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$329,988$367 / 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 94How 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 $190,000 on Jun 30, 2017

280 JAMES RD

POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281
2
Beds
1
Baths
900 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$330K
$311K low$349K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$190,000 · Jun 30, 2017
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.$154,988
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$123,990
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.54%
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.$175,000
UMPQUA BK · recorded Jun 30, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,157 (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.$281,664 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$120,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$161,214
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$281,664

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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.Forced Air
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 · 256 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 · 0.8 mi
M
Blaine Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 14.7 mi
H
Blaine High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 14.7 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

280 James 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 90% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Newer than 79% 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
$123K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 40% 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$329,988
CheaperTypical $375,474Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$367
CheaperTypical $344Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,056 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 280 James Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePoint Roberts 98281Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$329,98840% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36758% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than900 ft²38% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac42% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than200379% of homes75% of homes

About 280 James Rd

How much is 280 James Rd, Point Roberts, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 280 James Rd, Point Roberts, WA is $329,988 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $311,169 to $348,807. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 280 James Rd, Point Roberts, WA last sell?

280 James Rd, Point Roberts, WA last sold on Jun 30, 2017 for $190,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 280 James Rd, Point Roberts, WA?

280 James Rd, Point Roberts, WA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 900 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 280 James Rd, Point Roberts, WA built?

280 James Rd, Point Roberts, WA was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 280 James Rd, Point Roberts, WA?

280 James 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 280 James Rd, Point Roberts, WA compare to other homes in Point Roberts 98281?

Among the 2,373 homes in Point Roberts 98281, it is worth more than 40% of them ($329,988 against a typical $375,474), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($367 against a typical $344), it is bigger than 38% of them (900 ft² against a typical 1,056 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (2003 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 10% 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 280 James Rd, Point Roberts, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 280 James Rd, Point Roberts, WA was $2,157. The county assessed it at $281,664.

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