4045 Saltspring Drive · Ferndale, WA 98248
Source: NWMLS · Muljat Group · Mike Bredeson #NWM2561628
About this home
Experience the best of Sandy Point canal-front living in this 3-bedroom, 1.75-bath home offering approximately 1,700 square feet and direct access to the water. The bright, open kitchen creates an inviting gathering space and flows easily into the living area, where a sliding glass door opens directly to the canal-side patio. The outdoor space offers a wonderfully private feel—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or watching the activity on the canal. The primary bedroom features peaceful water views, while an additional bedroom offers its own private deck. A main-floor bedroom includes a custom Murphy bed, providing flexible space for guests, a home office, or everyday living. Outside, you’ll find a rare concrete bulkhead and private 40-foot dock, ideal for boating, fishing, kayaking, and crabbing. Sandy Point provides boaters with exceptional access to Matia, Sucia, and the San Juan Islands, making it easy to head out for a day of island exploring, fishing, or cruising. Additional features include an attached garage with a convenient workshop area, generous off-street parking, and a detached storage shed. Community amenities include a 9-hole golf course, swimming pool, pickleball courts, clubhouses, marina, and boat launch. A special opportunity for year-round canal-front living or a memorable coastal getaway.
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- Craftsman
- Stories
- One and one half
- Condition
- Very Good
- Year built
- 1987
- Lot size
- 14,375 sq ft (0.33 acres)
- County
- Whatcom
- MLS #
- NWM2561628
Interior
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- None
- Flooring
- Laminate, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
- Fireplace
- 1 · Gas
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Hot Tub/Spa, Water Heater, Wired for Generator
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Wood
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Lot features
- Dead End Street, Paved
- Topography
- Level
- View
- Bay, Canal, Islands, Sound, Strait
- Waterfront
- Yes
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 5
- Garage
- Yes (attached)
- Covered spaces
- 1
- Parking features
- Attached Garage, RV Parking
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Power
- Propane
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Sandy Point
- HOA dues
- $582/yr
- Property tax
- $6,353 (2026)
Transaction
- Original list price
- $825,000 (9.1% price cut)
- Listed on
- Jul 30, 2026
- Days on market
- 52
- Price per sq ft
- $441
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Possession
- Closing
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Sale history
Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.
- 2018-08-20
- Sold$500,000
Schools
School district: Ferndale
- Elementary
- Eagleridge Elem
- Middle
- Horizon Mid
- High
- Ferndale High SchoolSchoolDigger 3 stars · Top 39% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: Muljat Group
Listing agent: Mike Bredeson.
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Data last updated 2026-09-19.