Address
561 Discovery Way, Orcas Island, WA
Price
$ 779,000
Property Attributes
- ID#2554509
- TypeSingle Family
- CountySAN JUAN
- CityOrcas Island
- AreaOrcas - Obstruction & Crane Island
- NeighborhoodEastsound
- Zip98245
- Style1 Story
- Year Built1989
- Taxes$ 764
- Price$ 779,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1336
- Lot Size0.7995 Acres
Data Source:
Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Property Description
Welcome to Orcas Highlands! Near the top of the Highlands, this two-bedroom cottage is sited on a large, westerly-facing lot. It affords a view over East Sound all the way to the Canadian Gulf Islands, and with selective tree pruning could be even more expansive. Why You'll Love This Home: It offers peace and privacy although is just minutes away from the charming village of Eastsound. There's a private driveway with level access from Discovery Way that leads to a large attached garage with a work bench. There's also plenty of additional off-road parking. Outside, the house features a large deck, and metal roof. Inside, there are hardwood floors and a cozy wood-burning stove perfect for chilly island evenings. Though all the main living areas are on one level, as a bonus, below the house with a separate, outside entry, there is a finished room for potential use as a workshop office or storage area. Nature lovers will benefit from being close to Moran State Park, Cascade Lake, and miles of scenic forested hiking trails. Orcas Highlands is one of the few developments on the island that has it all: Paved roads, underground utilities, and fiber optic internet cable embedded in the roads.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Buyer To Verify Elementary School | Buyer To Verify Middle School | Buyer To Verify High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/15/2026 | Listed $849,000 |
| 7/31/2026 | 6$799,000 |
| 8/29/2026 | 3$779,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1336 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | Baseboard |
| Cooling | None |
| Possession | Closing |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Disposal,Dryer,Refrigerator |
| HOA Fee | 165 |
| Association Fee Includes | Road Maintenance |
| Year Built | 1989 |
| View | Partial |
| Topography | Level,Partial Slope |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Community Features | CCRs |
| Building Name | Orcas Highlands |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Quarterly |
| County | San Juan |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | Yes |
| Attached Garage | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | Eastsound |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Special Listing Conditions | None |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | L upon leaving ferry,continue to Eastsound,R on Main St and continue through village,R on Olga Rd,L turn on Lindsay,R on Discovery Wy,continue up hill and property will be on left after Mirada |
| High School | Buyer To Verify |
| City | Orcas Island |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| High School District | Orcas Island |
| MLS Area | 901 - Orcas,Obstruction & Crane Island |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 34826 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Listing Terms | Cash |
| Elementary School | Buyer To Verify |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 764.43 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Buyer To Verify |
| Public Remarks | Welcome to Orcas Highlands! Near the top of the Highlands,this two-bedroom cottage is sited on a large,westerly-facing lot. It affords a view over East Sound all the way to the Canadian Gulf Islands |
| Structure Type | House |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Water Company | Washington Water |
| Property Style | 10 - 1 Story |
| NWM_ShowMapLink | Yes |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Skylight(s),Water Heater |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | No |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| 3/4 Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Water Heater Type | Electric |
| Water Heater Location | Laundry closet |
| Power Production Type | Electric |
| Baths Three Quarter Main | 1 |
| Baths Full Main | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1.75 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Wood |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Attached Garage |
| Lot Features | Sidewalk |
| Water Source | Community |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Inclusions | Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s) |
| Building Area Total | 1336 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.7995 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 2 |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
| Site Features | Deck |
| Lot Number | 39 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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