Last Sold Price
3 beds1,610 sqft$360/sqft
8297 Shintaffer Rd, Blaine, WA 98230

Description

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...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!
LISTING CLOSED: 11/05/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Brenda Mills • Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
    P: 123-360-371-5100 brenda@brendamills.com

Property Details for 8297 Shintaffer Road

Status
MLS #
2422698
Days on Market
37
Cumulative Days on Market
37
Taxes
$3,732 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1945
Lot Size
0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
Community Name
Birch Bay
School District
Blaine
View
Bay, Ocean, Sea
Number of Assigned Spaces
1
Total Covered Parking
1
Entry Date
08-24-2025
Energy Source
Electric,Natural Gas
Sewer
Sewer Connected

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$517,000

Avg days on market

49

Sale-to-list ratio

96.7%

Blaine, WA

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Location

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Building Information for 8297 Shintaffer Road

Stories-Year Built1945Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

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Property Information for 8297 Shintaffer Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Dog Run, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
  • Area: 880 - Blaine/Birch Bay
  • Elementary School: Blaine Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Blaine Mid
  • High School: Blaine High
  • Directions: I-5 to exit 270. West on Birch Bay-Lynden Rd, left on Harborview Rd, right on Birch Bay Dr. Follow to Shintaffer Rd & turn right. Home is the second driveway on the left.
  • Bus Route Number: 75
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Direction Faces: East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Number of Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Parking Type: Carport-Attached, RV Parking
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, RV Parking
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Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 0
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 1
  • 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: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Laminate, Carpet
  • Basement: None
  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Security System, Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: Hall Closet
  • Room and Floor: Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Kitchen Without Eating Space-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, Living Room-Main, Utility Room-Main, Bathroom Half-Main, Bedroom-Main, Bathroom Three Quarter-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Ductless, Other – See Remarks, Wall Unit(s)
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Tank - Electric
  • Room List: Dining Room, Entry Hall, Kitchen Without Eating Space, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Utility Room, Bathroom Half, Bedroom, Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Number Of Showers: 1
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Double Oven,Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Partially Fenced, Security System
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer Company: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
  • Water Company: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: One
  • Lot Topography: Level
  • Construction Methods: Standard Frame
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 34
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Paved
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Approx. 312x84x273x75
  • Lot Number: 14
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 4051241152600000
  • Building Condition: Average
  • Calculated Square Footage: 1610
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 1610
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 1610.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 8297 Shintaffer Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 5, 2025

Sold

NWMLS #2422698

$579,900
Nov 1, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918637693

$579,900

+4.9% / yr

Sep 30, 2025

Pending

NWMLS #2422698

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/05/2025

Sold

NWMLS #2422698

$579,900
11/01/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918637693

$579,900

+4.9% / yr

09/30/2025

Pending

NWMLS #2422698

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

Public Records for 8297 Shintaffer Road

Taxable ValueLand$249,986Additions$271,739Total$521,725
Tax Record2025$3,621 ($302 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,610 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,610 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,780 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1945ZoningUR4CountyWHATCOMAPN405124 115260 0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8297 Shintaffer Road

This home is within Blaine School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Blaine Primary School
PublicPK to 2

Blaine Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Blaine Middle School
Public6 to 8

Blaine High School
Public9 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 8297 Shintaffer Road, Blaine, WA 98230
$579,900
3
1,610
21,780
$33,500
1
2
720
$300,000
11,000
$380,000
3
1,508
20,038
$275,000
2
1,045
17,627
$1,695,000
3
4,258
54,450

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