A rare opportunity to own a view property in Bellingham’s Puget Hill neighborhood. Perched above the city with sweeping panoramic bay and territorial views, this expansive lot offers outstanding potential for a custom home or strategic development in one of Bellingham’s most desirable hillside locations. The property comes with completed plans for a 3,300 sq. ft. custom residence designed by respected local firm ANC Design. Utilities are available at the site and road, and extensive pre-development work is already complete—including geotechnical, stormwater, arborist, and critical area reports. The custom home plans are ready for submission to the City of Bellingham. Buyers are encouraged to verify additional development options under Bellingham’s updated middle housing regulations, which may allow for greater density such as a 6-plex or two detached single-family homes with ADUs (subject to city approval). Thoughtfully enhanced with mature landscaping, a seasonal creek, walking trails, and multiple patio areas, the property feels like a secluded private park. Just minutes from downtown Bellingham, Fairhaven, shopping, dining, and waterfront access, it perfectly balances seclusion with convenience. A 2024 survey with clearly marked corners is also available. This is a unique combination of location, views, completed planning, and long-term flexibility—ideal for a luxury custom build, development, or investment.
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Listed by: COMPASS
$550,000
145 47th Street, Bellingham, WA 98229
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9,583Square Feet
Unimproved Land
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9,583 Square Feet Lot
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What's special
Multiple patio areasWalking trailsSeasonal creekExpansive lot
- 27 days |
- 239 |
- 3 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Derek Buse,
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2533798
Facts & features
Interior
Features
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City, Sound, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Sound
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
- Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded, Brush, Evergreens, Lightly Treed, Partially Cleared
- Topography: Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 3803322420810000
- Zoning: RS12
- Zoning description: Residential,Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: In Street
- Gas: In Street
- Sewer: In Street
- Water: In Street, Jurisdiction: City of Bellingham
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Trail(s)
- Subdivision: Puget
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $236,251
- Annual tax amount: $2,411
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 28 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,402/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,937 +5.2% | $236,251 |
| 2023 | $1,842 +19.1% | $236,251 +29.5% |
| 2022 | $1,547 +0.4% | $182,435 +10% |
| 2021 | $1,541 +1% | $165,850 +7% |
| 2020 | $1,525 | $155,000 |
| 2019 | $1,525 -3.3% | $155,000 -1.3% |
| 2018 | $1,578 -1% | $157,000 +5.9% |
| 2017 | $1,594 -9.5% | $148,250 +4.4% |
| 2016 | $1,761 +24.6% | $142,000 +9.7% |
| 2015 | $1,414 | $129,500 |
| 2014 | $1,414 -3.2% | $129,500 +3.6% |
| 2013 | $1,461 | $125,000 -11.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $141,479 -2.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $144,642 -2% |
| 2010 | -- | $147,630 -16% |
| 2009 | -- | $175,750 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Samish Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Carl Cozier Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Kulshan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Sehome High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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- Washington
- Whatcom County
- Bellingham
- 98229
- Samish Hill
- 145 47th Street





