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$271,033$309 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $10,000 on Nov 10, 2020

1496 GULF RD

POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281
2
Beds
2
Baths
878 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.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$271K
$257K low$285K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$10,000 · Nov 10, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$271,033
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$216,826

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$536 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$285,084 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$173,351
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$111,733
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$282,262
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$285,084

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
1
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.Single Family Residence
CountyWHATCOM
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1982
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Wood Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Deck · 388 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Point Roberts Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.5 mi
M
Blaine Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 15.3 mi
H
Blaine High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 15.3 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.No

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

1496 Gulf Rd 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.

  • Worth less than 94% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Point Roberts 98281
  • Older than 93% of homes in Point Roberts 98281

What homes are worth in Point Roberts 98281

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$112K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Point Roberts 98281.

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.

Estimated value$271,033
CheaperTypical $372,796Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$309
CheaperTypical $343Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area878 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,056 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 1496 Gulf Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePoint Roberts 98281Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$271,03326% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30935% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than878 ft²35% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac81% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than19407% of homes13% of homes

About 1496 Gulf Rd

How much is 1496 Gulf Rd, Point Roberts, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1496 Gulf Rd, Point Roberts, WA is $271,033 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $256,652 to $285,414. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1496 Gulf Rd, Point Roberts, WA last sell?

1496 Gulf Rd, Point Roberts, WA last sold on Nov 10, 2020 for $10,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1496 Gulf Rd, Point Roberts, WA?

1496 Gulf Rd, Point Roberts, WA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 878 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 1496 Gulf Rd, Point Roberts, WA built?

1496 Gulf Rd, Point Roberts, WA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1496 Gulf Rd, Point Roberts, WA?

1496 Gulf Rd, 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 1496 Gulf Rd, Point Roberts, WA compare to other homes in Point Roberts 98281?

Among the 2,394 homes in Point Roberts 98281, it is worth more than 26% of them ($271,033 against a typical $372,796), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($309 against a typical $343), it is bigger than 35% of them (878 ft² against a typical 1,056 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1940 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 6% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1496 Gulf Rd, Point Roberts, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1496 Gulf Rd, Point Roberts, WA was $536. The county assessed it at $285,084.

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