1,583 (+9.1%)
$294,640
2011
$1,451 (+111.0%)
$294,640
2010
$688 (−50.2%)
$294,640
2009
$1,381
$294,640
Tax history for 1606 Foster Point Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,951 (+19.6%)
$1,484,160
2025
$8,317 (+7.2%)
$1,484,160
2024
$7,762 (+12.0%)
$1,456,070
2023
$6,932 (+15.1%)
$1,471,080
2022
$6,021 (+1.4%)
$1,188,140
2021
$5,937 (−0.9%)
$827,760
2020
$5,988 (+329.9%)
$3
2019
$1,393 (+25.6%)
$175,230
2018
$1,109 (−36.2%)
$134,840
2017
$1,737 (+1.2%)
$134,840
2016
$1,716 (−1.8%)
$236,900
2014
$1,748 (+5.1%)
$253,110
2013
$1,663 (+5.0%)
$247,530
2012
$1,583 (+9.1%)
$294,640
2011
$1,451 (+111.0%)
$294,640
2010
$688 (−50.2%)
$294,640
2009
$1,381
$294,640
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,224
Year built
2019
Style
Other
County
San Juan County
APN
262431009000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Apr 7, 2026.
Jul 20, 2018 • Final
Accessory structure - residential
ADU
Jul 20, 2018 • Final
Res - remodel or addition
Addition
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: RV Parking
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Main: 2
Bedrooms Possible: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Full Baths (Main): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Kitchen Without Eating Space
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Extra Fin Rm
Room Level: Upper
Basement Information
Basement Features: Daylight, Partially Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Directions: Take Killebrew Lake Road East from the Orcas Ferry Landing. Turn right on Foster Point Rd. Turn left when the road divides around a tree. Then follow map to 1606.
Topography: Sloped
Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Community Features: CCRs, Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,224
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Other
Year Built: 2019
Year Renovated: —
County: San Juan County
APN: 262431009000
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Monday, August 15, 2011
Green Information
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, Solar (Unspecified), Wood
Home Information
Living Area: 1,427
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1427
MLS Square Footage Source: County Assessor and Plans
Building Area Total: 1427
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Post & Pillar, Poured Concrete, Tie Down
Building Name: Foster Point
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Orcas Island Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 7.5mi
7/10
Orcas Island Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.5mi
9/10
Orcas Island High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.5mi
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
8 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
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Estimated sale price
$1.40M – $1.69M
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