First time on the market in 47 years, this lovingly cared for 10 acre estate is truly one of a kind. Located just 8 minutes to town, this picturesque property offers a 6 bedroom Craftsmen home, a 1700 sq. ft. ADU that lives like a second home, and a one bedroom cottage. For those looking for multigenerational living or rental income, it is a must see. The primary 3,051 sq. ft. home has 2 bedrooms on the main level and 4 upstairs allowing for both guests and home offices. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, a fireplace and a full basement.The back 5 acres, which are included in sale, has a separate parcel # allowing for another home or resale. The large barn w/fantastic loft has two stalls with room for 6 more along with huge pastures for those looking for equestrian property. This parcel has an ingress/egress driveway and Deer Creek water association purchase opportunity. The owners have made many recent upgrades this year before passing their beloved home on. Some of which include a top of the line 8 bedroom Glendon Biofilter septic and drain field, new furnace, and new wiring and plumbing. The deep well has consistently provided ample water for all all their needs. There is a large outbuilding for mowers, tractors, kayaks, and bikes as well. Come see the storybook charm of this special property with it's gorgeous landscaping, organic mature orchard, gardens and 40' raspberry patch! Such a quiet & peaceful country property just minutes to the amenities of Bellingham.
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Listed by: Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
$1,689,000
1478 Kelly Road, Bellingham, WA 98226
8beds
6,725sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1931
9.7 Acres Lot
$1,645,300 Zestimate®
$251/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
One bedroom cottageHuge pasturesFull basementBeautiful hardwood floors throughoutOrganic mature orchardGorgeous landscaping
- 11 days |
- 1,592 |
- 111 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Karen Caemmerer,
Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2530289
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Oil, Propane
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,635
- Total interior livable area: 6,725 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Security System
Lot
- Size: 9.7 Acres
- Features: Paved, Barn, Cable TV, Deck, Dog Run, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, Propane, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Equestrian,Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture
Details
- Additional structures: ADU Beds: 1, ADU Baths: 2
- Parcel number: 3903342290170000
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1931
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: See Remarks, Shared Well
- Utilities for property: Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Bellingham
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $251/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $907,096
- Annual tax amount: $10,315
- Date on market: 6/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 13 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$1,645,300
$1.56M - $1.73M
$4,017/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,689,000$251/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2530289 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,324 +5.6% | $907,096 -6.9% |
| 2023 | $7,882 +1.6% | $974,005 +9% |
| 2022 | $7,757 +12.2% | $893,566 +28% |
| 2021 | $6,915 +11.9% | $698,091 +22% |
| 2020 | $6,181 | $572,201 +13.5% |
| 2019 | $6,181 +13% | $504,152 +1.7% |
| 2018 | $5,470 +12% | $495,627 +17.6% |
| 2017 | $4,884 -10.9% | $421,627 +6.5% |
| 2016 | $5,482 +12.9% | $396,052 +4.7% |
| 2014 | $4,858 -0.3% | $378,406 +3.6% |
| 2013 | $4,874 | $365,362 |
| 2012 | -- | $365,362 -2.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $374,059 |
| 2010 | -- | $374,059 -13.1% |
| 2009 | $4,368 +0.4% | $430,625 |
| 2008 | $4,351 | $430,625 |
| 2007 | $4,351 +10.8% | $430,625 +57.7% |
| 2005 | $3,927 | $272,995 |
| 2004 | $3,927 -1.2% | $272,995 |
| 2003 | $3,976 +12.4% | $272,995 +13.6% |
| 2002 | $3,537 -1.2% | $240,340 |
| 2001 | $3,579 | $240,340 |
| 2000 | -- | $240,340 |
| 1999 | -- | $240,340 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 98226
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Irene Reither Primary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.5 mi
- 7/10Meridian Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 5/10Meridian High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Irene Reither Primar
- Middle: Meridian Mid
- High: Meridian High
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- Washington
- Whatcom County
- Bellingham
- 98226
- 1478 Kelly Road
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