Set on the shores of beautiful Lake Samish, this stunning contemporary Northwest waterfront home offers the perfect blend of architectural character, comfort, and lakefront living. The two-story design features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with a highly desirable main-level layout including the spacious primary suite plus two additional bedrooms. Dramatic vaulted ceilings, expansive unique windows, and abundant natural light showcase breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding foothills throughout the home. The open living spaces are designed to capture the beauty of the setting, while forced air heat and air conditioning provide year-round comfort. The lower level includes a large family room, fourth bedroom, and full bathroom with direct access to the waterfront yard—ideal for guests, entertaining, or multi-generational living. Outside, enjoy a beautifully maintained lakeside yard leading to a large private dock perfect for boating, swimming, fishing, or simply relaxing on the water. An attached 2-car garage offers convenience and additional storage. Shallow Shore Rd is a quiet dead end road perfect for walking and biking. Located just 10 minutes from Fairhaven and approximately 15 minutes to Mount Vernon, this exceptional waterfront retreat combines peaceful lake living with easy access to shopping, dining, and everyday amenities.
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Listed by: Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. • Doug M. Nesbit
Bought with: COMPASS
$1,500,000
246 Shallow Shore Road, Bellingham, WA 98229
4beds
2,744sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2007
5,662 Square Feet Lot
$1,500,500 Zestimate®
$547/sqft
$3,896 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,500,500
$1.43M - $1.59M
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Large family roomAbundant natural lightHighly desirable main-level layoutSpacious primary suiteBeautifully maintained lakeside yardFourth bedroomExpansive unique windows
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Listed by:
Doug M. Nesbit,
Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Bought with:
Ann Wark, 21006887
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2519981
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Den office
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: basement
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), High Tech Cabling
- Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,744
- Total interior livable area: 2,744 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, High Tech Cabling, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Mountain(s)
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Low Bank, Lake
Lot
- Size: 5,662 Square Feet
- Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Deck, Dock, Fenced-Partially, Moorage, Patio, Propane
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3703360881920000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Stone, Wood Siding, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Lake Samish
- Water: Lake, Company: Lake Samish
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lake Samish
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $547/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,407,311
- Annual tax amount: $13,142
- Date on market: 7/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 13 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Sold | $1,500,000-6.3%$547/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2519981 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Pending sale | $1,600,000$583/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2519981 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000+106.5%$583/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2519981 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2014 | Sold | $775,000$282/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #575580 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2013 | Listed for sale | $775,000+201.6%$282/sqft |
Source: Muljat Group #575580 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2004 | Sold | $257,000$94/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,617 +106.4% | $1,407,311 -3.5% |
| 2023 | $6,113 -47.8% | $1,457,626 +17.5% |
| 2022 | $11,709 +11.1% | $1,240,539 +24% |
| 2021 | $10,542 +12.2% | $1,000,462 +14% |
| 2020 | $9,396 | $877,591 +5.4% |
| 2019 | $9,396 +2.2% | $833,024 +13.5% |
| 2018 | $9,198 +13.9% | $733,788 +12.7% |
| 2017 | $8,076 -4% | $651,339 +15.3% |
| 2016 | $8,414 +32.7% | $564,685 +5.4% |
| 2015 | $6,340 | $535,529 +5% |
| 2014 | $6,340 +1.8% | $510,016 +5% |
| 2013 | $6,225 | $485,943 -2.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $499,967 -0.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $501,153 -2.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $512,069 -2.6% |
| 2009 | $4,755 +21% | $525,890 |
| 2008 | $3,930 | $525,890 +33.6% |
| 2007 | $3,930 +30% | $393,765 +57.8% |
| 2005 | $3,023 | $249,540 |
| 2004 | $3,023 +12.1% | $249,540 +18.3% |
| 2003 | $2,697 +2.3% | $211,015 |
| 2002 | $2,637 +1.4% | $211,015 |
| 2001 | $2,601 | $211,015 |
| 2000 | -- | $211,015 +18.5% |
| 1999 | -- | $178,135 |
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Neighborhood: 98229
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Wade King Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.6 mi
- 8/10Fairhaven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.3 mi
- 9/10Sehome High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wade King 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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