Sold929d on marketHistoric · 90 yrs
483 Summerland Road
Bellingham, WA, 98229 • 98229 • Whatcom County
$631,250
$457/sqft
2Beds
1Baths
1,380Sqft
5.5 acLot
1936Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Creek
Territorial Views
Territorial
Craftsman Style
Built 1936 · 90 years of history
Samish
98229
Outdoor Living
Bamboo/Cork · Ceramic Tile · Wall to Wall Carpet · Bath Off Primary · Double Pane/Storm Window · Dining Room · Skylight(s) · Vaulted Ceiling(s) · Fireplace · Water Heater
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
Ceramic Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 929 days ago · 14 views · 2 saves · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
14 views
People checking out this listing
2 saves
Buyers have saved this home
929 days on market
Established listing
$457/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 1% 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 1936 · Historic
A cottage forest retreat in a picturesque wooded 5.5-acre setting near Lake Samish 5 minutes off Interstate 5. Private and forested w/creek running through the property & a charming bridge in backyard. Gardens & options abound here with several outbuildings up against hundreds of acres of DNR land w/the many Blanchard Mountain trails. The cottage needs work but is solid, adorable, charming and livable-sold as is. Wood stove in the home amidst the trees. Built 1936, 1,380 SF with cedar shake siding. Home has official 1 BR and full BA downstairs but upstairs with a loft, office & den. Also on property-cute lofted cabin with power, horse riding area, greenhouse, & more. Water source is creek also has an inactive well. Previous hobby farm.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights private and forested w, cottage forest retreat, and full ba downstairs as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,914/month
Principal & Interest$3,073
Property Tax$631
Insurance$210
Down payment20% ($126,250)
3%50%
Est. 6.14% rate · 30yr fixed · $505,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1936
HeatingFireplace, Stove/Free Standing, Electric, Wood
CoolingNone
Parking2 Carport spaces
Lot5.54 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleCraftsman
ConditionGood
Year built1936
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Stove/Free Standing, Electric, Wood
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerSee Remarks, Company: creek surface water / Septic Tank, Company: private septic
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingRV Parking, Detached Carport, Driveway, Off Street
BasementNone
Fireplaces1
Lot5.54 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood98229
Annual tax$5,364
Parcel3703352224890000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Bath Off Primary
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher_
Dryer
Refrigerator_
StoveRange_
Washer
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
StoveRange
Water Heater: electric
Water Heater Location: utility
Flooring
Bamboo/Cork
Ceramic Tile
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Stove/Free Standing
Electric
Wood
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Double Pane/Storm Window
Skylight(s)
Exterior Features
Parking
RV Parking
Detached Carport
Driveway
Off Street
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Bamboo/Cork
Ceramic Tile
Wall to Wall Carpet
Bath Off Primary
Double Pane/Storm Window
Dining Room
Skylight(s)
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Fireplace
Water Heater
Lot Features
Adjacent to Public Land
Drought Res Landscape
Paved
Secluded
Arena-Outdoor
Barn
Deck
Fenced-Partially
Green House
Outbuildings
Patio
Propane
RV Parking
Shop
Stable
Views
Territorial
Utilities
Century Link
Other Equipment
Leased Equipment: propane tank
Room details
6 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
MainBathroom Full
MainDining Room
MainEntry Hall
MainKitchen With Eating Space
MainLiving Room
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market929
Est. value$750,400
Est. rent$3,430/mo
Tax rate0.70%
Price/sqft$457
On marketSep 12, 2023
PostedJul 28, 2023
Last sold$631,250
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedSep 20, 2023
Tour days6
Views14
Favorites2
How are the schools in Bellingham?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Bellingham, WA, 98229
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Sep 20, 2023Sold$631,250$457NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 4, 2023Pending Sale$650,000$471NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 28, 2023Listed For Sale$650,000$471NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 23, 2008Sold$327,500$237NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$631,250
Sep 20, 2023•$457/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$650,000
Aug 4, 2023•$471/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$650,000
Jul 28, 2023•$471/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$327,500
Jun 23, 2008•$237/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$7,227$800,919
Apr 7, 2023$6,765$800,919
Apr 7, 2022$5,527$580,363
Apr 7, 2021$5,363$504,663
Apr 7, 2020$4,619$427,681
Apr 7, 2019$4,619$427,681
Apr 7, 2018$4,762$341,246
Apr 7, 2017$3,797$299,606
Apr 7, 2016—$283,892
Apr 7, 2015$3,311$276,297
Apr 7, 2014$3,311$265,560
Apr 7, 2013$3,281$261,893
Apr 7, 2012—$267,076
Apr 7, 2011—$267,076
Apr 7, 2010—$274,008
Apr 7, 2009$2,640$289,810
Apr 7, 2008$1,582$289,810
Apr 7, 2007$1,582$156,220
Apr 7, 2005$1,893$156,220
Apr 7, 2004$1,893$156,220
Apr 7, 2003$1,477$115,600
Apr 7, 2002$1,445$115,600
Apr 7, 2001$1,425$115,600
Apr 7, 2000—$115,600
Apr 7, 1999—$92,170
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Local context around this listing
Bellingham, WA • Whatcom County
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Nearby zip codes
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