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8256 Orcas Road, Eastsound, WA, 98245

5beds
4baths
3,411sqft
$2,829,000
$829price/sqft
$16,434/moest. monthly cost
$657,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

Perched above the water on a dramatic Orcas Village shoreline, this reimagined coastal retreat feels like a place you arrive—and instantly exhale. With 345± ft of waterfront and sweeping views across Cayou Channel, the home is immersed in light, movement, and the quiet rhythm of the sea. Inside, floor-to-ceiling windows bring the outside in, creating the sensation of floating above the water. The 3,411± sf layout is both refined and deeply comfortable, with mirrored primary suites, spa-like baths, warm wood-burning fireplaces, and spaces designed for both gathering and retreat. Every detail has been thoughtfully elevated, blending modern design with a calming, grounded energy. Step outside to launch a kayak, wander to the nearby ferry and village, or simply stay still and watch the horizon shift. Rarely does a home balance beauty, ease, and feeling so effortlessly—this is island living at its most captivating.

Getting Around

21
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
46
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
5/10
8/10
Orcas Island High SchoolGrades 9-127.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Year built: 1975

Materials

  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Wood Siding

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2025

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer,Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Washer(s),Water Heater: Electric

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Daylight,Finished

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Lower

Bathroom Three Quarter

  • Level: Lower

Bedroom

  • Level: Lower

Bedroom

  • Level: Lower

Bedroom

  • Level: Lower

Bedroom

  • Level: Lower

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Bonus Room

  • Level: Lower

Den Office

  • Level: Main

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Entry Hall

  • Level: Main

Family Room

  • Level: Lower

Features

  • Bath Off Primary,Dining Room,Pantry
  • Window features: Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Skylight(s)
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Vinyl Plank
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Lower Level: 1,Main Level: 1,Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Fireplace,90%+ High Efficiency,Forced Air,Heat Pump,Electric,Wood
  • Cooling features: 90%+ High Efficiency,Forced Air,Heat Pump

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,411
  • Total interior livable area: 3,411 sqft

Kitchen With Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Other

  • Level: Main

Utility Room

  • Level: Lower

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 262114005000
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry location: Main
  • Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary,Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Dining Room,Fireplace,Pantry,Skylight(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Water Heater,Wine/Beverage Refrigerator
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Sea,Sound
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Sound
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Medium Bank,Sound,Strait
  • Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: 345+/-
  • Topography of land: Level,Sloped,Terraces

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.88 Acres
  • Features: Drought Resistant Landscape,Deck,High Speed Internet

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

  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingModerate
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Coastal Flooding
Earthquake
Winter Weather

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 $14,304$171,648
Home Insurance *$620$7,440
Property Taxes $1,277$15,324
Electricity $233$2,799
Total$16,434$197,208
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$563,451/yr
40% on housing$493,020/yr
45% on housing$438,240/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

$829This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98245$386
San Juan County$441

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)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-23Price change$2,899,000
2026-01-16Listed for sale$2,925,000
2024-02-28Sold$1,250,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentGregory King
BrokerageWindermere RE San Juan Islands

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