$1,250,000

121 Switchback Rd Orcas Island, WA 98245

$10,000
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
3,281 sqft
0.8 acres
$381 / sqft
House

Property details

About 121 Switchback Rd

Experience the best of Pacific N.W. living in this 3281 sq. ft. custom 2-level Orcas Highlands retreat perched on a private ¾ acre forested lot. Panoramic views of Eastsound, Gulf Islands, & Canadian Cascades fill skylit interiors connecting the wonder of Orcas Island to exceptional living spaces. Maple hardwood and slate floors combined with 3 wood-burning fireplaces radiate warmth and charm. An elegant kitchen, sunken living room, & spacious primary suite flow to a wraparound cedar deck with multiple access points. Lower level offers separate entry, full bath, bedroom, office/flex area, & workshop. Recent upgrades include roof, 2 heat pumps, new lower deck, dishwasher, & more amenities. Escape the mainland and discover serenity.

Highlights

HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
Size3,281 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.7676 Acres
Year built1992
ParkingDriveway
MLS #2381348
FireplaceWood Burning
ViewBay, City, Mountain(s), Sound

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Disposal
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Marble, Slate, Carpet
  • Interior: Bath Off Primary, Ceramic Tile, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), French Doors, Jetted Tub, Skylight(s), Water Heater
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Driveway
  • View: Bay, City, Mountain(s), Sound
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Architectural Style: Northwest Contemporary
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • List Price: $1,250,000
  • Price/SqFt: $380
  • HOA Amount: $194 Quarterly
  • Lot: Dead End Street, Paved
  • Directions: From Eastsound, R. on Olga Rd., L. on Lindsay Way (Entrance to Orcas Highlands). continue on Lindsay Way, R. on Switchback Rd. Home on left at 121 Switchback.
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Living Area: 3,281 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.7676 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2381348
  • MLS Name: NWMLS
  • Office Name: Windermere RE Orcas Island
  • Office Phone: (360) 376-8000
  • Listing Agent: Marie Baxter

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121 Switchback Rd, Orcas Island, WA 98245 - rear view of house featuring a chimney, a deck, and a forest view

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Nearby schools

6

Orcas Island Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.5 mi

611 School Rd

5

Friday Harbor Elementary School

Public District PK-5

11.6 mi

95 Grover St

6

Lopez Elementary School

Public District KG-5

12.2 mi

86 School Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $57,072. Most Orcas Island, WA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

27%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

7%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
9%
18-34 yrs old
50%
35-64 yrs old
28%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • ApplebeesApplebees
  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • SubaruSubaru
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • New CountryNew Country
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About 121 Switchback Rd

The listing price of 121 Switchback Rd property is $1,250,000.

The property 121 Switchback Rd is a house located in Orcas Island, Washington, 98245.

Active Listing: 121 Switchback Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 121 Switchback Rd are: Orcas Island Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Friday Harbor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lopez Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Orcas Island Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Friday Harbor Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Anacortes Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Oasis K-12 (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Orcas Island High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Friday Harbor High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).

The property at 121 Switchback Rd has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The property 121 Switchback Rd is 3,281 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 121 Switchback Rd is 1992.

This home is located at 121 Switchback Rd in Orcas Island, WA and zip code 98245. This 3,281 square foot home, which was built in 1992, sits on a 0.77 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,250,000.

In April 2025 more than 0 listings in Orcas Island, WA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 4 were sold below. Between March and April 2025, Orcas Island, WA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 11.9%. Listings spent 37 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $950,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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