354 Helmsmens Way · Orcas Island, WA 98245
Source: NWMLS · Orcas Island Realty · Deborah J. Jones #NWM2517575
About this home
A rare opportunity to bypass the lengthy and uncertain development process and move directly into building your island retreat. This south-facing homesite offers expansive water views over the Sound and a layered panorama of surrounding islands, paired with an exceptional level of pre-development already in place. Property offers filtered Purdue Lake views with strong view potential depending on home placement and selective clearing (buyer to verify). An active building permit (valid through February 2027, with extension potential), approved septic design, and utilities brought directly to the building site and connected—including water, power conduit, and high-speed fiber optic internet—eliminate many of the typical barriers to construction. EV charging infrastructure is already installed, supporting a modern, high-performance build.Significant investment has been made in site preparation, including a partially completed greenhouse and auxiliary structure with a premium BC Greenhouse kit onsite and foundational work in place. Custom-designed plans provide a clear path forward while still allowing flexibility for a buyer to tailor the final design.With HOA dues and road fees paid, and key permitting and infrastructure completed, this property offers a streamlined path to construction rarely found on Orcas Island. Ideal for a buyer ready to build now. Nearby trail access to Moran State Park adds to the appeal.
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Land
- Style
- Res-Over 1 Acre
- Lot size
- 219,107 sq ft (5.03 acres)
- County
- San Juan
- MLS #
- NWM2517575
Interior
- Heating
- None
- Cooling
- None
Exterior & lot
- Lot features
- Open Space, Secluded
- Topography
- Level,Rolling,Sloped
- View
- Bay, Islands, Lake, Mountains, Partial, Sea, Sound, Territorial
- Waterfront
- No
Utilities
- Water
- Available, Community Well, On Property, See Remarks
- Sewer
- Not Available
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Septic Design Applied, Snow Removal
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Eastsound
- Community features
- CCRs, Community Well, Trail(s)
- HOA dues
- $1,035/yr
- Property tax
- $2,624 (2026)
Transaction
- Listed on
- May 8, 2026
- Days on market
- 135
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Possession
- Closing
More homes nearby
Sale history
Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.
- 2024-05-15
- Sold$445,000
Schools
School district: Orcas Island
- Elementary
- Orcas Elem
- Middle
- Orcas Isl Mid
- High
- Orcas Island High SchoolSchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 22% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: Orcas Island Realty
Listing agent: Deborah J. Jones.
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Data last updated 2026-06-16.