9281 Stein Rd

Custer, WA 98240

$689,999
Price
2
Beds
936 Sq. Ft.
$737 / Sq. Ft.
936
Sq. Ft.
$737
per Sq. Ft.
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Listing provided courtesy of Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Source: Northwest MLS

Description

Tucked away on five peaceful acres near the end of Stein Road, this property feels like a true escape from it all. It offers a rare level of privacy and calm that is getting harder and harder to find. The home features 936 square feet of living space on the main floor with 2 bedrooms and a beautifully tiled bathroom. Character and charm greet you around every corner, highlighted by warm wood accent walls that perfectly complement the cozy wood-burning fireplace anchoring the main living area. Another...Tucked away on five peaceful acres near the end of Stein Road, this property feels like a true escape from it all. It offers a rare level of privacy and calm that is getting harder and harder to find. The home features 936 square feet of living space on the main floor with 2 bedrooms and a beautifully tiled bathroom. Character and charm greet you around every corner, highlighted by warm wood accent walls that perfectly complement the cozy wood-burning fireplace anchoring the main living area. Another 936 unfinished square feet downstairs await your personal finishing touches, effortlessly doubling your potential square footage. Recent updates bring peace of mind, including fresh interior and exterior paint, new flooring, and a newer furnace. For parking and storage, the property includes an oversized garage and a detached carport. Plus a massive shop with a newer roof, a horse stall, a lean-to, and a bathroom that is ready for water hookup. A dedicated fire pit, private trails through the timber, fenced pastures, fruit trees and wide-open meadow space invite you to step outside and fully enjoy the land. Whether you are dreaming of a private retreat or a functional hobby farm, this layout offers flexibility and opportunity…There is even potential for an additional homesite (buyer to verify), making it absolutely perfect for multigenerational living. This is a special place where all of your dreams can come true!
  1. Listed by Ramona Green • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
    P: (360)-734-7500 ramonagreen@windermere.com
  2. Listed by Jessica Bates • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
    P: (360)-371-5100 jessicabates@windermere.com

Property Details for 9281 Stein Road

Community Name
Custer
School District
Ferndale
View
Territorial
Number of Assigned Spaces
3
Total Covered Parking
3
Entry Date
06-25-2026
Energy Source
Natural Gas
Sewer
Septic Tank
LISTING UPDATED: 06/26/2026 09:25 AM

Property Details for 9281 Stein Road

StatusActive
MLS #2545978
Days on Market3
Cumulative Days on Market3
Taxes$4,566 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1960
Lot Size5.00 AC / 217,800 SF
CountyWhatcom County
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Building Information for 9281 Stein Road

Stories-Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size5.00 AC / 217,800 SF

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Property Information for 9281 Stein Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Shop, Stable
  • Area: 870 - Ferndale/Custer
  • Elementary School: Custer Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Buyer To Verify
  • High School: Ferndale High
  • Directions: I5 to exit 270, turn left on Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Right on Stein Rd and continue to reach 9281 Stein Rd.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2026
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage, Carport-Attached, Garage-Attached
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, Attached Garage
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 2
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Vinyl Plank
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Wired for Generator
  • Room and Floor: Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, Utility Room-Lower, Bathroom Full-Main, Bedroom-Main
  • Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Room List: Dining Room, Entry Hall, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room, Bathroom Full, Bedroom
  • Number Of Showers: 1
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition, Metal
  • Appliances That Stay: Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Waterfront Description: Creek
  • Security Features: Partially Fenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Individual Well
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer Company: Septic
  • Water Company: Well
  • Power Production Type: Natural Gas
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Level: One
  • Lot Topography: Equestrian,Level,Rolling
  • MLS Square Footage Source: realist
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 38
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Open Space, Secluded
  • Lot Size Source: realist
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 4001122445070000
  • Calculated Square Footage: 936
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 936
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture, Wooded
  • Building Area Total: 936.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 9281 Stein Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2545978

$689,999—
Jul 14, 2004

Sold

NWMLS #22069475

$185,000—
Jul 7, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #140529424

$185,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/25/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2545978

$689,999
07/14/2004

Sold

NWMLS #22069475

$185,000
07/07/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #140529424

$185,000

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

Public Records for 9281 Stein Road

Taxable ValueLand$343,574Additions$221,070Total$564,644
Tax Record2025$4,352 ($363 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt936 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt936 SqFtUnfinished Basement Area832 SqFtStories1Lot Size217,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960ZoningR10ACountyWHATCOMAPN400112 244507 0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 9281 Stein Road

This home is within Ferndale School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Custer Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Horizon Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Ferndale High School
Public - 9 to 12
Ferndale Re-Engagement
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Custer Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Horizon Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ferndale High School
Public9 to 12

Ferndale Re-Engagement
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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More information about 9281 Stein Road, Custer, WA 98240

9281 Stein Road is a single family home for sale in Custer, WA 98240. This property was listed for sale on June 25, 2026 by Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc., it's currently listed at $689,999. It has been on the market for a total of 3 days and was last sold on July 14, 2004. This listing's school district is Ferndale School District. Nearby schools include Custer Elementary School, Horizon Middle School and Ferndale High School. 9281 Stein Road is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 936 sqft single family home built in 1960.

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