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Property Description
Rosario Cottage Duplex with Island Income Potential Incredible Rosario location with charm, flexibility, and income potential. This sweet 1961 stick-built duplex offers two living spaces, each with its own kitchen and full bath. Unit 1 is configured as a 1 bedroom, 1 full bath with mini-split heat and a newly remodeled bathroom. Unit 2 is a studio style unit with a propane heat stove and an active vacation rental permit, offering the opportunity for rental income or mortgage subsidy. The furnishings in unit 2 will be included, turnkey, to keep the vacation rental consistency. Set on a small, level yard with a sunny south-facing deck and filtered, glistening water views through the trees, the home has a quaint cottage feel with thoughtful updates, including a septic replacement in 2018, a minisplit, and an EV charger., and Rock Island Fiber Optic internet. Around the corner from Rosario Resort, with two active restaurants, marina activity, and Kenmore Air floatplane service to Lake Union in Seattle. Deeded access to a waterfront recreation area with swimming pool and beach adds to the lifestyle appeal. Close to Moran State Park, Cascade Lake, and just about 10 minutes to downtown Eastsound.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1179 Rosario Rd
General
- Sold For: $500,000
- Taxes: $3,477 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2553145
- Added to Site: 92 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Short Term: Yes
Interior
- Interior Features: Second Kitchen, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): See Remarks
- Appliances: Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main: 2
Additional Information
- Amenities: Deck, Electric Car Charging, High Speed Internet, Propane
Parking
- Uncovered Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street
Location
- Area: 901 - Orcas, Obstruction & Crane Island
- County: San Juan
- Subdivision: Rosario
- Building Name: Rosario Estates
- Driving Directions: From ferry, Orcas Rd. north, right on Main, past Crescent Beach, Right on Olga Rd., Rt. on Rosario Road. 1179 Rosario.
- Direction Faces: Southeast
School Information
- High School District: Orcas Island
- Elementary School: Orcas Elem
- Middle School: Orcas Isl Mid
- High School: Orcas Isl High
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ductless
- Heating Type: Ductless, Stove/Free Standing, Wall Furnace
- Water Heater: On Demand- Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Community, See Remarks
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Wood, Wood Products
- Basement Desc.: None
- Foundation: Block, Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 943
- Finished Total: 943 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1961
- Property Condition: Good
Lot Features
- Property View: Partial, Territorial
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,197
- Lot Size Source: County Assessor
- Topography: Level
- Lot Features: Paved
- Trees/Vegetation: Garden Space, Wooded
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,477
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Leased Equipment, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
- Property ID: 173150056000
- Lot Number: 56
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Schools
Schools serving 1179 Rosario Rd
School District:Orcas Island School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Orcas Island Elementary School 611 School Road, Eastsound, WA 98245 | K-6 | 3.8 mi |
Orcas Island Middle School 715 School Road, Eastsound, WA 98245 | 7-8 | 3.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1179 Rosario Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/15/2026
Sold
$500,000
-8.26%
MLS
8/03/2026
Price Reduced
$545,000
-6.84%
MLS
7/10/2026
Listed
$585,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1179 Rosario Road, Orcas Island, WA 98245 (MLS# 2553145) is a Single Family property that was sold at $500,000 on September 15, 2026. This property was sold by Island Home Group from our Bellingham Office.Want to learn more about 1179 Rosario Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Orcas Island? You can browse all Orcas Island real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

