Seller's Agent in 2025
Daniel Fouts
Windermere Corporate
(360) 969-5957
85 in this area
167 Total Sales
Listed by Windermere RE/South Whidbey, Bought with Windermere Real Estate Co.
1888 Shore Ave Freeland, WA 98249
Estimated Value: $1,859,000 - $2,387,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,559
Sq Ft
$1,335/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 50 Feet of Waterfront
- Bamboo Flooring
- Skylights
- Views of a Sound
- No HOA
- 1-minute walk to Double Bluff County Park
About This Home
As of April 2025Embrace the Whidbey Island beach lifestyle in this charming 3-bed/2.25-bath cottage on coveted Useless Bay, offering 50± ft of pristine no-bank waterfront. Inside, a wall of windows in the main living areas showcases breathtaking water views, filling the space with natural light. The updated kitchen features inset cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless appliances, seamlessly flowing into the cozy living room with a wood-burning fireplace. Enjoy single-level living in your spacious primary suite with an updated en-suite, two additional bedrooms, and a beautifully updated bath with stylish finishes. Complete with an additional flex room, attached 2-stall garage, shop, and 1/2 bath, this beach home is your perfect coastal retreat.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Windermere RE/South Whidbey License #23006246 Listed on: 03/11/2025
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: 2340768
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,025
Year Built
- Built in 1942
Lot Details
- 12,876 Sq Ft Lot
- 50 Feet of Waterfront
- Home fronts a sound
- Street terminates at a dead end
- South Facing Home
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Views of a Sound
- Bay
- Mountain
- Territorial
Home Design
- Poured Concrete
- Bitumen Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,559 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- French Doors
- Storm Windows
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Bamboo
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- Propane
- Water Heater
- Septic Tank
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Useless Bay Subdivision
- The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number R229231473870
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 11, 2025
Closed on
Apr 3, 2025
Sold by
Margoles Ben and Margoles Sandy
Bought by
Pickering Brian and Pickering Laurie
Seller's Agent
Daniel Fouts
Windermere RE/South Whidbey
Buyer's Agent
Gunnar Hadley
Windermere Real Estate Co.
List Price
$2,350,000
Sold Price
$2,265,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$85,000
-3.62%
Views
50
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$183,949
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.75%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 11, 2019
Closed on
Jun 19, 2019
Sold by
Horvitz Eric and Horvitz Mary
Bought by
Margoles Ben and Margoles Sandy
Seller's Agent
Daniel Fouts
Windermere RE/South Whidbey
Buyer's Agent
Stosh Jackson
Real Residential
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,560,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
0.65%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.65%
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pickering Brian | $2,265,000 | Land Title | |
| Margoles Ben | $1,560,000 | Land T&E Of Island Co |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | Sold | $2,265,000 | -3.6% | $1,453 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/18/2025 03/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/11/2025 03/11/25 | For Sale | $2,350,000 | +50.6% | $1,507 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/28/2019 06/28/19 | Sold | $1,560,000 | +0.6% | $1,001 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/19/2019 06/19/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/11/2019 06/11/19 | For Sale | $1,550,000 | -- | $994 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,026 | $1,616,247 | $1,254,000 | $362,247 |
| 2024 | $10,063 | $1,543,193 | $1,254,000 | $289,193 |
| 2023 | $10,063 | $1,547,198 | $1,254,000 | $293,198 |
| 2022 | $10,527 | $1,523,112 | $1,254,000 | $269,112 |
| 2021 | $10,285 | $1,337,162 | $1,100,000 | $237,162 |
| 2020 | $9,303 | $1,330,845 | $1,100,000 | $230,845 |
| 2019 | $7,847 | $1,236,090 | $1,100,000 | $136,090 |
| 2018 | $8,478 | $1,036,646 | $900,000 | $136,646 |
| 2017 | $7,742 | $1,037,757 | $900,000 | $137,757 |
| 2016 | $7,099 | $1,039,979 | $900,000 | $139,979 |
| 2015 | -- | $892,201 | $750,000 | $142,201 |
| 2013 | -- | $966,280 | $813,618 | $152,662 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Daniel Fouts
-
Gunnar Hadley
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Gunnar Hadley
Windermere Corporate
(206) 409-5846
1 in this area
105 Total Sales
-
Stosh Jackson
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Stosh Jackson
Real Residential
(206) 402-9115
90 Total Sales
Map
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: 2340768
APN: R22923-147-3870
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