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!
Sold
Listed by:
Brenda Mills,
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Bought with: Coldwell Banker Bain
$579,900
8297 Shintaffer Road, Blaine, WA 98230
3beds
1,610sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
0.5 Acres Lot
$580,000 Zestimate®
$360/sqft
$2,663 Estimated rent
Home value
$580,000
$551,000 - $615,000
$2,663/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 06, 2025 at 04:04am
Listed by:
Brenda Mills,
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Bought with:
Jacqynette Shook, 131228
Coldwell Banker Bain
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 2422698
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Ductless, Other – See Remarks, Wall Unit(s), Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: Tank - Electric, Water Heater Location: Hall Closet
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,610
- Total interior livable area: 1,610 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport, RV Parking
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Security System, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Ocean, Sea
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 0.50 Acres
- Dimensions: Appro x . 312 x 84 x 273 x 75
- Features: Paved, Cable TV, Dog Run, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 4051241152600000
- Zoning: UR4
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Average
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
- Water: Public, Company: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Ziply Fiber
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Blaine
- Subdivision: Birch Bay
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash Out,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Cumulative days on market: 38 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/5/2025 | Sold | $579,900+1.9%$360/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS #2422698 | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Pending sale | $569,000$353/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #2422698 | ||
| 8/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $569,000+10.1%$353/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #2422698 | ||
| 6/26/2023 | Sold | $517,000-1.7%$321/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #2026346 | ||
| 5/29/2023 | Pending sale | $526,000$327/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #NWM2026346 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,732 +3.9% | $516,537 |
| 2023 | $3,590 -2.5% | $516,537 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $3,682 +11.2% | $459,144 +26.6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 98230
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NABlaine Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 3.5 mi
- 7/10Blaine Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 7/10Blaine High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Blaine Elem
- Middle: Blaine Mid
- High: Blaine High
Source: NWMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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