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$1,562,934$904 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,550,000 on Aug 22, 2022

228 LAKE AVE

FREELAND, WA 98249
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,728 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.4M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,550,000 · Aug 22, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,279,840 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$945,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$334,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,284,282
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,279,840

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.42
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
39
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
53
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.70 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 percent flood zone

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 Residential
CountyIsland
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Water
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 1,287 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
South Whidbey Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 9.0 mi
H
South Whidbey High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.1 mi
M
South Whidbey Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.1 mi

District: South Whidbey School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98249These 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.146
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.300

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.74%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,390
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.179 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,838
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,171
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.25 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.33%

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How this home compares

228 Lake Ave 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 more than 97% of homes in Island County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Island County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Island County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Bush Point

What homes are worth in Freeland 98249

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

This home
$356K$3M

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Freeland 98249.

How it measures up in Freeland 98249

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Freeland 98249.

Estimated value$1,562,934
CheaperTypical $758,183Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$904
CheaperTypical $430Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,728 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,730 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 228 Lake Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBush PointFreeland 98249Island County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,562,93494% of homes89% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$90495% of homes92% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,728 ft²47% of homes50% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac37% of homes41% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than199372% of homes54% of homes60% of homes

About 228 Lake Ave

How much is 228 Lake Ave, Freeland, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 Lake Ave, Freeland, WA is $1,562,934 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,365,537 to $1,760,331. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 Lake Ave, Freeland, WA last sell?

228 Lake Ave, Freeland, WA last sold on Aug 22, 2022 for $1,550,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 228 Lake Ave, Freeland, WA?

228 Lake Ave, Freeland, WA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,728 square feet of living space.

When was 228 Lake Ave, Freeland, WA built?

228 Lake Ave, Freeland, WA was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 228 Lake Ave, Freeland, WA?

228 Lake Ave, Freeland, WA is assigned to South Whidbey Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; South Whidbey High School (high), rated A+; South Whidbey Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in South Whidbey School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 228 Lake Ave, Freeland, WA compare to other homes in Freeland 98249?

Among the 3,427 homes in Freeland 98249, it is worth more than 89% of them ($1,562,934 against a typical $758,183), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($904 against a typical $430), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,728 ft² against a typical 1,730 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1993 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Island County, it is worth more than 97% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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