Live among the birds in this Gate 1 charmer. Situated near the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac with trail access moments away, this is Sudden Valley living at its finest! Walls of windows flood the home with natural light while peaceful views of the surrounding trees create a true sense of calm. Thoughtfully laid out with 4 BRs, 2.5 BA, real wood floors, and spacious living throughout, this home blends warmth and functionality in all the right ways. Privacy awaits a secluded upper porch allowing for full immersion. A flat driveway and attached garage make everyday living easy, while the serene setting makes it hard to ever want to leave. Whether you’re entertaining friends, heading out for a trail run or ride, or simply soaking in the stillness from home, this one just feels right.
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Listed by: Bellwether Real Estate • Ethan Hunger
Price cut: $10K (8/12)
$585,000
156 Windward Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229
4beds
1,817sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
3,214 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$322/sqft
$167/mo HOA
What's special
Spacious living throughoutSerene settingAttached garageReal wood floorsFlat driveway
- 102 days
- 267
- 16
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ethan Hunger,
Bellwether Real Estate
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2527979
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Second
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Natural Gas, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,817
- Total interior livable area: 1,817 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 3,214 Square Feet
- Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded, Deck
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 3704065641000000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Wood Siding, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 2003
- Major remodel year: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
- Water: Public, Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Athletic Court, Boat Launch, CCRs, Clubhouse, Golf, Park, Trail(s)
- Security: Security Service
- Subdivision: Sudden Valley
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Security, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $167 monthly
- HOA phone: 360-734-6430
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $322/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $455,702
- Annual tax amount: $4,592
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 104 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Price change | $585,000-1.7%$322/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2527979 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $595,000+5.3%$327/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2527979 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2022 | Sold | $565,000+3.7%$311/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1895235 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2022 | Pending sale | $545,000$300/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1895235 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2022 | Listed for sale | $545,000$300/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1895235 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,229 +6% | $455,702 -0.6% |
| 2023 | $3,990 +3% | $458,486 +16% |
| 2022 | $3,874 +22.6% | $395,257 +38% |
| 2021 | $3,159 +4.1% | $286,418 +6% |
| 2020 | $3,033 | $270,206 +0.1% |
| 2019 | $3,033 -0.5% | $270,043 +6.5% |
| 2018 | $3,048 +9.5% | $253,554 +17% |
| 2017 | $2,782 -0.3% | $216,677 +13.7% |
| 2016 | $2,791 +32.3% | $190,613 +6.6% |
| 2015 | $2,110 | $178,872 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $2,110 -0.1% | $173,763 -1.2% |
| 2013 | $2,113 | $175,816 -1.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $178,521 -3.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $185,579 -3.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $193,094 -8.3% |
| 2009 | $1,982 +22.1% | $210,525 |
| 2008 | $1,623 | $210,525 +34.8% |
| 2007 | $1,623 -17.7% | $156,170 |
| 2005 | $1,971 | $156,170 |
| 2004 | $1,971 +118.9% | $156,170 +134.2% |
| 2003 | $900 +1519.1% | $66,670 +1487.4% |
| 2002 | $56 +0.2% | $4,200 |
| 2001 | $55 | $4,200 |
| 2000 | -- | $4,200 |
| 1999 | -- | $4,200 |
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Neighborhood: Sudden Valley
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Geneva Elem
- Middle: Kulshan Mid
- High: Bellingham 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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