Listed by Jeffory L King, True North Realty, (360) 376-8000
561 Discovery Way
Eastsound, WA 98245
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,336 sqft (on 0.80 acres)
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,336 sqft
(on 0.80 acres)
Local Information
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- Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
- Shop & Eat
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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.
Home Highlights
Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating only
HOA
$55/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$635
Listed
Less than a day ago
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listing courtesy of Jeffory L King
True North Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#2554509
Home Details for 561 Discovery Way
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MLS Status: Active |
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Three Quarter, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Utility Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1336 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Laundry closetDisposalDryerRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Baseboard,ElectricNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: Wood BurningNo Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: Company: OPALCO |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Skylight(s)Flooring: Hardwood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Hardwood |
View Has a ViewView: Partial |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: Skylight(s), Water Heater |
Parking & Garage Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageNo Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached Garage |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic |
Farm & Range Does Not Include Irrigation Water Rights |
Surface & Elevation Topography: Level, Partial SlopeElevation Units: Feet |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 1Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia |
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Year Built Year Built: 1989Year Renovated: 1989 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: 1 Story |
Building Building Name: Orcas HighlandsConstruction Materials: Wood Siding |
Property Information Included in Sale: Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s)Parcel Number: 173051039000 |
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Price List Price: $849,000Price Per Sqft: $635 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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Direction & Address City: Orcas IslandCommunity: Eastsound |
School Information Elementary School: Buyer To VerifyJr High / Middle School: Buyer To VerifyHigh School: Buyer To VerifyHigh School District: Orcas Island |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 2554509 |
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Building Area Building Area: 1336 Square Feet |
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Community Features: CCRsNot Senior Community |
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HOA Fee Includes: Road MaintenanceHOA Phone: 360-376-4165HOA Fee: $165/Quarterly |
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Lot Area: 0.80 acres |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Mls Number: 2554509Offer Review: Seller intends to review offers upon receiptShowing Requirements: Appointment Only |
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CCRsInternet Entire Listing Display YN C |
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Price History for 561 Discovery Way
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 07/15/2026 | $849,000 | Listed For Sale | NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2554509 |
| 09/09/2015 | $435,000 | Sold | NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #820069 |
| 06/01/2010 | $427,500 | Sold | NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #47841 |
| 08/07/2009 | $400,000 | Sold | N/A |
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| Tax | $764 |
| Assessment | $896,410 |
Home facts updated by county records
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0.54 | Single-Family Home | $395,000 | 10/14/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,820 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $1,185,000 | 07/22/25 | 3 | 3 | 2,724 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $1,391,000 | 05/27/26 | 3 | 3 | 3,086 | |
1.17 | Single-Family Home | $980,000 | 07/30/25 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,200 | |
0.77 | Single-Family Home | $740,000 | 02/09/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,940 | |
0.74 | Single-Family Home | $900,000 | 12/23/25 | 5 | 3.5 | 2,640 | |
1.19 | Single-Family Home | $1,715,000 | 06/30/26 | 2 | 2 | 2,493 | |
0.61 | Single-Family Home | $1,100,000 | 11/03/25 | 1 | 1 | 1,349 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 561 Discovery Way.
- Orcas Island Elementary School
- K-5
- Public
- 188 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI have three kids at this school and there are many great and unique things about it--a thriving Farm to Cafeteria program with a large school garden that the kids love, caring teachers and involved parents, and it is the hub of the community for Orcas Island. The not so great things are the high student to teacher ratio, and the inability of the teachers (due to the system and "teaching to the test") to pull out gifted students for directed teaching. This means that smart kids do not get the opportunity to be challenged, without private tutors. Overall, it is a pretty good option for such a small community, and parents and teachers do care. But it is academically limited.Parent Review14y ago - Orcas Island High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 175 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageFor a very small school, Orcas does a tremendous job of providing quality, career/college preparatory education with a broad course offering. The staff is enthusiastic about the development of the students and providing unique opportunities for engaging with the wider world. Like many schools, funding here is a challenge and perhaps more so in a county with the 2nd lowest property tax rate in the state of Washington. In spite of that, the school seems to do a good job of apportioning their limited funds appropriately.I'm a bit dismayed by older comments decrying harassment, intimidation and bullying. I see zero evidence of that within this school. The small cohort year groups are generally very tight, in spite of their diversity in social status, political outlook or background, gender identity, sexual orientation, etc. The comments may have been accurate in the past, but I see no evidence of such a problem today (as limited as a parent's perspective can be)Parent Review9y ago - Waldron Island School
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NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageN/AParent Review19y ago - Orcas Island Middle School
- 6-8
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9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageIt’s about the safest space for middle school learning I can imagine. The teachers all care so much. Those who are less skilled at teaching are supported and will come along, but they all care.Parent Review1y ago 
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561 Discovery Way, Eastsound, WA 98245 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,336 sqft single-family home built in 1989. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 15, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 2554509.