Listed by Elicia Thoday • eXp Realty.

For sale

$409,950

Est. $2,513/mo —

•

456

sq ft

8185 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240

About this home

Welcome to your Charming Custer Cottage on 1 acre! Nestled on a spacious lot, this adorable home is full of character and offers the perfect blend of cozy comfort and peaceful country living. Step inside to a light and bright with inviting interior featuring fresh new paint throughout, plenty of natural light and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The newer split heating and cooling system keeps you comfortable year-round. Outside, the possibilities continue! Enjoy plenty of room for gardening, entertaining, relaxing, or simply soaking in the tranquility of your surroundings. The newer 24x24 carport offers fantastic covered parking and storage, while additional space for RV parking and plenty of room for your recreational toys or vehicles. Storage is abundant with multiple outbuildings plus a shipping container... There’s truly room for everything! A newer 3-bedroom pressure distribution septic system adds even more value and peace of mind. All this while being conveniently located near local amenities and surrounded by the peaceful charm of the Custer countryside. Cute, comfortable, functional, and full of possibilities. This is one you won’t want to miss!

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

1 acresLot Size

$899Price/Sq.Ft.

14 spacesParking

Listed by Elicia Thoday • eXp Realty

Listing updated: Nov 3, 2026 at 12:20pm

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2594668

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$2,513 per month

Principal and interest$2,210

Property taxes

$245

HOA dues

Home insurance

$58

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Custer Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.3mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

8185 Custer School Rd · $409,950

Strong offer

$416K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $416K+ is a strong offer

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 1% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median list price in this area is $636,492. (55% higher than this home)

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Ceiling fan(s)

Bedrooms
1 bedroom on the main level

Bathrooms
1 three-quarter bathroom on the main level

Kitchen
Microwave, refrigerator, stove/range

Laundry & utility
Washer, dryer
Electric water heater located in the bathroom

Flooring
Laminate flooring

Heating & cooling
Ductless heating and cooling

Sale and tax history for 8185 Custer School Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,186 (+8.3%)

$267,720 + $124,532

$392,252

2025

$2,942 (+0.6%)

$267,720 + $124,532

$392,252

2024

$2,924 (+26.8%)

$300,000 + $109,354

$409,354

2023

$2,306 (+8.1%)

$300,000 + $109,354

$409,354

2022

$2,133 (−1.6%)

$140,445 + $137,679

$278,124

2021

$2,167 (+3.5%)

$116,070 + $114,942

$231,012

2020

$2,093 (+148.3%)

$107,475 + $106,430

$213,905

2019

$843 (+2.9%)

$83,250

2017

$819 (+0.4%)

$75,000

2016

$816 (−4.2%)

$65,195

2015

$852 (+2.1%)

$66,300

2014

$834 (−61.8%)

$65,000

2013

$2,182 (+42.1%)

$65,000

2011

$1,536 (+2.2%)

$65,000 + $108,514

$173,514

2010

$1,503 (+0.5%)

$60,000 + $80,600

$140,600

2009

$1,496

$60,000 + $80,600

$140,600

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1 Acre

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

456

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

456

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

4001234991050000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.

R5A

Rural District

The purpose of the Rural District is to maintain the low density rural residential character of the areas designated as rural and rural neighborhood on the Comprehensive Plan map and implement the Comprehensive Plan policies that define the rural character in Whatcom County in accordance with RCW 36.70A.070(5). In addition, it is the intent of this district to allow a variety of low intensity uses that are compatible and complementary with the conservation of agricultural, forestry and related uses.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Public service
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

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 83° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

10 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Custer, WA • 98240

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Jul

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Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

89/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Custer. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

11.3 hrs

5.3 hrs

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Redfin Estimate for 8185 Custer School Rd

$403,930

$6,020 under list price of $410K

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Est. $1,490 per month, based on comparable rentals

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$409,950

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1 acre • 24x24 carport • Rv parking

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