Escape to your private 3.9-acre, two-parcel retreat tucked into the foothills of the North Cascade Mountains, accessed by a private drive and conveniently located just minutes from Sumas, Everson, and the Canadian border. The property gently ascends a wooded hillside and is richly landscaped with mature native vegetation, including red cedars, sword ferns, salmonberry, bigleaf maples, and alder. A peaceful natural setting is complemented by abundant wildlife and birdlife, offering an ideal backdrop for a future homesite or recreational use. The lower portion of the property features a stream and natural lowland area. Buyer to verify all development potential and intended use.
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
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Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 82° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Redfin Estimate for 8146 Watkins Rd
$110,519
$9,481 under list price of $120K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $148K to $475K.