Fully renovated and move-in ready, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath Birch Bay home pairs water views with an easy-care coastal lifestyle. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the bright interior features a modern kitchen with white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, and generous pantry storage; luxury vinyl plank flooring; energy-efficient LED lighting; fresh interior and exterior paint; and a newer mini-split for year-round heating and cooling. Improvements include an added 3/4 bath, adding valuable flexibility to this efficient 790-sq-ft home. Step onto the back deck, take in the water views, and enjoy a mostly fenced 7,408-sq-ft yard with mature fruit trees and space to garden, relax, or entertain. An attached storage room keeps bikes, beach gear, and tools close at hand, while off-street parking, city water and sewer, and a low annual HOA add everyday convenience. Here, life can move at a different pace: morning coffee with a view, afternoons exploring the shoreline, and evenings unwinding at home. Just minutes from Birch Bay beaches, Birch Bay State Park, walking trails, Semiahmoo Resort and Golf Course, and year-round recreation, this location makes it easy to enjoy the best of coastal Whatcom County. An inviting coastal retreat with modern comforts, outdoor space, and the freedom of a detached homeall close to the bay. Owner-financing option available to qualified buyers. Come experience the home, the views, and the Birch Bay lifestyle.
Birch Bay View, located between Birch Bay Drive and the Semiahmoo Spit, is a coastal and residential Birch Bay neighborhood with broad bay vistas and a laid-back beach-town rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Birch Bay Drive and Harborview Road stretch, where espresso stands, local eateries, and seasonal beach traffic set the tempo. Community touchstones include The C Shop for old-school sweets, CJ’s Beach House for casual waterfront dining, and the Birch Bay Waterslides for classic summer energy. Homes lean toward low-slung beach cottages and newer view-focused builds, often oriented to sunsets over the water. Shoreline walks and pocket beach access points shape daily routines, with salt air and seabirds as constant background. The geography keeps life outdoors, from tideflat exploring to evening drives along the bay.
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Offer insights
5515 Hillvue Rd · $415,000
$420K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $420K+ is a strong offer
SALE-TO-LIST
98.3%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$415,000
Median list price in this area is $638,776. (54% higher than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Water heater
Partially fenced
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms (both on main level)
Bathrooms
1 full bath
1 three-quarter bath
1 bathtub
2 showers
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove/Range
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Water heater located in laundry area
Utility room (main level)
Flooring
Vinyl plank
Heating & cooling
Ductless heating
Wall furnace
Ductless cooling
Exterior features
Partially fenced yard
Fruit trees
Garden space
Fenced partially
RV parking
Cable TV and high-speed internet available
Home design
Single-family residence, one story
Built on lot
Updated/remodeled
West-facing
Has view
Entry on main level
Parking
Driveway
Off-street parking
Uncovered parking for 4 vehicles
RV parking
Security
Partially fenced (listed under security features)
Construction
Cement plank and wood exterior
Metal roof (see remarks)
Poured concrete foundation
Effective year built 1955
Utilities
Public water
Sewer connected
Electric power
Electric water heater
Cable (Xfinity/Comcast)
Internet (Xfinity/Comcast)
HOA & community
HOA with $50 annual fee
Financial info
Accepts Conventional, FHA, Lease Purchase, Owner Will Carry, and VA loan terms
Other
Zoning: UR4
Lot contains value in land
Lot dimensions approximately 71 x 102 (0.1701 acres)
Site features include partial fencing and RV parking
Public records used for square footage (about 790)
Electricity and solar
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To promote an orderly transition from rural to urban development, the intent of this district is to encourage land uses and associated densities in designated urban growth areas, which will be complementary with future urban densities and services, while allowing reasonable transition uses of properties. Furthermore, it is the intent of this district to implement the policies of the Comprehensive Plan. In addition, it is the intent of this district to provide the opportunity for the development of building sites which will maximize the efficient use of both energy and land by allowing an option for clustering of residential lots.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Recreation
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 79° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
9 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Blaine, WA • 98230
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Blaine. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.2 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 5515 Hillvue Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $350,000 and $780,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $350K to $780K.