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Listed by: Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. • Samuel Schell

Bought with: Designed Realty

$415,500

396 Sudden Valley Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229

3beds

1,293sqft

Single Family Residence

Built in 1991

8,211 Square Feet Lot

$412,500 Zestimate^®

$321/sqft

$2,819 Estimated rent

Home value

$412,500

$380,000 - $450,000

$2,819/mo

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What's special

Single level homeSpace to grillVaulted ceilingsNice working hot tubOpen concept living

Charming 1,293 sqft (3) bedroom, (2) bath single level home with open concept living, vaulted ceilings, and skylights makes this a must see for the price. Located on a sizable 8,209 sqft lot and conveniently located in Gate 3, just a short drive from Lake Whatcom, golfing, pool, and all the amenities of the community. The house and property provide easy equity upside for an investor looking for a light rehab or homeowner looking to breath new life into the home. The 507 sqft attached garage gives plenty of room for parking, workshop space, and built-in storage. Covered porch off the back is quiet and private with a nice working hot tub, and space to grill. Wildlife frequently spotted in the area. The central forced air heat and A/C with the heat pump provide efficient control over the conditioned space. Come check it out! As-is sale.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 3

Bedroom

Level: Main

Bedroom

Level: Main

Heating

Fireplace, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Propane

Cooling

Forced Air, Heat Pump

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Storage, Water Heater Location: Garage

Features

Bath Off Primary
Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
Windows: Skylight(s)
Basement: None
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,293
Total interior livable area: 1,293 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 6
Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
Has attached garage: Yes
Covered spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 4

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Fireplace, Hot Tub/Spa, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
Has spa: Yes
Spa features: Indoor
Has view: Yes
View description: Territorial

Lot

Size: 8,211 Square Feet
Features: Paved, Cable TV, Deck, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Propane
Topography: Partial Slope
Residential vegetation: Brush, Garden Space, Wooded

Details

Parcel number: 370407503390
Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: 1 Story
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Siding, Wood Products
Foundation: Poured Concrete
Roof: Composition

Condition

Average
Year built: 1991
Major remodel year: 1991

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Company: PSE`
Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Lake Whatcom Water and Sewer
Water: Public, Company: Lake Whatcom Water and Sewer
Utilities for property: Comcast, Comcast

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Athletic Court, Boat Launch, CCRs, Clubhouse, Golf, Park, Playground, Trail(s)
Security: Security Service
Subdivision: Sudden Valley

HOA

Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Security
HOA fee: $167 monthly
HOA phone: 360-734-6430

Location

Region: Bellingham

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $321/sqft
Tax assessed value: $446,341
Annual tax amount: $308
Offers reviewed: 02/07/2026
Date on market: 4/10/2026
Cumulative days on market: 103 days
Listing terms: Conventional
Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/12/2026	Sold	$415,500+6.6%$321/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2475395 Report a problem
2/2/2026	Pending sale	$389,900$302/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2475395 Report a problem
2/1/2026	Listed for sale	$389,900$302/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2475395 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$306 +8.5%	$446,341 -0.6%
2023	$282 -13.1%	$449,067 +16%
2022	$324 -19.4%	$387,137 +38%
2021	$402 +0.6%	$280,534 +6%
2020	$400	$264,655 +1.8%
2019	$400 -3%	$259,873 +6.5%
2018	$412 -4.7%	$244,003 +17%
2017	$432 -7.1%	$208,515 +13.7%
2016	$466 -4.1%	$183,427 +6.5%
2015	$485	$172,165 +2.9%
2014	$485 -39.8%	$167,248 +12.2%
2013	$807	$149,060 -1.6%
2012	--	$151,463 -4.2%
2011	--	$158,068 -4%
2010	--	$164,676 -8.7%
2009	$1,715 +4.6%	$180,295
2008	$1,639	$180,295 +15.6%
2007	$1,639 -16.7%	$156,020
2005	$1,969	$156,020
2004	$1,969 +27.9%	$156,020 +36.9%
2003	$1,539 +2%	$113,985
2002	$1,509 +0.2%	$113,985
2001	$1,506	$113,985
2000	--	$113,985 +3.9%
1999	--	$109,725