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Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $209,945 on Oct 30, 2024

520 S BEACH RD

POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281
1
Baths
544 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
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.$209,945 · Oct 30, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,480 (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.$161,897 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$103,403
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$58,494
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$160,295
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$161,897

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.Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation 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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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
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 · 126 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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 · 0.5 mi
M
Blaine Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 14.2 mi
H
Blaine High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 14.3 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%

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How this home compares

520 S Beach 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.

  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Point Roberts 98281
  • Older than 77% 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 area544 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,056 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 520 S Beach Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePoint Roberts 98281Whatcom County
Living areabigger than544 ft²9% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac72% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than196835% of homes23% of homes

About 520 S Beach Rd

When did 520 S Beach Rd, Point Roberts, WA last sell?

520 S Beach Rd, Point Roberts, WA last sold on Oct 30, 2024 for $209,945, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 520 S Beach Rd, Point Roberts, WA?

520 S Beach Rd, Point Roberts, WA has 1 bathrooms, 544 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 520 S Beach Rd, Point Roberts, WA built?

520 S Beach Rd, Point Roberts, WA was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 S Beach Rd, Point Roberts, WA?

520 S Beach 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 520 S Beach Rd, Point Roberts, WA compare to other homes in Point Roberts 98281?

Among the 2,403 homes in Point Roberts 98281, it is bigger than 9% of them (544 ft² against a typical 1,056 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1968 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 520 S Beach Rd, Point Roberts, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 S Beach Rd, Point Roberts, WA was $1,480. The county assessed it at $161,897.

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