Whatcom County property record for 1079 Birch Ln, Sumas, WA 98295
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 160 sqft |
| Lot Size | 0.086 acres (3,777 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $35,000 (Aug 2023) |
| Tax Bill | $181 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Aug 2023 Sale Jul 2017 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 543643 |
| Primary APN | 543643 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Building Area | 160 sqft Living Area |
|---|---|
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Exterior Material | Combination |
|---|---|
| Roof Material | Metal |
| Lot Area | 3,777 sqft (0.086 acres) |
| Porch | Porch |
| Porch Area | 360 sqft |
| Account Number | 543643 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 1079 BIRCH LN |
| City | SUMAS |
| State | WA |
| Zip | 98295 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | UR4 |
| Legal Description | CAMPERS PARADISE LOT 79-TOG WI UNDIV INT IN RD ESMTS |
| Legal Range | 05 |
| Legal Township | 40 |
| Legal Section | 22 |
| Legal Subdivision | CAMPERS PARADISE |
| Legal Lot Number | 79 |
| Jurisdiction | WHATCOM WA |
| Township / Civil Division | EAST WHATCOM |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2019 |
| Census Tract | 10101 |
1079 Birch Ln is owned by an individual who bought it in August 2023.
Source: Whatcom County records, as of March 16, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Aug 16, 2023 | Warranty Deed, Transfer |
| Jul 27, 2017 | Warranty Deed, Transfer ATTORNEY ONLY |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Aug 16, 2023 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Aug 16, 2023 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Jul 27, 2017 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2023-0801179 |
| Record Updated | Jun 8, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | WHATCOM WA |
| Recording Date | Aug 16, 2023 |
| Property Address | 1079 BIRCH LN, SUMAS, WA 98295 |
| Document Number | 0000801179 |
| Map Reference | VOL 12 PG 65 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 14, 2023 |
| Instrument | 2023-0801179 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 1, 2023 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $565.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | WHATCOM WA |
| Recording Date | Jul 27, 2017 |
| Property Address | 1079 BIRCH LN, SUMAS, WA 98295 |
| Document Number | 2170703072 |
| Instrument Date | Jul 24, 2017 |
| Instrument | 703072 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 8, 2017 |
| Title Company | ATTORNEY ONLY |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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The 2025 property tax bill for 1079 Birch Ln was $181.
Source: Whatcom County assessment roll, as of May 31, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Washington |
| County | Whatcom County |
| Unified School District | Mount Baker School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $181.00 | $23,399 Land $20,400 Building $2,999 | $23,399 Land $20,400 Building $2,999 |
| 2022 | $10,629 Land $5,000 Building $5,629 | $10,629 Land $5,000 Building $5,629 | |
| 2021 | $143.00 |
Assessed value is set for property tax purposes, not a market price estimate; it is a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 1079 Birch Ln in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 22 flood claims nearby since 2021.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective May 26, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Flood Insurance Cost | Premium on File median of 40 policies |
| Community Rating System | Class 6 (20% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 40 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 22 (2021–2025) |
| Most Recent Claim | Dec 2025 · Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides |
| Claims by Event |
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Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 1079 Birch Ln is low, with a 0.04% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 64% of the US · lower than 69% of Washington |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.04% annual chance |
| Exposure | Indirect within ember reach |
| Adjoins Burnable Land | Yes |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | Columbia Valley Water District serves 2,648 people · EPA ID WA5366110 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Jul 2025 |
| Lead | 2 ppb (2021–2023) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 353 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 1,200 / 35 |
May also be available: Verizon, Ziply Fiber.
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