Beautifully maintained 4BR, 3BA home on a serene ½-acre lot in Sudden Valley—one of the Northwest’s top recreational communities. Offers 2,490 sq. ft. of light-filled living with two spacious living rooms, each with its own fireplace. Hardwood floors and vaulted ceilings enhance the warm, open feel. Outdoor spaces include multiple terraces, a hot tub, fire pit, and hammocks nestled in the trees. Lower-level rec room is perfect for movies or sleepovers. Recent upgrades: new roof (2023) and new heat pump/central A/C. Parking in front and in attached two-car garage. Enjoy golf, marina, pools, gym & more!
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Listed by: eXp Realty
Bought with: CENTURY 21 North Homes Realty
$649,000
4 Alder Court, Bellingham, WA 98229
4beds
2,490sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
0.5 Acres Lot
$664,300 Zestimate®
$261/sqft
$3,574 Estimated rent
Home value
$664,300
$605,000 - $731,000
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Lower-level rec roomMultiple terracesHardwood floorsHot tubVaulted ceilingsFire pitLight-filled living
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Listed by:
Dave Hiller,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Taylor Jordal, 22007230
CENTURY 21 North Homes Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2386830
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Description: walk-in closet
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Description: off primary
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Split
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Fireplace Insert, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Stove/Free Standing, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: propane, Water Heater Location: garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,490
- Total interior livable area: 2,490 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Entry location: Split
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Pool features: Community
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 0.50 Acres
- Features: Dead End Street, Drought Resistant Landscape, Paved, Cable TV, Deck, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Patio, Propane
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope,Terraces
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 3704074015050000
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: propane tank
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Northwest Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1996
- Major remodel year: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
- Water: Public, Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer r
- Utilities for property: Xfinity/Comcast, Xfinity/Comcast
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security Service
Community
- Community features: Athletic Court, Boat Launch, CCRs, Clubhouse, Golf, Park, Playground, Trail(s)
Location
- Region: Bellingham
- Subdivision: Sudden Valley
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $156 monthly
- Association phone: 360-734-6430
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,State Bond,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Cumulative days on market: 249 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2025 | Sold | $649,000$261/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2386830 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2025 | Pending sale | $649,000$261/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2386830 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,000+106%$261/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2386830 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2016 | Sold | $315,000$127/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2015 | Listing removed | $315,000+5%$127/sqft |
Source: Lakeway Realty, Inc. #768992 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2007 | Sold | $300,000-3.2%$120/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #27024753 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2007 | Price change | $309,900-1.6%$124/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2007 | Listed for sale | $314,900$126/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,923 +6% | $642,460 -0.6% |
| 2023 | $5,586 +3% | $646,384 +16% |
| 2022 | $5,423 +23.4% | $557,243 +38% |
| 2021 | $4,393 +4.2% | $403,800 +6% |
| 2020 | $4,216 | $380,943 +1.2% |
| 2019 | $4,216 -0.1% | $376,352 +6.5% |
| 2018 | $4,219 +8.8% | $353,372 +17% |
| 2017 | $3,878 -0.3% | $301,979 +13.7% |
| 2016 | $3,890 +32.3% | $265,656 +6.6% |
| 2015 | $2,940 | $249,274 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $2,940 -0.1% | $242,155 +11.2% |
| 2013 | $2,944 | $217,759 -1.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $220,394 -3.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $229,330 -4.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $239,336 -9.2% |
| 2009 | $2,481 +16.3% | $263,550 |
| 2008 | $2,132 | $263,550 +28.4% |
| 2007 | $2,132 -17.7% | $205,190 |
| 2005 | $2,589 | $205,190 |
| 2004 | $2,589 +21.9% | $205,190 +30.4% |
| 2003 | $2,125 +13.9% | $157,360 +11.7% |
| 2002 | $1,865 +12.8% | $140,885 +12.5% |
| 2001 | $1,654 | $125,195 |
| 2000 | -- | $125,195 +10.4% |
| 1999 | -- | $113,440 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Sudden Valley
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Geneva Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.6 mi
- 9/10Kulshan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.6 mi
- 8/10Bellingham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.6 mi
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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