Newly built custom home nestled amidst mature cedar and hemlock, steps from Lake Samish and the Blanchard trail system. This architectural beauty is designed to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings offering tranquil living just 10 minutes from Bellingham. Expansive windows and open floor plan allow for mountain and lake views, while the high-efficiency wood stove and earthy color palette create a sense of peace and relaxation. Bamboo flooring, custom sapele wood cabinetry, and PaperStone countertops blend functionality and aesthetics. Uniquely designed countertop flows seamlessly to an outdoor bar enjoyed from the large deck. Spacious 1 car garage with EV outlet has ample room for shop space. This is a special home and a must-see.
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Listed by: HomeSmart One Realty • Shannon Bartlett
Bought with: HomeSmart One Realty
$829,000
953 W Lake Samish Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229
3beds
1,383sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2023
0.53 Acres Lot
$829,500 Zestimate®
$599/sqft
$3,054 Estimated rent
Home value
$829,500
$788,000 - $871,000
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Listed by:
Shannon Bartlett,
HomeSmart One Realty
Bought with:
Shannon Bartlett, 135999
HomeSmart One Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2160073
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Ductless HP-Mini Split, Radiant, Stove/Free Standing, Electric, Wood
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher_, Dryer, Refrigerator_, Washer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: main level utility closet
Features
- Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Other, Slate, Carpet
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: See Remarks, Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,383
- Total interior livable area: 1,383 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Wall to Wall Carpet, Bamboo/Cork, Sprinkler System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Pantry, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.53 Acres
- Features: Paved, Deck, High Speed Internet
- Topography: PartialSlope,Sloped
- Residential vegetation: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 3703273343820000
- Zoning description: RR2,Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Northwest Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: Yes
- Year built: 2023
Details
- Builder name: Knock Knock Properties LLC
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Samish Water District
- Water: Lake
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lake Samish
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $599/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $650,904
- Annual tax amount: $1,357
- Date on market: 10/21/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 888 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/15/2023 | Sold | $829,000$599/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2160073 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2023 | Pending sale | $829,000$599/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2160073 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2023 | Price change | $829,000-4.2%$599/sqft |
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| 9/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $865,000+394.3%$625/sqft |
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| 11/6/2020 | Sold | $175,000$127/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1665333 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,842 +28% | $650,904 +19.5% |
| 2023 | $4,564 +236.3% | $544,801 +279.4% |
| 2022 | $1,357 -1.1% | $143,594 +10% |
| 2021 | $1,372 +5.3% | $130,540 +7% |
| 2020 | $1,303 | $122,000 |
| 2019 | $1,303 -3% | $122,000 +9.7% |
| 2018 | $1,344 +10.1% | $111,219 +5.9% |
| 2017 | $1,220 -9.8% | $105,020 +4.4% |
| 2016 | $1,353 +25% | $100,593 +9.7% |
| 2015 | $1,082 | $91,738 |
| 2014 | $1,082 -3% | $91,738 +3.6% |
| 2013 | $1,115 | $88,550 |
| 2012 | -- | $88,550 -2.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $90,530 -2% |
| 2010 | -- | $92,400 -16% |
| 2009 | $990 +66.3% | $110,000 |
| 2008 | $595 | $110,000 +83.3% |
| 2007 | $595 -18.1% | $60,000 |
| 2005 | $727 | $60,000 |
| 2004 | $727 +42.2% | $60,000 +50% |
| 2003 | $511 +2.3% | $40,000 |
| 2002 | $500 +1.4% | $40,000 |
| 2001 | $493 | $40,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $40,000 +14.3% |
| 1999 | -- | $35,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 98229
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Wade King Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.7 mi
- 8/10Fairhaven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.3 mi
- 9/10Sehome High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.2 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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