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1179 Rosario Road, Eastsound, WA, 98245

2beds
2baths
943sqft
$545,000
$578price/sqft
$3,338/moest. monthly cost
$133,520/yrincome needed

About This Home

Rosario Cottage Duplex with Island Income Potential Incredible Rosario location with charm, flexibility, and income potential. This sweet 1961 stick-built duplex offers two living spaces, each with its own kitchen and full bath. Unit 1 is configured as a 1 bedroom, 1 full bath with mini-split heat and a newly remodeled bathroom. Unit 2 is a studio style unit with a propane heat stove and an active vacation rental permit, offering the opportunity for rental income or mortgage subsidy. The furnishings in unit 2 will be included, turnkey, to keep the vacation rental consistency. Set on a small, level yard with a sunny south-facing deck and filtered, glistening water views through the trees, the home has a quaint cottage feel with thoughtful updates, including a septic replacement in 2018, a minisplit, and an EV charger., and Rock Island Fiber Optic internet. Around the corner from Rosario Resort, with two active restaurants, marina activity, and Kenmore Air floatplane service to Lake Union in Seattle. Deeded access to a waterfront recreation area with swimming pool and beach adds to the lifestyle appeal. Close to Moran State Park, Cascade Lake, and just about 10 minutes to downtown Eastsound.

Getting Around

8
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
16
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
9/10
9/10
Orcas Island High SchoolGrades 9-123.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Good
  • Year built: 1961

Materials

  • Foundation: Block,Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Wood Siding,Wood Products

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 1961

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,1 Story
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Refrigerator(s),Water Heater: On Demand- Propane,Water Heater Location: bedroom closet

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Entry Hall

  • Level: Main

Family Room

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood,Vinyl
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: See Remarks,Main Level: 1,Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes

Great Room

  • Level: Main

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Fireplace,Ductless,Stove/Free Standing,Wall Furnace,Electric,Propane
  • Cooling features: Ductless

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 943
  • Total interior livable area: 943 sqft

Kitchen With Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Kitchen Without Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Other

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 173150056000
  • Zoning: Activity Center
  • Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
  • Special condition: Standard
  • Other equipment: Leased Equipment: Propane Tank-Inter Island

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry location: Main
  • Patio & porch: Second Kitchen,Fireplace,Water Heater
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Partial,Territorial
  • Topography of land: Level
  • Residential vegetation: Garden Space,Wooded

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.28 Acres
  • Features: Paved,Deck,Electric Car Charging,High Speed Internet,Propane

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Driveway,Off Street
  • Uncovered spaces: 3

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

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingModerate
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Coastal Flooding
Cold Wave
Earthquake
Inland Flooding

FEMA Declared Disasters in San Juan 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 $2,755$33,060
Home Insurance *$119$1,428
Property Taxes $315$3,780
Electricity $149$1,793
Total$3,338$40,056
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$114,445/yr
40% on housing$100,140/yr
45% on housing$89,013/yr

Washington FAIR Plan Programs

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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: 12.8%
12.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.0%
3.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.1%
-0.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$578This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98245$444
San Juan County$455

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98245
San Juan County$599

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-11Pending sale$545,000
2026-08-01Price change$545,000
2026-07-11Listed for sale$585,000
2018-11-14Listing removed$300,000
2018-10-31Listed for sale$300,000
2018-10-30Sold$274,820
2018-10-01Pending sale$300,000
2018-05-18Price change$300,000
2017-08-01Price change$275,000
2017-06-09Listed for sale$280,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentDeborah J. Jones
BrokerageOrcas Island Realty

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