Listed by Wally Gudgell • COMPASS. Bought with Orcas Island Realty.

Off Market Nov 2023 for $950K

$857,355

•

1,717

sq ft

297 Bay Head Rd, Orcas, WA 98280

About this home

INCOME GENERATING ISLAND VACATION RENTAL - Located just minutes from the ferry landing, this wonderful 2BD/3BA contemporary offers pastoral views and is within walking distance to Orcas Village restaurants, grocery store, other amenities, and Bayhead Marina where you have a 55' slip already reserved at an extremely low rate of $4/foot. Bright open concept living/dining opening onto wonderful deck overlooking the very serene views. The home also possesses a downstairs apartment ideal for guests, detached carport, & fiber optic internet. With an active Vacation Rental Permit this home has excellent income history while also serving as an incredible island retreat for the owners.

Single-familyProperty Type

1973Year Built

0.8 acresLot Size

$499Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Wally Gudgell • COMPASS

Listed by Kevin Ranker • COMPASS

Bought with Mary Clure • Orcas Island Realty

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2151897

Redfin Estimate

$857,355

$93K since sold in November 2023$27K since August

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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 19.8% lower than the average sale price ($1.07M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$1,100,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,683 sq ft
339 Highlands Dr, Eastsound, WA 98245
SOLD MAR 5, 2026
$1,225,000
B
2 beds2 baths1,701 sq ft
296 Shag Rock Ln, Eastsound, WA 98245
SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$800,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,605 sq ft
239 Killebrew Lake Rd, Orcas Island, WA 98280
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$1,715,000
D
2 beds2 baths2,493 sq ft
167 Shore Dr, Eastsound, WA 98245
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$875,000
E
1 bed1 bath1,861 sq ft
229 Bay Head Rd, Eastsound, WA 98280
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$700,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,392 sq ft
112 Discovery Way, Eastsound, WA 98245

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Market trends in Orcas Island, WA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

97.8%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$950K

$246K MoM

Avg. days on market

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

10 MoM

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Sale history for 297 Bay Head Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,316 (+22.5%)

$248,740 + $519,440

$768,180

2025

$4,339 (+23.3%)

$248,740 + $519,440

$768,180

2024

$3,519 (+0.9%)

$236,030 + $496,300

$732,330

2023

$3,487 (+4.0%)

$236,030 + $402,560

$638,590

2022

$3,354 (+0.8%)

$181,560 + $393,070

$574,630

2021

$3,326 (+26.7%)

$181,560 + $262,300

$443,860

2020

$2,626 (+37.4%)

$151,300 + $273,710

$425,010

2019

$1,910 (−2.4%)

$80,950 + $148,690

$229,640

2018

$1,957 (+26.0%)

$80,950 + $159,420

$240,370

2017

$1,553 (+1.4%)

$80,950 + $159,420

$240,370

2016

$1,531 (−7.4%)

$85,000 + $124,120

$209,120

2014

$1,654 (−12.0%)

$85,000 + $147,990

$232,990

2013

$1,879 (−19.4%)

$108,570 + $162,400

$270,970

2012

$2,330 (+8.9%)

$190,000 + $232,650

$422,650

2011

$2,140 (+8.9%)

$190,000 + $232,650

$422,650

2010

$1,965 (−1.7%)

$190,000 + $232,650

$422,650

2009

$1,998

$190,000 + $232,650

$422,650

Tax history for 297 Bay Head Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,316 (+22.5%)

$248,740 + $519,440

$768,180

2025

$4,339 (+23.3%)

$248,740 + $519,440

$768,180

2024

$3,519 (+0.9%)

$236,030 + $496,300

$732,330

2023

$3,487 (+4.0%)

$236,030 + $402,560

$638,590

2022

$3,354 (+0.8%)

$181,560 + $393,070

$574,630

2021

$3,326 (+26.7%)

$181,560 + $262,300

$443,860

2020

$2,626 (+37.4%)

$151,300 + $273,710

$425,010

2019

$1,910 (−2.4%)

$80,950 + $148,690

$229,640

2018

$1,957 (+26.0%)

$80,950 + $159,420

$240,370

2017

$1,553 (+1.4%)

$80,950 + $159,420

$240,370

2016

$1,531 (−7.4%)

$85,000 + $124,120

$209,120

2014

$1,654 (−12.0%)

$85,000 + $147,990

$232,990

2013

$1,879 (−19.4%)

$108,570 + $162,400

$270,970

2012

$2,330 (+8.9%)

$190,000 + $232,650

$422,650

2011

$2,140 (+8.9%)

$190,000 + $232,650

$422,650

2010

$1,965 (−1.7%)

$190,000 + $232,650

$422,650

2009

$1,998

$190,000 + $232,650

$422,650

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.8 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,717

Year built

1973

Style

Other

County

San Juan County

APN

262250007000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Apr 7, 2026.

Feb 28, 2025 • Final

Building subgroup for area 2 - orcas/shaw/blakely and surrounding islands

Remodel

Jan 31, 2025 • Final

Building subgroup for area 2 - orcas/shaw/blakely and surrounding islands

Plumbing

Water heater

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
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached Carport, Driveway, Off Street
Has Carport

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Main: 2
Bedrooms Possible: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 3
# of Three Quarter Baths (Main): 2
# of Three Quarter Baths (Lower): 1
# of Showers: 3

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Great Room
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Lower

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: Daylight, Finished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Ductless HP-Mini Split
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Ductless HP-Mini Split

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceramic Tile, Laminate Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Pantry, Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator,StoveRange,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Metal

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Energy Source: Electric,Wood
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,717
Style Code: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Wooded

Lot Information
Lot Number: 7
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Deck,High Speed Internet,Patio
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Dead End Street, Dirt Road, Open Space
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.8014
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,487
Tax Year: 2023

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Community
Water Company: Bay Head Water Users
Power Company: OPALCO
Sewer: Sewer Connected
Sewer Company: Eastsound Sewer
Water Heater Type: Electric

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
Middle Or Junior High School: Buyer To Verify
High School: Buyer To Verify
High School District: Orcas Island

Location Information
Water Access: Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach,Deeded Access
Bus Line Nearby: false
Directions: Turn right when exiting ferry, left on Bay Head Rd. House is around the loop on the left hand side.

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Community Features: Boat Launch, CCRs

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,717
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.8 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: San Juan County
APN: 262250007000

Home facts updated by county records on Apr 7, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Thursday, August 17, 2023

Green Information
Direction Faces: Southwest
Power Production Type: Electric, Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 1,717
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1717
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 1717
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Building Name: Bay Head
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main

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Schools

Orcas Island Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 6.9mi

7/10

Orcas Island Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.9mi

9/10

Orcas Island High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.9mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

9/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance 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 77° expected this year, 21 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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Historical weather

Orcas, WA • 98280

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Estimated sale price

$815,000 – $986,000

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Home values near 297 Bay Head Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
229 Bay Head Rd, Eastsound, WA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1861 Sq. Ft.	$843,334
311 BAY HEAD Rd, Orcas Island, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2160 Sq. Ft.	$707,413

Address	Redfin Estimate
311 Bay Head Rd, Eastsound, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2160 Sq. Ft.	$1,001,851
157 Bay Head Rd, Eastsound, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1323 Sq. Ft.	$958,128

Address	Redfin Estimate
225 Bay Head Rd, Eastsound, WA 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1800 Sq. Ft.	$849,484
219 Bay Head Rd, Eastsound, WA 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1852 Sq. Ft.	$1,001,857

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