Listed by Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
$569,000
PENDING

8297 Shintaffer Rd Blaine, WA 98230

Estimated payment $3,339/month

Total Views 1,953
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,610 Sq Ft
$353 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Property is near public transit
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Fruit Trees
  • No HOA

About This Home

Mid-century bay view home rests on a level, half-acre site perched above Birch Bay. 1610 SF single-story plan offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Vintage character shines in the original, handcrafted wood cabinetry, wood paneled living areas, and an original Murphy brand bed hidden in a closet. Features include double-pane vinyl windows, wood blinds, mini split A/C, a beautiful natural stone & terrazzo hearth, newer stainless steel appliances and commercial-style sinks. Over $50K in recent updates have been made, including a new natural gas fireplace and fencing the back half the property, creating the perfect area for pets to roam, kids to play, or to grow your sunshine-filled garden. Enjoy the laid back fun and natural beauty of Birch Bay!

Listing Agent

Brenda Mills

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #25793 Listed on: 08/24/2025

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2422698

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,732

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • East Facing Home
  • Dog Run
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is in average condition

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Bay

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,610 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Attached Carport
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Blaine Elementary School
  • Blaine Mid Middle School
  • Blaine High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Birch Bay Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,732

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 10 - 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Double Oven,Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Pending
  • Prev Status: Pending
  • Building Name: Plat of Kingsland Div No. 2
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1610
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2422698?w=Consumer&agent=31820
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Security System, Water Heater
  • Living Area: 1610
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • BathsFullMain: 0
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1610
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 1
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 1
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Double Oven,Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay, Ocean, Sea
  • Lot Features: Paved
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Property Condition: Average
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: true
  • ConstructionMethods: Standard Frame
  • BusRouteNumber: 75

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, RV Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Partially Fenced, Security System
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Ductless, Other – See Remarks, Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: Puget Sound Energy
  • SewerCompany: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
  • WaterCompany: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Hall Closet
  • WaterHeaterType: Tank - Electric
  • CableConnected: Xfinity
  • InternetConnected: Ziply Fiber

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Blaine
  • High School: Blaine High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Blaine Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4051241152600000
  • Topography: Level
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5
  • Lot Size: Approx. 312x84x273x75
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 21780
  • Zoning: UR4
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Dog Run,Fenced-Partially,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Assessor
  • ZoningJurisdiction: County
  • LotNumber: 14

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3731.58

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Natural Gas

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Blaine Elem

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $3,590 $516,537 $247,500 $269,037
2023 $3,590 $516,537 $247,500 $269,037
2022 $3,310 $459,144 $220,000 $239,144
2021 $3,151 $362,661 $155,192 $207,469
2020 $3,082 $318,127 $136,135 $181,992
2019 $2,811 $299,413 $128,127 $171,286
2018 $2,738 $266,113 $113,877 $152,236
2017 $2,334 $233,323 $99,845 $133,478
2016 $2,346 $222,001 $95,000 $127,001
2015 $2,301 $215,253 $87,824 $127,429
2014 -- $205,991 $84,044 $121,947
2013 -- $203,743 $83,125 $120,618
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/30/2025 09/30/25 Pending -- -- --
08/24/2025 08/24/25 For Sale $569,000 +10.1% $353 / Sq Ft
06/26/2023 06/26/23 Sold $517,000 -1.7% $321 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/27/2023 05/27/23 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2023 05/12/23 Price Changed $526,000 -2.4% $327 / Sq Ft
04/12/2023 04/12/23 For Sale $538,900 0.0% $335 / Sq Ft
03/05/2023 03/05/23 Pending -- -- --
01/25/2023 01/25/23 Price Changed $538,900 -4.6% $335 / Sq Ft
01/10/2023 01/10/23 For Sale $565,000 -- $351 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $517,000 Whatcom Land Title
Warranty Deed -- Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $413,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2422698

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 405124-115260-0000