237 Switchback Rd Eastsound, WA 98245
Estimated payment $8,194/month
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Deck
- Secluded Lot
- Orcas Island Middle School Rated 9+
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wooded Lot
About This Home
Sweeping Views, Serene Privacy & Endless Potential on Orcas Island! Perched in the Highlands with a stunning bird’s-eye perspective of Orcas Island and beyond, this inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and island adventure. Tucked away at the end of the road, the property feels wonderfully secluded while remaining just minutes from Moran State Park and Eastsound Village. Custom-built by a respected local craftsman, the home has been thoughtfully maintained and features a newer roof, fresh paint, and updated heating and septic systems. Take in year-round sunsets, distant views stretching toward Canada, and ever-changing vistas of some of Orcas Island’s most iconic landmarks. And then there’s the potential: more than 1,200 square feet of unfinished space awaits your vision. Create additional living areas, an art studio, guest quarters, a workshop, or a remote work office. This home is connected to Rock Island Fiber internet to meet your work and entertainment needs. Whether you're seeking a peaceful full-time residence, a weekend escape, or a home with room to make your own, this special Orcas Island property offers a rare combination of privacy, panoramic views, and possibilities.
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: 2581828
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,531
Year Built
- Built in 1985
Lot Details
- 1.24 Acre Lot
- Street terminates at a dead end
- Northwest Facing Home
- Secluded Lot
- Level Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Value in Land
- Property is in good condition
HOA Fees
- $53 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- Driveway
Property Views
- Ocean
- Views of a Sound
- Island
- Bay
- Strait Views
- Mountain
- Territorial
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,240 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Loft
- Partially Finished Basement
- Natural lighting in basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Orcas Elementary School
- Orcas Isl Mid Middle School
- Orcas Isl High School
Utilities
- Wall Furnace
- Heat Pump System
- Baseboard Heating
- Water Heater
- Septic Tank
- High Speed Internet
Community Details
- Association fees include common area maintenance, road maintenance, snow removal
- David Turnoy Association
- Built by Beemer & Minnis
- Eastsound Subdivision
- The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 2
- Assessor Parcel Number 173023004000
Map
Tax History
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| 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 | $5,020 | $827,980 | $313,020 | $514,960 |
| 2024 | $4,529 | $849,560 | $366,600 | $482,960 |
| 2023 | $4,529 | $828,040 | $310,200 | $517,840 |
| 2022 | $4,145 | $740,550 | $282,000 | $458,550 |
| 2021 | $3,880 | $549,080 | $235,000 | $314,080 |
| 2020 | $3,980 | $494,160 | $204,290 | $289,870 |
| 2019 | $3,404 | $494,160 | $204,290 | $289,870 |
| 2018 | $2,459 | $675,930 | $418,270 | $257,660 |
| 2017 | $2,459 | $375,660 | $152,960 | $222,700 |
| 2016 | $2,893 | $334,300 | $161,010 | $173,290 |
| 2015 | $2,893 | $340,620 | $161,010 | $179,610 |
| 2014 | $2,893 | $370,450 | $161,010 | $209,440 |
| 2012 | $2,893 | $336,250 | $153,340 | $182,910 |
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: 2581828
APN: 173023-004-000
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