Privacy, panoramic bay, sound, and ocean views and a shop! This expertly laid out home makes the most of its beautiful location. Sunset over the water views on 2.42 acres with daily wildlife to observe from the large deck. Step-free, main level living with primary suite on the main floor and commanding bay views from every room and a two-car garage PLUS RV/boat garage. Downstairs has three bedrooms, full bath, large living room and ADU kitchenette possibilities. Heat pump with A/C keeps the whole home comfortable year-round. Second and third driveways access bottom floor and the 26x36 dual heated shop with additional covered parking. No HOA here - located just outside city limits. Priced well below assessed value and pre-inspected.
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Listed by: Keller Williams Western Realty • Alison Risch
Bought with: HomeSmart One Realty
$713,200
1526 Emerald Lake Way, Bellingham, WA 98226
4beds
2,680sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
2.42 Acres Lot
$833,000 Zestimate®
$266/sqft
$4,057 Estimated rent
Home value
$833,000
$783,000 - $891,000
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Ocean viewsAdu kitchenette possibilitiesPrimary suitePanoramic bay
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Listed by:
Alison Risch,
Keller Williams Western Realty
Bought with:
Jerry Van Jaarsveld, 122011
HomeSmart One Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2175339
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher_, Dryer, GarbageDisposal_, Microwave_, Refrigerator_, StoveRange_, Washer, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveRange, Water Heater: Natural Gas, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Central Vacuum, Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Daylight
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,680
- Total interior livable area: 2,680 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: RV Parking, Driveway, Attached Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceramic Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Bath Off Primary, Built-In Vacuum, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, French Doors, Jetted Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Water Heater
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City, Ocean, Sound, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean,Sound
Lot
- Size: 2.42 Acres
- Features: High Voltage Line, Paved, Cable TV, Deck, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level,PartialSlope,Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 3803152864920000
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Metal/Vinyl, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Comcast/Xfinity, Comcast/Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Emerald Lake
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $266/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $915,759
- Annual tax amount: $6,335
- Date on market: 10/3/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 1022 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher, Dryer, GarbageDisposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveRange, Washer
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/16/2023 | Sold | $713,200-4.8%$266/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2175339 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2023 | Pending sale | $749,500$280/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2175339 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $749,500+87.8%$280/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2175339 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2006 | Sold | $399,000+30.9%$149/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #26003884 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2003 | Sold | $304,800+44.7%$114/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #23033590 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2000 | Sold | $210,589$79/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,249 +9.2% | $915,759 +2.3% |
| 2023 | $7,555 +19.3% | $895,195 +27% |
| 2022 | $6,335 +8.7% | $704,878 +21% |
| 2021 | $5,830 -4.3% | $582,544 +1.7% |
| 2020 | $6,090 | $572,898 +5% |
| 2019 | $6,090 +0.5% | $545,616 +7.7% |
| 2018 | $6,057 +8.4% | $506,811 +8.3% |
| 2017 | $5,587 -7.5% | $468,004 +16.4% |
| 2016 | $6,042 +29.6% | $402,033 +3.6% |
| 2015 | $4,663 | $388,063 |
| 2014 | $4,663 -1.8% | -- |
| 2013 | $4,750 | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | $364,532 -1.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $369,568 -2% |
| 2009 | $3,048 -6.2% | $377,030 +20.1% |
| 2008 | $3,248 | $313,920 |
| 2007 | $3,248 +18.2% | $313,920 |
| 2005 | $2,747 | $313,920 +49.5% |
| 2004 | $2,747 -3.5% | $209,935 |
| 2003 | $2,848 +1.9% | $209,935 |
| 2002 | $2,794 +0.1% | $209,935 |
| 2001 | $2,790 | $209,935 +7.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $194,775 |
| 1999 | -- | $194,775 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 98226
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Northern Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Shuksan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.3 mi
- 8/10Squalicum High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Northern Heights Ele
- Middle: Shuksan Mid
- High: Squalicum 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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