Lovingly updated craftsman cottage with all of the original character enhanced w/modern amenities on shy 5 acres of pastureland. Beautiful original fir flooring, crown molding, brick accents, decorative windows; updated w/newer roof, exterior paint, decking, furnace & more. Warm & cozy living room features newer pellet stove w/brick surround, arch opening to sunny hall, & lovely fir floors. Nice open kitchen w/tons of cabinets, eat-in island & inviting sunroom leading to huge partial wrap deck. Owner's suite w/sitting room, walk-in closet, tons of extra storage & huge updated full bath right next door feat. newer oversized spa tub & tiled shower. Large 2 car det garage w/separate flex room, green house, hot tub & acres for all your hobbies!
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Listed by: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
$824,900
8731 Valley View Road, Custer, WA 98240
3beds
3,317sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
4.71 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$249/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Extra storageOpen kitchenGreen houseEat-in islandDecorative windowsFlex roomCrown molding
- 169 days |
- 1,766 |
- 81 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 03, 2026 at 10:27am
Listed by:
Danielle J. Groeneweg,
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2440839
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Stove/Free Standing, Pellet, Propane
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: tankless, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Softwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Pellet Stove, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,317
- Total interior livable area: 3,317 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Skylight(s), Solarium/Atrium, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 4.71 Acres
- Features: Paved, Deck, Green House, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Outbuildings, Propane, RV Parking
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Pasture
Details
- Parcel number: 4001155023240000
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Public, Company: City of Blaine
- Utilities for property: Ziply
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Custer
Location
- Region: Custer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $249/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $600,258
- Annual tax amount: $4,651
- Date on market: 10/1/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 171 days
- Listing terms: Cash Out,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $824,900+75.5%$249/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2440839 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2016 | Sold | $470,000-5.9%$142/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #954822 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2016 | Pending sale | $499,500$151/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #954822 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2016 | Listed for sale | $499,500$151/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #954822 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2016 | Pending sale | $499,500$151/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #954822 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2016 | Listed for sale | $499,500+11%$151/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #954822 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2012 | Listing removed | $450,000$136/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #321895 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2012 | Listed for sale | $450,000$136/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #321895 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,651 +8.7% | $600,258 |
| 2023 | $4,277 -3.3% | $600,258 +12% |
| 2022 | $4,421 +27.6% | $535,945 +41.7% |
| 2021 | $3,465 +7.3% | $378,239 +18% |
| 2020 | $3,228 | $320,542 +8.5% |
| 2019 | $3,228 -2.1% | $295,425 +6% |
| 2018 | $3,297 +20.5% | $278,680 +16.5% |
| 2017 | $2,736 -10.9% | $239,210 |
| 2016 | $3,071 +13.8% | $239,210 +7.5% |
| 2015 | $2,698 | $222,484 |
| 2014 | $2,698 -2.7% | $222,484 |
| 2013 | $2,771 | $222,484 -3.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $231,560 -1% |
| 2011 | -- | $233,932 -3.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $242,882 -11.3% |
| 2009 | $2,898 -5.4% | $273,975 |
| 2008 | $3,062 | $273,975 |
| 2007 | $3,062 | $273,975 +89.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $144,630 +1.8% |
| 2004 | $1,967 -3.4% | $142,030 |
| 2003 | $2,035 +4% | $142,030 |
| 2002 | $1,957 +7.3% | $142,030 +7% |
| 2001 | $1,824 | $132,730 +6.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $124,260 |
| 1999 | -- | $124,260 |
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Est. payment
$4,687/mo
Principal & interest
$4206
Property taxes
$481
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Neighborhood: 98240
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- 7/10Custer Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3 mi
- 5/10Horizon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.9 mi
- 5/10Ferndale High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8 mi
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