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Address
279 Kanaka Bay Road, Friday Harbor, WA
Price
$ 1,050,000
Property Attributes
- ID#2565212
- TypeSingle Family
- CountySAN JUAN
- CityFriday Harbor
- AreaSan Juan Island
- NeighborhoodSan Juan Island
- Zip98250
- StyleContemporary
- Year Built1996
- Taxes$ 9007
- Price$ 1,050,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2567
- Lot Size2.11 Acres
Data Source:
Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Property Description
Built by a contractor as his personal residence this home is surrounded by more than 2 acres of private peaceful woods & sunlit meadow. The 3-bed/1.75-bath 2,567-sf main home includes two custom lifts--one from the carport to the lower level & another to the upper living area for easy access between levels & a hot tub. A 1,000-sf guest house sits above the garage & offers one bedroom & 3/4 bath, making it ideal for guests, extended living or a rental. The 2-car garage has an additional 3/4-bath, a bonus room & laundry facilities for the building. Additional property highlights include a finished & heated 840-sf two-room shop 240-amp service & a garage door, plus an RV carport w/septic hook-up. A second unfinished shop/basement sits beneath the main home w/ample storage. Two generators--one dedicated to the main house & one to the guest house, ensure reliable power. Enjoy a beautiful fenced & irrigated garden space & circular driveway. Landscaping is irrigated.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Friday Harbor Elem | Friday Harbor Mid | Friday Harbor High |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Listed $1,050,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2567 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | Forced Air,Heat Pump,Stove/Free Standing |
| Cooling | Heat Pump |
| Possession | Closing |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer |
| Association Fee Includes | Road Maintenance |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary |
| Security Features | Partially Fenced |
| Year Built | 1996 |
| View | Territorial |
| Topography | Level,Partial Slope,Terraces |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Community Features | CCRs |
| Building Name | Sunset Short Plat |
| Accessibility | Accessible Elevator Installed |
| County | San Juan |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | San Juan Island |
| Facing Direction | South |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Special Listing Conditions | None |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Spring St. to SJV Rd,left onto Douglas to Bailer Hill,left onto Kanaka Bay Rd. Property on the left at 279. |
| High School | Friday Harbor High |
| City | Friday Harbor |
| Entry Location | Upper (2nd Floor) |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| High School District | San Juan Island |
| MLS Area | 900 - San Juan Island |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 91911 |
| Carport Y/N | Yes |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
| Elementary School | Friday Harbor Elem |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 9007 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Friday Harbor Mid |
| Property Condition | Average |
| Public Remarks | Built by a contractor as his personal residence this home is surrounded by more than 2 acres of private peaceful woods & sunlit meadow. The 3-bed/1.75-bath 2,567-sf main home includes two custom lif |
| Structure Type | House |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Builder Name | Ray Broten |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Property Style | 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt |
| NWM_ShowMapLink | Yes |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bath Off Primary,Ceiling Fan(s),Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Elevator,Hot Tub/Spa,Skylight(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Water Heater,Wired for Generator |
|---|---|
| Basement | Daylight,Unfinished |
| Flooring | Hardwood,Vinyl,Carpet |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| 3/4 Baths | 3 |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 4 |
| Bedrooms Possible | 4 |
| Water Heater Type | 2 Electric |
| Water Heater Location | B & M |
| Power Production Type | Electric,Oil,Wood |
| Baths Three Quarter Garage | 2 |
| Baths Three Quarter Upper | 1 |
| Bedrooms Upper | 1 |
| Baths Full Main | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 3.25 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Wood |
|---|---|
| Vegetation | Brush,Fruit Trees,Garden Space,Wooded |
| Parking Features | Attached Carport,Detached Carport,Driveway,Detached Garage,RV Parking |
| Lot Features | Dead End Street,Dirt Road,Drought Resistant Landscape |
| Water Source | Private,Water Catchment System |
| Total Parking | 4 |
| Inclusions | Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s) |
| Foundation Details | Poured Concrete,Slab |
| Spa | Yes |
| Building Area Total | 3071 |
| Lot Size Acres | 2.11 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 4 |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | Yes |
| Site Features | Deck,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Hot Tub/Spa,Irrigation,Outbuildings,RV Parking,Shop |
| Lot Number | 1 |
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
Property vs Single Family Average in 98250
Price
Taxes
Year Built
Visits
In The Neighborhood
Waterfront
Friday Harbor
$ 1,950,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,580 SqFt
- Rooms
- 2 Beds + 3 Baths
Listed by: Windermere RE San Juan Islands
Friday Harbor
$ 1,095,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,352 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 3 Baths
Listed by: Coldwell Banker San Juan Is.
Waterfront
Friday Harbor
$ 2,383,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,952 SqFt
- Rooms
- 2 Beds + 3 Baths
Listed by: Coldwell Banker San Juan Is.
Views
Friday Harbor
$ 1,600,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,810 SqFt
- Rooms
- 2 Beds + 1 Baths
Listed by: Windermere RE San Juan Islands
Reduced
Friday Harbor
$ 6,950,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 4,638 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 4 Baths
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Bain
Waterfront
Friday Harbor
$ 869,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 680 SqFt
- Rooms
- 1 Beds + 1 Baths
Listed by: Windermere RE San Juan Islands
Reduced
Friday Harbor
$ 2,500,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 3,478 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 4 Baths
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Bain
Foreclosure
Friday Harbor
$ 397,500
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 792 SqFt
- Rooms
- 1 Beds + 1 Baths
Listed by: Keller Williams Western Realty
Reduced
San Juan Island
$ 729,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,805 SqFt
- Rooms
- 1 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: Coldwell Banker San Juan Is.
Reduced
Friday Harbor
$ 3,990,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 10,037 SqFt
- Rooms
- 5 Beds + 6 Baths
Listed by: American Dream R. E. Services
Water Views
Friday Harbor
$ 2,795,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 3,901 SqFt
- Rooms
- 5 Beds + 3.5 Baths
Listed by: COMPASS
Reduced
Friday Harbor
$ 725,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,870 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: Windermere RE San Juan Islands
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