Prime RM1.5 high density multifamily site offering exceptional development potential in the heart of Ferndale. Zoning supports 15+ units per acre with building heights up to 55 ft, plus this lot has the unique benefit of reduced 3' side setbacks on the north and south lot lines to maximize buildable area. Current concept plan features a 12-unit townhome community with a mix of 2 & 3 bedroom layouts, each designed with 2-car garages. Large, level, and cleared 16,553 sqft lot with 92 ft of street frontage. All prior foundations and structures have been fully demo'd and utilities capped at the street. Extensive feasibility completed, including proposed site plan, building & utilities, elevations & landscape plans. Surrounded by several newly completed multifamily projects, this location has already proven itself as a profitable development corridor. Property may qualify for the City of Ferndale’s Property Tax Exemption program—a compelling advantage for investors and builders. Buyer to verify all development details with the City of Ferndale. Outside the flood zone.
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Listed by: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. • Amy Bowhay
Price cut: $50K (8/25)
$350,000
5887 Cedar Street, Ferndale, WA 98248
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0.38Acres
Unimproved Land
Built in ----
0.38 Acres Lot
$381,900 Zestimate®
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$-- HOA
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Amy Bowhay,
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2548858
Facts & features
Interior
Features
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Lot
- Size: 0.38 Acres
- Dimensions: 92' x 181' x 39' x 77' x 150'
- Features: Paved
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 3902202452510000
- Zoning: RM1.5
- Zoning description: Multi-Family,Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: In Street
- Gas: In Street
- Sewer: In Street
- Water: In Street, Jurisdiction: City of Ferndale
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ferndale
Location
- Region: Ferndale
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $311,728
- Annual tax amount: $2,337
- Date on market: 7/19/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$381,900
$336,000 - $424,000
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/25/2026 | Price change | $350,000-12.5% |
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| 7/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $400,000+63.3% |
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| 11/14/2018 | Sold | $245,000-2% |
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| 10/5/2018 | Pending sale | $250,000 |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #1370946 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2018 | Listed for sale | $250,000+19% |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #1370946 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2018 | Sold | $210,000-6.7% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2016 | Listing removed | $225,000 |
Source: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. #892183 Report a problem | ||
| 2/29/2016 | Listed for sale | $225,000 |
Source: RE/MAX WHATCOM COUNTY, INC. #892183 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2016 | Pending sale | $225,000 |
Source: RE/MAX WHATCOM COUNTY, INC. #892183 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2016 | Listed for sale | $225,000+32.9% |
Source: RE/MAX WHATCOM COUNTY, INC. #892183 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2007 | Sold | $169,280 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,567 +9.8% | $311,728 +0.1% |
| 2024 | $2,338 +6.1% | $311,393 -1.6% |
| 2023 | $2,203 -10.5% | $316,378 +5.4% |
| 2022 | $2,461 +10.8% | $300,138 +21% |
| 2021 | $2,221 -0.7% | $248,048 +8% |
| 2020 | $2,237 | $229,680 +14.8% |
| 2019 | $2,237 +3.3% | $200,044 +9.4% |
| 2018 | $2,165 +30% | $182,894 +14.1% |
| 2017 | $1,666 -14.2% | $160,279 +6.9% |
| 2016 | $1,942 +23.2% | $149,917 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $1,577 | $141,205 +2.1% |
| 2014 | $1,577 -0.2% | $138,257 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $1,581 | $136,254 |
| 2012 | -- | $136,254 |
| 2011 | -- | $136,254 -3.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $141,601 -8.5% |
| 2009 | $1,510 -4.5% | $154,770 |
| 2008 | $1,580 | $154,770 |
| 2007 | $1,580 | $154,770 +77% |
| 2005 | -- | $87,450 |
| 2004 | $227 -21.2% | $87,450 |
| 2003 | $287 +5.1% | $87,450 |
| 2002 | $274 -1.6% | $87,450 |
| 2001 | $278 | $87,450 |
| 2000 | -- | $87,450 |
| 1999 | -- | $87,450 |
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