Sold: Nov 05, 2025

$579,900

3 Beds 1 / 1 Full / Half Baths 1,610 SQFT 0.50 Acres
Type: Single Family

8297 Shintaffer Road
Blaine, WA 98230

MLS#: 2422698
Presented by: Windermere Real Estate Whatcom and NWMLS
Sold by: Coldwell Banker Bain

Property 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 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!


 

General

AppliancesDishwasher(s), Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Attached Garage No
Building Area Units0 sqft
Building NamePlat of Kingsland Div No. 2
Carport Spaces1
Carport Y/NYes
CityBlaine
Close Price$579,900
CoolingDuctless
CountyWhatcom
DirectionsI-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.
Elementary SchoolBlaine Elem
Entry LocationMain
Facing DirectionEast
Full Baths0
HOANo
HOA Fee$0
HeatingDuctless, Other See Remarks, Wall Unit(s)
High SchoolBlaine High
High School DistrictBlaine
Land Lease Y/NNo
LevelsOne
Listing TermsCash Out, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Living Area1,610 sqft
Lot Size Square Feet21,780 sqft
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area880 - Blaine/Birch Bay
Middle/Junior High SchoolBlaine Mid
NWM_ShowMapLinkY
New ConstructionNo
PossessionClosing
Property ConditionAverage
Property Style10 - 1 Story
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
Public RemarksMid-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
RoofComposition
Security FeaturesPartially Fenced, Security System
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerSewer Connected
Special Listing ConditionsNone
Standard StatusClosed
StatusSold
Structure TypeHouse
Subdivision NameBirch Bay
Tax Annual Amount$3,732
Tax Year2025
TopographyLevel
ViewBay, Ocean, Sea
Virtual TourClick here
Water CompanyBirch Bay Water & Sewer
Year Built1945

Interior

3/4 Baths1
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
BasementNone
Bathrooms1.25
Baths Full Garage0
Baths Full Lower0
Baths Full Main0
Baths Full Upper0
Baths Half Garage0
Baths Half Lower0
Baths Half Main1
Baths Half Upper0
Baths Three Quarter Garage0
Baths Three Quarter Lower0
Baths Three Quarter Main1
Baths Three Quarter Upper0
Bedrooms Lower0
Bedrooms Upper0
Fireplace FeaturesGas
Fireplace Y/NYes
Fireplaces Main1
FlooringLaminate, Carpet
Half Baths1
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesCeiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Security System, Water Heater
Main Level Bedrooms3
Power Production TypeElectric, Natural Gas
Total Baths2
Total Bedrooms3
Total Fireplaces1
Water Heater LocationHall Closet
Water Heater TypeTank - Electric

Exterior

Building Area Total1,610 sqft
Covered Spaces1
Exterior AmenitiesWood
Foundation DetailsPoured Concrete
InclusionsDishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Irrigation Water Rights Y/NNo
Lot DimensionsApprox. 312x84x273x75
Lot FeaturesPaved
Lot Number14
Lot Size Acres0.5
Parking FeaturesAttached Carport, RV Parking
Site FeaturesCable TV, Dog Run, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
Total Parking1
VegetationFruit Trees, Garden Space
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo

  

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