Listed by Island Grp Sotheby's Int Rlty, Bought with COMPASS
$545,000
SOLD DEC 3, 2025

279 Point Caution Dr Friday Harbor, WA 98250

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,320 Sq Ft
0.67 Acres

Recently Sold

$413 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

Highlights

  • 0.67 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Friday Harbor High School Rated A-
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Detached Garage

About This Home

As of December 2025

Tucked away in a serene and private wooded neighborhood, this charming two-story home offers the perfect blend of seclusion and comfort, yet is conveniently minutes away from the Town of Friday Harbor. Surrounded by tall cedar trees, and the sounds of nature, this house features a sizeable yard, two bedrooms, and 1 1/2 baths. Inside, the main floor welcomes with a warm and inviting living space including a cozy propane woodstove, functional kitchen, and a convenient half bath. Large windows throughout the home offer lovely forest and peek a boo water views. Upstairs, you'll find both bedrooms and a Jack & Jill full bath. With its quiet setting, thoughtful layout, and intimate size, this home is ideal for anyone seeking a tranquil retreat.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Terese Prescott

Island Grp Sotheby's Int Rlty License #23013119 Listed on: 10/24/2025

Island Grp Sotheby's Int Rlty

Co-Listed By

Chris Spaulding

Island Grp Sotheby's Int Rlty License #2691

Last Buyer's Agent

Heidi Staub

COMPASS License #24027832

COMPASS

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2447235

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,390

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 0.67 Acre Lot
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Brush Vegetation
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is in good condition

HOA Fees

  • $113 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,320 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Limited Views
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Slate Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Friday Harbor Elementary School
  • Friday Harbor Mid Middle School
  • Friday Harbor High School

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Propane
  • Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Association fees include road maintenance, water
  • John Bostrom Association
  • East Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,390

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$113 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 12 - 2 Story
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Leased Equipment,Refrigerator(s),See Remarks,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Architectural Style: Northwest Contemporary
  • Building Name: University Heights, Division 1
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1320
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • NWM_ExcludedItemsYN: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing_results/NWMLS/2447235, https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2447235?w=Consumer&agent=107485
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: See Remarks
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Laminate, Slate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Double Pane/Storm Window, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
  • Living Area: 1320
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • BathsFullMain: 0
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1320
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 1
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 1
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 2
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),See Remarks,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Partial, See Remarks
  • Lot Features: Dead End Street
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Cement Plank
  • Exterior Features: Cement Planked
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: false

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Community
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Baseboard, Other – See Remarks
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: OPALCO
  • WaterCompany: University Heights
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Crawlspace
  • WaterHeaterType: Electric
  • InternetConnected: RockIsland

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: CCRs
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 675
  • Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • Association: Yes
  • AssociationContactName: John Bostrom

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Road Maintenance, Water
  • NWM_OtherDuesOrFeesYN: false

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: San Juan Island
  • High School: Friday Harbor High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Friday Harbor Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 350250024000
  • Topography: Level,Partial Slope
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.67
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 29185
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Deck
  • MLSLotSizeSource: County Assessors
  • ZoningJurisdiction: County
  • LotNumber: 24

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, See Remarks

Rental Info

  • ShortTermRentalYN: false

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3389.89

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Propane,See Remarks

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Friday Harbor Elem

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 24, 2025
Closed on
Dec 1, 2025
Sold by
Sadler Russell K and Carlson Kimberly
Bought by
Porter-Hughes Susan and Porter-Hughes Ethan
Seller's Agent
Terese Prescott
Island Grp Sotheby's Int Rlty
Buyer's Agent
Heidi Staub
COMPASS
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-5.22%
Views
41

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
125.00%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Outstanding Balance
$250,000
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$360,523

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2015
Closed on
Sep 16, 2015
Sold by
Laws Christopher S
Bought by
Kent Roberta and Sadler Russell
Seller's Agent
Greg King
Windermere RE San Juan Islands
Buyer's Agent
Diana Clark
Island Grp Sotheby's Int Rlty
List Price
$335,000
Sold Price
$329,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-1.79%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.07%
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2010
Sold by
Jorasch James A
Bought by
Compton Victoria E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$209,000
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 2008
Sold by
Paulson Daniel and Fleming Ruth
Bought by
Compton Jorasch Victoria E and Jorasch James A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$268,000
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $545,000 Horizon Title Group
Warranty Deed $328,820 Chicago Title
Quit Claim Deed -- Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $335,000 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $250,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $90,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $209,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $268,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/03/2025 12/03/25 Sold $545,000 -5.2% $413 / Sq Ft
11/04/2025 11/04/25 Pending -- -- --
10/24/2025 10/24/25 For Sale $575,000 +74.8% $436 / Sq Ft
09/21/2015 09/21/15 Sold $329,000 0.0% $249 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/12/2015 07/12/15 Pending -- -- --
07/03/2015 07/03/15 Price Changed $329,000 -1.8% $249 / Sq Ft
05/01/2015 05/01/15 For Sale $335,000 +33.1% $254 / Sq Ft
10/11/2012 10/11/12 Sold $251,750 0.0% $182 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/09/2012 08/09/12 Pending -- -- --
08/07/2012 08/07/12 For Sale $251,750 -- $182 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $3,029 $506,790 $130,150 $376,640
2023 $3,029 $512,240 $130,150 $382,090
2022 $2,910 $455,190 $123,750 $331,440
2021 $2,694 $384,150 $81,290 $302,860
2020 $2,408 $361,220 $77,420 $283,800
2019 $2,005 $317,070 $77,420 $239,650
2018 $2,211 $435,040 $260,530 $174,510
2017 $1,772 $266,770 $86,020 $180,750
2016 $2,152 $224,580 $86,020 $138,560
2015 $2,152 $211,950 $107,530 $104,420
2014 $2,152 $228,790 $101,440 $127,350
2012 $2,152 $273,750 $112,710 $161,040
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2447235

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 350250-024-000