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Last sold for $625,000 on Apr 2, 2020

9486 WATERFALL PL

CUSTER, WA 98240
3
Beds
2
Baths
3,860 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.
9.09 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$625,000 · Apr 2, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,402 (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.$1,441,847 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$380,070
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,061,777
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,441,847

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
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.Orchard (Fruit, Nut)
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.2021
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 629 ft²Patio · 364 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Custer Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.6 mi
M
Horizon Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.5 mi
H
Ferndale High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.4 mi

District: Ferndale School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98240These 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.39
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.209

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,222
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.156 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,131
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,135
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

9486 Waterfall Pl 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.

  • Among the largest homes in Custer 98240
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Whatcom County

How it measures up in Custer 98240

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Custer 98240.

Living area3,860 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,574 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size9.09 ac
SmallerTypical 2.73 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 9486 Waterfall Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCuster 98240Whatcom County
Living areabigger than3,860 ft²almost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9.09 ac90% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than198953% of homes50% of homes

About 9486 Waterfall Pl

When did 9486 Waterfall Pl, Custer, WA last sell?

9486 Waterfall Pl, Custer, WA last sold on Apr 2, 2020 for $625,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 9486 Waterfall Pl, Custer, WA?

9486 Waterfall Pl, Custer, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,860 square feet of living space and a 9.09-acre lot.

When was 9486 Waterfall Pl, Custer, WA built?

9486 Waterfall Pl, Custer, WA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9486 Waterfall Pl, Custer, WA?

9486 Waterfall Pl, Custer, WA is assigned to Custer Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Horizon Middle School (middle), rated B-; Ferndale High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Ferndale School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9486 Waterfall Pl, Custer, WA compare to other homes in Custer 98240?

Among the 1,074 homes in Custer 98240, it is bigger than almost all of them (3,860 ft² against a typical 1,574 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (9.09 ac against a typical 2.73 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1989 against a typical 1986). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 9486 Waterfall Pl, Custer, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9486 Waterfall Pl, Custer, WA was $10,402. The county assessed it at $1,441,847.

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