Sold248d on market
900 40th Street
Bellingham, WA, 98229 • Samish Hill • Whatcom County
$597,000
$321/sqft
3Beds
3Baths
1,862Sqft
0.18 acLot
1977Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Bay · Partial · Territorial
Samish
Samish Hill
Outdoor Living
Fireplace · Hot Tub/Spa
2 Fireplaces
Wood Burning · Lower Level: 1 · Upper Level: 1 · Fireplace
2-Car Garage
Driveway · Attached Garage · Off Street
This home is in high demand
Listed 248 days ago · 7 views · Top 7% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
7 views
People checking out this listing
248 days on market
Established listing
$321/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 7% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1977
Welcome to 900 40th Street in the Ridgemont subdivision of Bellingham’s Samish neighborhood! This mostly original 1970s split-level home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.25 bathrooms, and peek-a-boo views of Bellingham Bay. Enjoy a flexible layout, spacious deck, a fully fenced backyard, attached 2-car garage, and mature landscaping. Move in and embrace its retro charm or remodel to make it your own. Located just minutes from Lake Padden's hiking, swimming, and golf, as well as top schools, and Fairhaven shopping. Commuting is a breeze with convenient access to I5. This home blends classic style, convenience, and endless potential—all in a peaceful, established community. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights mature landscaping, flexible layout, and spacious deck as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,695/month
Principal & Interest$2,899
Property Tax$597
Insurance$199
Down payment20% ($119,400)
3%50%
Est. 6.12% rate · 30yr fixed · $477,600 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1977
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Electric
CoolingNone
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot7,840 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1977
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Electric
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerPublic, Company: City of Bellingham / Sewer Connected, Company: City of Bellingham
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
Garage2 spaces
Fireplaces2
Lot7,840 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSamish Hill
Annual tax$5,622
Parcel3703065573110000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
10 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Water Heater Location: Garage
Flooring
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Forced Air
Electric
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Lower Level: 1
Upper Level: 1
Fireplace
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
Attached Garage
Off Street
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Fireplace
Hot Tub/Spa
Lot Features
Deck
Views
Bay
Partial
Territorial
Room details
9 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bathroom Full
Bathroom Three Quarter
Other
LowerListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market248
Est. value$610,900
Est. rent$3,600/mo
Tax rate0.70%
Price/sqft$321
On marketJun 22, 2025
PostedApr 22, 2025
Last sold$597,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedSep 1, 2025
Tour days6
Views7
How are the schools in Bellingham?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Bellingham, WA, 98229
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 1, 2025Sold$597,000$321NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 2, 2025Pending Sale$625,000$336NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 24, 2025Price Change$625,000$336NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
May 25, 2025Price Change$670,000$360NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
May 4, 2025Price Change$699,000$375NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 22, 2025Listed For Sale$740,000$397NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$597,000
Aug 1, 2025•$321/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$625,000
Jul 2, 2025•$336/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$625,000
Jun 24, 2025•$336/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$670,000
May 25, 2025•$360/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$699,000
May 4, 2025•$375/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$740,000
Apr 22, 2025•$397/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$5,622$686,841
Apr 7, 2023$5,536$711,397
Apr 7, 2022$5,121$605,448
Apr 7, 2021$4,535$488,277
Apr 7, 2020$4,215$428,310
Apr 7, 2019$4,215$406,559
Apr 7, 2018$4,140$368,188
Apr 7, 2017$3,739$326,818
Apr 7, 2016$3,882$300,968
Apr 7, 2015$3,116$285,458
Apr 7, 2014$3,116$271,857
Apr 7, 2013$3,067$258,505
Apr 7, 2012—$268,158
Apr 7, 2011—$268,908
Apr 7, 2010—$274,175
Apr 7, 2009$2,584$286,640
Apr 7, 2008$2,086$286,640
Apr 7, 2007$2,086$211,930
Apr 7, 2005$2,415$211,930
Apr 7, 2004$2,415$211,930
Apr 7, 2003$1,675$138,370
Apr 7, 2002$1,629$138,370
Apr 7, 2001$1,635$138,370
Apr 7, 2000—$138,370
Apr 7, 1999—$132,585
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Bellingham, WA • Whatcom County
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Nearby zip codes
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