


354 Helmsmens WayOrcas Island, WA 98245
Vacant Land · 5.03 Acres354 Helmsmens Way Overview
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A rare opportunity to bypass the lengthy and uncertain development process and move directly into building your island retreat. This south-facing homesite offers expansive water views over the Sound and a layered panorama of surrounding islands, paired with an exceptional level of pre-development already in place. Property offers filtered Purdue Lake views with strong view potential depending on home placement and selective clearing (buyer to verify). An active building permit (valid through February 2027, with extension potential), approved septic design, and utilities brought directly to the building site and connected—including water, power conduit, and high-speed fiber optic internet—eliminate many of the typical barriers to construction. EV charging infrastructure is already installed, supporting a modern, high-performance build.Significant investment has been made in site preparation, including a partially completed greenhouse and auxiliary structure with a premium BC Greenhouse kit onsite and foundational work in place. Custom-designed plans provide a clear path forward while still allowing flexibility for a buyer to tailor the final design.With HOA dues and road fees paid, and key permitting and infrastructure completed, this property offers a streamlined path to construction rarely found on Orcas Island. Ideal for a buyer ready to build now. Nearby trail access to Moran State Park adds to the appeal.
354 Helmsmens Way Facts & Features
- Type Vacant Land
- Lot 5.03 Acres
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association Fee: $1,035.00
- Association Fee Frequency: Annually
- Association Fee Includes: Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
School Information
- School District: Orcas Island
- Elementary School: Orcas Elem
- Middle Or Junior School: Orcas Isl Mid
- High School: Orcas Isl High
Building Information
- Building Name: Assessor’s Plat No. 1 of Buck Mountain Tracts
Location/Region
- Country: US
- County Or Parish: San Juan
- MLS Area Major: 901 - Orcas, Obstruction & Crane Island
- Subdivision Name: Eastsound
Community/Development
- Community Features: CCRs, Community Well, Trail(s)
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $2,624.00
- Tax Year: 2026
General Information
- Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
- Parcel Number: 171750026000
- Possible Use: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Land
- Property Type: Land
- Senior Community: No
- Special Listing Conditions: None
Interior
Beds/Baths
- Bedrooms Possible: 6
- Bedrooms Upper: 0
Building Interior
- Building Area Total: 0
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Calculated Square Footage: 0
- Square Footage Finished: 0
- Square Footage Unfinished: 0
General Information
- Cooling: No
- Fireplace: No
- Fireplaces Total: 0
- Heating: No
- Living Area: 0
- Main Level Bathrooms: 0
Exterior
Lot Information
- Irrigation Water Rights: No
- Lot Features: Open Space, Secluded
- Lot Size Acres: 5.03
- Lot Size Square Feet: 219107
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Property Features: Evergreens,Lightly Treed,Partially Cleared
- Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road,Road Maintenance Agreement
- Road Surface Type: Gravel,Paved
- Topography: Level, Rolling, Sloped
- Elevation Units: Feet
- Water Source: Available, Community Well, On Property, See Remarks
Waterfront/View
- Waterfront: No
Building Exterior/Construction
- Structure Type: None
General Information
- Carport: No
- Electric On Property: Yes
- Sewer: Not Available
- Utilities: Electricity Connected, Septic Design Applied, Snow Removal
354 Helmsmens Way Neighborhood
Community
98245 (Orcas Island) Demographics
Schools
School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.354 Helmsmens Way Monthly Cost
354 Helmsmens Way Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
354 Helmsmens Way History
| Date | Value | Agent |
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| 5/8/2026Source: NWMLS | May 08, 2026 |
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| 5/15/2024Source: NWMLS | Sold |
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| 4/12/2024Source: NWMLS | Pending Feasibility |
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| 2/8/2024Source: NWMLS | February 08, 2024 |



































