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Listed by: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. • Amy Bowhay

$1,299,000

3145 Sunset Way, Bellingham, WA 98226

4beds

3,322sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1998

9,147 Square Feet Lot

$1,245,500 Zestimate^®

$391/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Discover your dream coastal retreat w/ this stunning 4 bed / 3 bath NW contemporary custom home on 50 ft of west-facing low-bank waterfront & private sandy beach. Seamlessly blending elegant design w/ tranquil beachside living, the main floor boasts a grand formal entry w/ vaulted ceilings, Italian tile floors & kitchen w/ walk-in pantry. Upstairs, each bedroom offers breathtaking water views & quarter-sawn oak wood floors. The versatile daylight basement incl. exterior access. Enjoy year-round sunsets, vibrant marine life & unobstructed views of the Salish Sea & San Juan Islands as far as the eye can see. This exceptional retreat is truly a rare find on Bellingham's most idyllic waterfront! Seller pre-inspection report available.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
3/4 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Second

Bedroom

Level: Main

Bedroom

Level: Second

Bedroom

Level: Second

Bathroom three quarter

Level: Main

Bathroom full

Level: Second

Bathroom full

Level: Second

Other

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, Forced Air, Propane

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas - Propane, Water Heater Location: Garage

Features

Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Pantry
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Basement: Finished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,322
Total interior livable area: 3,322 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
Has attached 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, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
Has view: Yes
View description: Bay, Ocean, Sea, See Remarks, Sound, Territorial
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Bay,Ocean,Sea,Sound
Waterfront features: Low Bank, Bayfront, Saltwater, Sea, Sound
Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: 50'

Lot

Size: 9,147 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50' x 188' x 50'185'
Features: Paved, Deck, High Speed Internet, Propane
Topography: Level,Partial Slope
Residential vegetation: Garden Space

Details

Parcel number: 3801260383580000
Zoning: RR3
Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
Special conditions: Standard
Other equipment: Leased Equipment: Propane Tank

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional,2 Stories w/Bsmnt
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Metal/Vinyl
Foundation: Poured Concrete, Slab
Roof: Composition

Condition

Very Good
Year built: 1998
Major remodel year: 1998

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Company: PSE
Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Lummi Tribal Sewer & Water
Water: Community, Company: Sunset Water Association
Utilities for property: Century Link

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Boat Launch, CCRs
Subdivision: Gooseberry Point

Location

Region: Bellingham

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $391/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,263,459
Annual tax amount: $11,691
Date on market: 4/22/2026
Cumulative days on market: 72 days
Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer(s)

Estimated market value

$1,245,500

$1.18M - $1.31M

$3,974/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/23/2026	Listed for sale	$1,299,000+67.6%$391/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2511839 Report a problem
9/20/2007	Sold	$775,000$233/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #27051787 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$11,088 +9.3%	$1,263,459 -4.2%
2023	$10,146 +24.5%	$1,318,984 +45%
2022	$8,152 +13%	$909,631 +24.6%
2021	$7,217 -8%	$729,827 +0.5%
2020	$7,841	$725,928 +10.3%
2019	$7,841 +3.7%	$657,846 +9.9%
2018	$7,558 +25%	$598,653 +17.8%
2017	$6,045 -9.3%	$508,309 +8.7%
2016	$6,665 +31.4%	$467,419 +10.6%
2015	$5,074	$422,807 -8.2%
2014	$5,074 -10.6%	$460,387
2013	$5,676	$460,387
2012	--	$460,387 +4.7%
2011	--	$439,717
2010	--	$439,717 -0.7%
2009	$4,403 -5.4%	$442,640 +7.8%
2008	$4,654	$410,785
2007	$4,654 +18.1%	$410,785
2005	$3,941 +900%	$410,785 +44.1%
2004	$394 -90.3%	$285,120
2003	$4,078 +3.8%	$285,120
2002	$3,927 -0.8%	$285,120
2001	$3,957	$285,120 +13.7%
2000	--	$250,785
1999	--	$250,785

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