Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $147,000 on Dec 4, 2020
1920 ORCAS WAY
POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281
1
Beds
1
Baths
777 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$147,000 · Dec 4, 2020
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$117,600
FIRST TECHNOLOGY FEDERAL CU · recorded Dec 4, 2020
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,343 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$175,326 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$114,975
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$60,351
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$175,326
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.4
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FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
1
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
1
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation Residence
CountyWhatcom
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Wood Furnace
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 175 ft²
Transaction History(1)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EMH
Point Roberts Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.9 mi
Blaine Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 14.5 mi
Blaine High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 14.5 mi
District: Blaine School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 98281These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.197
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.218
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.25%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.385
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,394
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$182,365
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes
Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.
How this home compares
1920 Orcas Way measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Smaller than 89% of homes in Whatcom County
- Older than 80% of homes in Whatcom County
How it measures up in Point Roberts 98281
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Point Roberts 98281.
Living area777 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,056 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 27% of homes nearby
Year built1962
OlderTypical 1975Newer
Newer than 23% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Point Roberts 98281 | Whatcom County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 777 ft² | 27% of homes | 11% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1962 | 23% of homes | 20% of homes |
About 1920 Orcas Way
When did 1920 Orcas Way, Point Roberts, WA last sell?
1920 Orcas Way, Point Roberts, WA last sold on Dec 4, 2020 for $147,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 1920 Orcas Way, Point Roberts, WA?
1920 Orcas Way, Point Roberts, WA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 777 square feet of living space.
When was 1920 Orcas Way, Point Roberts, WA built?
1920 Orcas Way, Point Roberts, WA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 1920 Orcas Way, Point Roberts, WA?
1920 Orcas Way, Point Roberts, WA is assigned to Point Roberts Primary School (elementary); Blaine Middle School (middle), rated B+; Blaine High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Blaine School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 1920 Orcas Way, Point Roberts, WA compare to other homes in Point Roberts 98281?
Among the 2,331 homes in Point Roberts 98281, it is bigger than 27% of them (777 ft² against a typical 1,056 ft²) and it is newer than 23% of them (1962 against a typical 1975). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 1920 Orcas Way, Point Roberts, WA?
The 2024 property tax bill for 1920 Orcas Way, Point Roberts, WA was $1,343. The county assessed it at $175,326.
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