Listed by COMPASS, Bought with Orcas Island Realty
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

297 Bay Head Rd Orcas, WA 98280

Estimated Value: $782,000 - $1,074,000

2 Beds
3 Baths
1,717 Sq Ft
$559/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 7, 2023

Last sale price $950,000 $553 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,450 / mo

57 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Boat Launch
  • Two Primary Bedrooms
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Orcas Island High School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of November 2023

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Wally Gudgell

COMPASS License #11589 Listed on: 08/17/2023

COMPASS

Co-Listed By

Kevin Ranker

COMPASS License #22011354

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Clure

Orcas Island Realty License #2040

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2151897

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,487

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 34,909 Sq Ft Lot
  • Dirt Road
  • Open Space
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Southwest Facing Home
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,717 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Territorial Views
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Washer

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Double Master Bedroom

Parking

  • Detached Carport Space
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7
  • Assessor Parcel Number 262250007000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Orcas Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions

Recreation

  • Community Boat Launch

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,487

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0.8 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • StyleCode: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher,GarbageDisposal,Refrigerator,StoveRange,Washer
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Architectural Style: Northwest Contemporary
  • Building Name: Bay Head
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1717
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Daylight, Finished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Stove/Range, Washer
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceramic Tile, Laminate Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Second Primary Bedroom, Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Pantry, Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Living Area: 1717
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • BathsFullMain: 0
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1717
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 1
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 2
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher,Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator,Stove/Range,Washer

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Territorial
  • Lot Features: Dead End Street, Dirt Road, Open Space
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: false
  • WaterAccess: Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach,Deeded Access

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport, Driveway, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Community
  • Cooling: Ductless HP-Mini Split
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Ductless HP-Mini Split
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: OPALCO
  • SewerCompany: Eastsound Sewer
  • WaterCompany: Bay Head Water Users
  • WaterHeaterType: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Boat Launch, CCRs
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Fee Information

  • NWM_OtherDuesOrFeesYN: true

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Orcas Island
  • High School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle Or Junior School: Buyer To Verify

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 262250007000
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.8014
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 34909
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Deck,High Speed Internet,Patio
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Assessor
  • ZoningJurisdiction: County
  • LotNumber: 7

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Wood

Rental Info

  • ShortTermRentalYN: true

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3487

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Wood

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 17, 2023
Closed on
Nov 2, 2023
Sold by
Max A Lyons Spousal Irrevocable Trust and Carol S Lyons Spousal Irrevocable Trust
Bought by
Aviator Lane Llc
Seller's Agent
Wally Gudgell
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Mary Clure
Orcas Island Realty
List Price
$960,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.04%
Views
78
Current Estimated Value
$959,686

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,686
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.41%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 31, 2020
Sold by
Lyons Carol S
Bought by
Max A Lyons Spousal Irrevocable Trust and Lyons

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2018
Sold by
Lyons Max A and Lyons Carol Suc
Bought by
Lyons Joint Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2012
Sold by
Fleming Barbara Jean
Bought by
Lyons Max A and Lyons Carol Sue
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Aviator Lane Llc $950,000 Chicago Title
Max A Lyons Spousal Irrevocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Lyons Max A -- None Listed On Document
Carol S Lyons Spousal Irrevocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Max A Lyons Spousal Irrevocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Carol S Lyons Spousal Irrevocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Lyons Max A -- None Listed On Document
Lyons Joint Trust -- None Available
Lyons Max A $258,221 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/07/2023 11/07/23 Sold $950,000 -1.0% $553 / Sq Ft
10/13/2023 10/13/23 Pending -- -- --
08/17/2023 08/17/23 For Sale $960,000 -- $559 / 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 $4,339 $768,180 $248,740 $519,440
2024 $3,519 $732,330 $236,030 $496,300
2023 $3,519 $638,590 $236,030 $402,560
2022 $3,354 $574,630 $181,560 $393,070
2021 $3,326 $443,860 $181,560 $262,300
2020 $2,626 $425,010 $151,300 $273,710
2019 $1,910 $322,390 $97,140 $225,250
2018 $1,957 $378,330 $229,640 $148,690
2017 $1,554 $240,370 $80,950 $159,420
2016 $2,330 $209,120 $85,000 $124,120
2015 $2,330 $213,600 $85,000 $128,600
2014 $2,330 $232,990 $85,000 $147,990
2012 $2,330 $270,970 $108,570 $162,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2151897

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 262250-007-000

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