#2397471, Kyle Lee, Listing office: Real Broker LLC
#2262217·
Listing office: Redfin·
Listing agent: Christine Rasmussen·
Listing office phone: 425-529-5426
$595,000 List price
1609 Washington Ave Blaine, WA 98230
2 beds
1 full
2,072 sqft
0.5 acres
$287 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1609 Washington Ave
RARE Opportunity to own low bank waterfront. This rare gem is tucked away in a quiet corner at the mouth of Blaine’s Dakota Creek, w/ gorgeous panoramic views of Drayton Harbor from an impressive wrap-around porch. Imagine your own private beach access for paddle boarding, kayaking & more! Charming 2 bdrm, 1 bath home sits on level ½ acre & is ready to get the care it deserves. Outstanding potential for main home living while rebuilding the detached garage & shop as an ADU. BUYER TO VERIFY. RV hook up/dumping/ & 220 V plug inside garage. Stone’s throw to Semiahmoo w/out the fees! Minutes to US-CND border for fine dining & world class entertainment. Don’t miss this one located in the growing community of Blaine!
Highlights
HeatingForced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
(Contingent)
CoolingNone, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size2,072 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.52 Acres
Year built1974
ParkingDriveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
MLS #2262217
Garage1 space
FireplaceWood Burning
ViewBay, Ocean, See Remarks
Virtual tour
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Vinyl
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
- View: Bay, Ocean, See Remarks
- Exterior: Wood
- Architectural Style: A-Frame
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: None, Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $595,000
- Price/SqFt: $287
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,960
- Tax Year: 2022
- Lot: Paved
- Directions: I-5 N take Exit 274 to Peace Portal Way. Left at four way stop. Right at Washington Street which is behind the hardware store.
- Year Built: 1974
- Living Area: 2,072 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.52 Acres
- MLS Number: 2262217
- MLS Name: NWMLS
- Office Name: Redfin
- Office Phone: (425) 529-5426
- Listing Agent: Christine Rasmussen
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 26, 2012 | Home Sold | $305,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $604,858 | $3,960 |
| 2021 | $475,815 | $4,152 |
| 2020 | $413,752 | $3,960 |
| 2019 | $378,888 | $3,768 |
| 2018 | $344,313 | $3,261 |
| 2017 | $288,128 | $2,908 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Blaine Elementary School
Public District 3-5
1.4 mi
•836 Mitchell Ave
5
Custer Elementary School
Public District KG-5
5.7 mi
•7660 Custer School Rd
4
Cascadia Elementary School
Public District PK-5
9.0 mi
•6175 Church Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $45,957. The majority of Blaine, WA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
36%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
42%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
Extreme Sports
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Kmart
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Old Navy
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Little Caesars
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Chevrolet
GMC
What do the neighbors listen to?
Oldies
Country
New Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1609 Washington Ave
The listing price of 1609 Washington Ave property is $595,000.
The property 1609 Washington Ave is a house located in Blaine, Washington, 98230.
Accepting Backup Offers: 1609 Washington Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 1609 Washington Ave are: Blaine Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Custer Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Cascadia Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Blaine Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Horizon Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Vista Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Blaine High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Ferndale High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Ferndale Virtual Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $3,960 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 26, 2012 for $305,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1609 Washington Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1609 Washington Ave is 2,072 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1609 Washington Ave is 1974.
This home is located at 1609 Washington Ave in Blaine, WA and zip code 98230. This 2,072 square foot home, which was built in 1974, sits on a 0.52 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 12, 2024 and is currently priced at $595,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Blaine, WA there were more than 15 sold above asking price, over 15 sold below and more than 12 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Blaine, WA between May and June 2025 increased by 12.8%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $562,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 39 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.