Welcome to Blaine WA Real Estate & Community Information!
Known for the Peace Arch monument, Blaine is a city in Whatcom County, Washington, United States. The Peace Arch is an international monument located directly on the U.S.-Canada border signifying peace between the two countries. Blaine is located at the northernmost point in Washington and has a population of 3,770. It is only approximately 14 miles south of the Canadian city Surrey in British Columbia and 110 miles north of Seattle.
A few of the surrounding colleges and universities include Whatcom Community College (approximately 24 miles), Western Washington University (approximately 25 miles), Skagit Valley College (approximately 48 miles) and Peninsula College (approximately 77 miles). Blaine and surrounding area is served by the Blaine School District 503. High, middle and elementary schools include Blaine High School (1055 H St), Blaine Middle School (975 H St), Blaine Elementary School (836 Mitchell Ave) and Blaine Primary School (820 Boblett St).
The Peace Arch State park is one of Blaine's biggest attractions. The beautiful park allows visitors to walk around and enjoy both countries. Other parks located in Blaine include Skallman Park, Montfort Park and Lincoln Park. A short drive away is Mount Baker. This nearby attraction offers great outdoor recreation year round.
In the Blaine/Birch Bay real estate market there were a total of 20 sales in November 2009. The average selling price for that period was $303,000 and the average median selling price was $228,000. Certain sections of the city experienced an increase in both sales and average selling price while other areas had a decrease in sales and average selling price. It is a great time to buy if you know where to look, as a real estate expert in the Blaine / Birch Bay market, I'm here to help you find a great property at a great price, please contact me today for an up to date market report.
