Rockhood
$1,599,000List price
2 bed · 2.5 bath · 2,715 sq ft
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453 Race Road · Coupeville, WA 98239

Source: NWMLS · Windermere Whidbey Island · Mary Bryson #NWM2542344

About this home

Life on the Sound begins here, on the rare no-bank shores of protected Race Lagoon. Thoughtfully designed for today's lifestyle, the home offers two bedrooms plus a spacious flex room ideal for guests, additional sleeping, a home office, media room or creative pursuits. Whether hosting friends for the weekend or creating your own private retreat, the flexible floor plan adapts with ease. The exceptional detached workshop is purpose-built for woodworking yet equally suited for artists, collectors, fitness, boat enthusiasts and countless possibilities. Year-round comfort is enhanced by efficient mini-split heat pumps, while an automatic generator provides added peace of mind in every season. Launch a kayak from your own shoreline, paddle into Saratoga Passage, set a crab pot, cast a line or simply enjoy the ever-changing beauty of this extraordinary setting. Nearly an acre of beautifully sited property offers privacy, abundant wildlife and a rare connection to the water that few properties can match. This highly sought after location offers access to calm waters for kayaking and paddle-boarding, with easy access to Saratoga Passage for crabbing, fishing and exploring Whidbey Island's remarkable coastline. Rarely do protected no-bank waterfront, exceptional creative space and flexible living come together in one remarkable Whidbey Island setting. Life on the Lagoon. Paddle. Crab. Create. Repeat.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
1 1/2 Story
Stories
One and one half
Year built
1950 (renovated 2004)
Lot size
43,124 sq ft (0.99 acres)
County
Island
MLS #
NWM2542344

Interior

Heating
Ductless, Radiant
Cooling
Ductless
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Stone, Travertine, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Fireplace
1 · Gas
Interior features
Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, French Doors, Skylight(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Cement Planked
Roof
Metal
Foundation
Poured Concrete, Slab
Lot features
Paved
Topography
Level,Sloped,Terraces
View
Islands, Mountains, See Remarks, Sound
Waterfront
Yes

Parking

Parking spaces
2
Garage
Yes
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

Water
Individual Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Power
Electric, Propane

Community & fees

Subdivision
Race Lagoon
Property tax
$9,078 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Jun 18, 2026
Days on market
144
Price per sq ft
$589
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2006-05-25
Sold$810,000
2003-08-28
Sold$372,000
1999-01-22
Sold$125,000

Schools

School district: Coupeville

Elementary
Coupeville Elem
Middle
Coupeville Mid
High
Coupeville High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 27% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Windermere Whidbey Island

Listing agent: Mary Bryson.

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Data last updated 2026-07-25.