About this home

Timeless architecture and iconic views in the coveted Useless Bay Colony. Perched on 67± ft of waterfront, this 4,402± sq ft home frames sweeping vistas of Mt. Rainier, the Seattle skyline, Puget Sound shipping lanes and the Cascade Mountains from nearly every room. The expansive floor plan flows seamlessly to a 1,027± sq ft view patio — an outdoor living room made for al fresco dining, summer gatherings and sunset watching over the Sound, with front-row seats to passing ships and ever-changing water views. The kitchen is in the process of a full renovation, to be completed prior to closing. Enjoy rare flexibility with primary bedrooms on both the main and upper levels, plus 2 additional rooms joined by a Jack & Jill bath. Room to grow with the possibility of a future rec area above the garage. Enjoy walking trails and a private beach. Community amenities with paid membership include with a golf course, clubhouse, pool, tennis and pickleball courts & gym. The quintessential waterfront retreat.

Location

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Basics

Property type: Single Family Residence
Style: Traditional
Stories: 2 stories
Condition: Good
Year built: 1971
Lot size: 12,821 sq ft (0.29 acres)
County: Island
MLS #: NWM2553984

Interior

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: None
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, See Remarks, Vinyl
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace: 1 · Gas
Interior features: Second Primary Bedroom, Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
Entry level: Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features: Wood
Roof: Shake
Foundation: Poured Concrete
Lot features: Paved
Topography: Level,Steep Slope
View: Bay, Mountains, Sound, Territorial
Waterfront: Yes

Parking

Parking spaces: 4
Garage: Yes (attached)
Covered spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached Garage

Utilities

Water: Community
Sewer: Septic Tank
Power: Electric, Oil, Propane

Community & fees

Subdivision: Useless Bay
Community features: Athletic Court, CCRs, Club House, Golf, Trail(s)
HOA dues: $550/yr
Property tax: $12,128 (2026)

Transaction

Original list price: $1,975,000 (4.1% price cut)
Listed on: Jul 16, 2026
Days on market: 66
Price per sq ft: $430
Listing terms: Cash, Conventional
Possession: Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2017-11-09: Sold$1,075,000
2007-09-18: Sold$1,200,000

Schools

School district: South Whidbey Island

Elementary: Buyer To Verify
Middle: Buyer To Verify
High: South Whidbey High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 20% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: COMPASS

Listing agent: Dan Fouts.

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Data last updated 2026-08-26.