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8483 Alder Way, Blaine, WA, 98230

3beds
2baths
1,512sqft
$449,900
$298price/sqft
$2,772/moest. monthly cost
$110,880/yrincome needed

About This Home

Beautiful Bayview home offering 3 bedrooms, 1.75 bathrooms, and 1,512 sq ft of comfortable living space. This thoughtfully designed home features an open floor plan filled with natural light and equipped with four mini-split systems providing efficient heating and air conditioning year-round. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, the home offers both privacy and convenience. The kitchen includes a breakfast island, perfect for casual dining and entertaining, and flows seamlessly into the living area with a built-in entertainment center. The spacious primary suite captures stunning bay views and includes a large ensuite bathroom with an oversized shower and generous walk-in closet. Each bedroom features its own walk-in closet, providing ample storage throughout. Enjoy close proximity to Birch Bay amenities, including beaches, parks, and scenic trails—ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. This home combines comfort, style, and location for the perfect Pacific Northwest lifestyle.

Getting Around

1
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
20
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

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Blaine Primary SchoolGrades PK-23.4 mi
7/10
Blaine Middle SchoolGrades 6-83.6 mi
7/10
Blaine High SchoolGrades 9-123.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2020

Materials

  • Foundation: Block,Slab,Tie Down
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Wood Products

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2020

Other

  • Builder model: Schult FWK 2856

Type & Style

  • Home type: MobileManufactured
  • Architectural style: Manuf-Double Wide
  • Property subType: Manufactured Home

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Dishwasher(s),Refrigerator(s)

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bathroom Three Quarter

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Entry Hall

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Bath Off Primary,Dining Room
  • Window features: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
  • Flooring: Vinyl,Carpet

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Ductless,Forced Air,Electric
  • Cooling features: Ductless

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,512
  • Total interior livable area: 1,512 sqft

Kitchen With Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Utility Room

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 4051232365480000
  • On leased land: Yes
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry location: Main
  • Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary,Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Dining Room,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Bay,Territorial
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Bay
  • Topography of land: Level
  • Residential vegetation: Garden Space

Lot

  • Lot size: 8,276 sqft
  • Features: Cul-De-Sac,Dead End Street,Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Outbuildings

Parking

  • Parking features: Driveway

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingModerate
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Ice Storm
Coastal Flooding
Cold Wave
Earthquake
Inland Flooding
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Whatcom County and Washington

Fire
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,274$27,288
Home Insurance *$90$1,080
Property Taxes $259$3,108
Electricity $149$1,793
Total$2,772$33,264
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$95,040/yr
40% on housing$83,160/yr
45% on housing$73,920/yr

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Current Policies
Residential: 306Commercial: 55
Total Premiums$858,000
Total Exposure$176.33M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.8%
11.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.0%
3.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 3.8%
3.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$298This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98230$266
Whatcom County$301

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98230$323
Whatcom County$335

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-07Listed for sale$470,000
2021-05-27Sold$355,000
2021-04-19Pending sale$338,500
2021-04-16Listed for sale$338,500
2019-06-24Sold$83,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentTate White
BrokerageRE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

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