8256 Orcas Rd

Orcas Island, WA 98280

$2,925,000
Price
5
Beds
3,411 Sq. Ft.
$858 / Sq. Ft.
3,411
Sq. Ft.
$858
per Sq. Ft.
a front view of a house with garden
a view of a house with a roof deck
a living room with furniture and floor to ceiling windows
a living room with furniture a ceiling fan and a rug
a living room with furniture and a table
a kitchen with kitchen island granite countertop a sink a center island stainless steel appliances and cabinets
a view of a balcony with furniture and wooden floor
a spacious bedroom with a bed and a large window
a bedroom with a bed and a painting on the wall
a bathroom with a sink and a shower
a view of balcony with wooden floor and fence
a living room with furniture and a large window
a living room with furniture a fireplace and a flat screen tv
a view of balcony with wooden floor
a bedroom with a bed and a painting on the wall
a bedroom with bed and balcony
a bathroom with a double vanity sink a toilet a bathtub and shower
a view of a lake from a balcony
a view of a lake with a mountain
a aerial view of a house with garden space and sitting area
Listing provided by Northwest MLS

Description

Set atop a dramatic rock in the breathtaking San Juan Islands, this newly reimagined coastal home feels almost suspended above the water—serene, magical, and deeply grounding from the moment you step inside. Floor-to-ceiling windows pull the horizon so close it feels like you’re floating. Refined yet effortlessly inviting, this 3,411± sf mid-century–revamped residence offers designer finishes, mirrored primary suites, spa-like baths, cozy wood-burning fireplaces, and gentle southwest light. With...Set atop a dramatic rock in the breathtaking San Juan Islands, this newly reimagined coastal home feels almost suspended above the water—serene, magical, and deeply grounding from the moment you step inside. Floor-to-ceiling windows pull the horizon so close it feels like you’re floating. Refined yet effortlessly inviting, this 3,411± sf mid-century–revamped residence offers designer finishes, mirrored primary suites, spa-like baths, cozy wood-burning fireplaces, and gentle southwest light. With 345± ft of shoreline, easy access to the ferry and village, and low-maintenance living, it’s a zen-infused coastal haven you simply have to experience in person.
  1. Listed by Gregory King • Windermere RE San Juan Island
  2. Listed by Sybil Mager • Windermere RE San Juan Island

Property Details for 8256 Orcas Road

Community Name
Orcas
School District
Orcas Island
View
Sea, Sound
Number of Assigned Spaces
0
Total Covered Parking
0
Entry Date
01-16-2026
Energy Source
Electric,Wood
Sewer
Sewer Connected
LISTING UPDATED: 01/20/2026 05:03 AM

Property Details for 8256 Orcas Road

StatusActive
MLS #2459755
Days on Market13
Cumulative Days on Market167
Taxes$8,632 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1975
Lot Size0.88 AC / 38,115 SF
CountySan Juan County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Windermere RE San Juan Island
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Building Information for 8256 Orcas Road

Stories-Year Built1975Building Size-Lot Size0.88 AC / 38,115 SF

Payment Calculator

$14,975 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$14,256

Property Taxes

$719

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8256 Orcas Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Deck, High Speed Internet
  • Area: 901 - Orcas
  • Effective Year Built Source: See Remarks
  • Directions: From Ferry, turn Left onto Orcas Rd, follow to 8256 driveway on Left just before corner.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Parking Type: Driveway Parking
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Baths Lower: 1
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 1
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 4
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl Plank
  • Basement: Daylight, Finished
  • Features: Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Water Heater, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator
  • Room and Floor: Primary Bedroom-Main, Bedroom-Lower, Bathroom Full-Main, Bathroom Full-Lower, Bathroom Half-Main, Bathroom Three Quarter-Lower, Bonus Room-Lower, Den/Office-Main, Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Family Room-Lower, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Utility Room-Lower
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: 90%+ High Efficiency, Central A/C, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Room List: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Half, Bathroom Three Quarter, Bonus Room, Den/Office, Dining Room, Entry Hall, Family Room, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Utility Room
  • Number Of Showers: 3
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Metal
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Waterfront Description: Medium Bank, Sound, Strait
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Community
  • Power Company: OPALCO
  • Sewer Company: ESWD
  • Water Company: Orcas Landing
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Wood
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: One
  • Lot Topography: Level,Sloped,Terraces
  • MLS Square Footage Source: SJC
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 2025
  • Photos Count: 20
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Drought Resistant Landscape
  • Lot Size Source: SJC
  • Waterfront Footage: 345+/-
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 262114005000
  • Building Condition: Remodeled
  • Calculated Square Footage: 3411
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 3411
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Building Area Total: 3411.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • Water Access: Deeded Access
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 8256 Orcas Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2459755

$2,925,000—
Feb 28, 2024

Sold

NWMLS #2077036

$1,250,000—
Feb 22, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1527714678

$1,250,000—
Dec 21, 2023

Pending

NWMLS #2077036

—
Nov 18, 2023

Price Change

NWMLS #2077036

$1,500,000—
Jun 27, 2023

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2077036

$2,200,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/16/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2459755

$2,925,000
02/28/2024

Sold

NWMLS #2077036

$1,250,000
02/22/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1527714678

$1,250,000
12/21/2023

Pending

NWMLS #2077036

—
11/18/2023

Price Change

NWMLS #2077036

$1,500,000
06/27/2023

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2077036

$2,200,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 8256 Orcas Road

Taxable ValueLand$675,000Additions$811,680Total$1,486,680
Tax Record2024$11,317 ($943 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt5,127 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt3,411 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,716 SqFtStories1Lot Size35,719 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1975CountySAN JUANAPN262114-005-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8256 Orcas Road

This home is within Orcas Island School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Orcas Island Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Orcas Island Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Orcas Island High School
Public - 9 to 12
Oasis K-12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Orcas Island Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Orcas Island Middle School
Public6 to 8

Orcas Island High School
Public9 to 12

Oasis K-12
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 8256 Orcas Road, Orcas Island, WA 98280

8256 Orcas Road is a single family home for sale in Orcas Island, WA 98280. This property was listed for sale on January 16, 2026 by Windermere RE San Juan Island, it's currently listed at $2,925,000. It has been on the market for a total of 13 days and was last sold on February 28, 2024. This listing's school district is Orcas Island School District. Nearby schools include Orcas Island Elementary School, Orcas Island Middle School and Orcas Island High School. 8256 Orcas Road is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 3,411 sqft single family home built in 1975.

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