A stone's throw away from Fairhaven and Downtown Bellingham, welcome to your picturesque 5-acre estate offering partial views of Bellingham Bay & the Canadian Rockies. Embrace the chance to acquire an exceptionally unique estate, beautifully landscaped w/ apple & pear trees, kiwis, grapes, and hops. The serenity of the surroundings provides an idyllic life in tune with nature while still being closely connected to urban amenities. With zoning designated as RS20.0, this parcel holds the potential to accommodate up to 11 residences, subject to buyer verification. Discover the possibilities of this rare opportunity to create your dream home on acreage in the city or develop a residential community.
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Listed by: COMPASS • Wilhelmina Hardisty
Bought with: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
$1,725,000
1207 40th Street, Bellingham, WA 98229
3beds
2,156sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
5.05 Acres Lot
$1,633,400 Zestimate®
$800/sqft
$3,520 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,633,400
$1.49M - $1.80M
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Listed by:
Wilhelmina Hardisty,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Gabrielle Balolia, 138620
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2142576
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Den office
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwashers_, Double Oven, Dryer(s), Microwaves_, Refrigerators_, StovesRanges_, Washer(s), Dishwasher(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,156
- Total interior livable area: 2,156 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: RV Parking, Driveway
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Laminate Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, French Doors, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Partial, Sound, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Sound
Lot
- Size: 5.05 Acres
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Value In Land, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Gated Entry, Green House, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level,PartialSlope,Rolling,Sloped
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture
Details
- Parcel number: 370305023089
- Zoning description: RS20.0,Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1937
- Major remodel year: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Available, Septic Tank
- Water: Individual Well, Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Samish
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $800/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,193,182
- Annual tax amount: $6,945
- Date on market: 10/17/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 1009 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwashers, DoubleOven, Dryers, Microwaves, Refrigerators, StovesRanges, Washers
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2024 | Sold | $1,725,000-11.5%$800/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2142576 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2024 | Pending sale | $1,950,000$904/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2142576 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000$904/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2142576 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2024 | Pending sale | $1,950,000$904/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2142576 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2024 | Price change | $1,950,000-7.1%$904/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2142576 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,100,000-16%$974/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NWM2142576 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  RE/MAX International Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2022 | Price change | $2,500,000-10.7%$1,160/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX International #1935657 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,800,000$1,299/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX International #1935657 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,783 +11% | $1,193,182 +5.6% |
| 2023 | $8,813 +26.9% | $1,130,389 +38% |
| 2022 | $6,945 +4.7% | $819,104 +15% |
| 2021 | $6,635 +11.3% | $712,265 +18% |
| 2020 | $5,960 | $603,614 |
| 2019 | $5,960 -3.3% | $603,614 +5.6% |
| 2018 | $6,165 +5.8% | $571,748 +13.9% |
| 2017 | $5,825 -2.6% | $501,981 +5.5% |
| 2016 | $5,982 +17.9% | $475,653 +2.7% |
| 2015 | $5,073 | $462,928 +4% |
| 2014 | $5,073 +0.7% | $444,938 +1.4% |
| 2013 | $5,039 | $438,794 +3.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $423,377 |
| 2011 | -- | $423,377 -2.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $434,120 -5.9% |
| 2009 | $4,157 +31.3% | $461,120 -10.6% |
| 2008 | $3,167 | $515,645 +60.3% |
| 2007 | $3,167 -13.6% | $321,750 |
| 2005 | $3,667 | $321,750 |
| 2004 | $3,667 +34.7% | $321,750 +43.1% |
| 2003 | $2,722 +2.8% | $224,865 |
| 2002 | $2,647 -0.4% | $224,865 |
| 2001 | $2,656 | $224,865 |
| 2000 | -- | $224,865 +48% |
| 1999 | -- | $151,910 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Samish Hill
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Happy Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Fairhaven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 9/10Sehome High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Happy Vly Elem
- Middle: Fairhaven Mid
- High: Sehome High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- 1207 40th Street
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