Sold272d on market
4 Alder Court
Bellingham, WA, 98229 • Sudden Valley • Whatcom County
$649,000
$261/sqft
4Beds
3Baths
2,490Sqft
0.5 acLot
1996Built
Property DNA
Territorial Views
Territorial
Northwest Contemporary Style
Built 1996 · 30 years of history
Sudden Valley
Sudden Valley
Outdoor Living
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
2 Fireplaces
Gas · Lower Level: 1 · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
2-Car Garage
Driveway · Attached Garage · Off Street
Ceramic Tile & Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 272 days ago · 2 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
2 views
People checking out this listing
272 days on market
Established listing
$261/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 1996
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!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights lower-level rec room, multiple terraces, and hardwood floors as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$4,180/month
Principal & Interest$3,159
Property Tax$649
Insurance$216
HOA$156
Down payment20% ($129,800)
3%50%
Est. 6.14% rate · 30yr fixed · $519,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1996
HeatingFireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Fireplace Insert, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Stove/Free Standing, Electric, Propane
CoolingHeat Pump
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
HOA$156 monthly
Lot0.50 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleNorthwest Contemporary
ConditionVery Good
Year built1996
Systems
HeatingFireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Fireplace Insert, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Stove/Free Standing, Electric, Propane
CoolingHeat Pump
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerPublic, Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer r / Sewer Connected, Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished
Fireplaces2
Lot0.50 Acres
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSudden Valley
Annual tax$5,923
Parcel3704074015050000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
HOA$156/mo
Features & details
17 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Bath Off Primary
Ceiling Fan(s)
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher(s)
Disposal
Dryer(s)
Microwave(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)
Garbage Disposal
Water Heater: propane
Water Heater Location: garage
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Hardwood
Laminate
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
90%+ High Efficiency
Fireplace Insert
Forced Air
Heat Pump
Stove/Free Standing
Electric
Propane
Cooling
Heat Pump
Fireplace
Gas
Lower Level: 1
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Double Pane/Storm Window
Skylight(s)
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
Attached Garage
Off Street
Construction
Wood Siding
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
Lot Features
Dead End Street
Drought Resistant Landscape
Paved
Cable TV
Deck
High Speed Internet
Hot Tub/Spa
Patio
Propane
Community
Athletic Court
Boat Launch
CCRs
Clubhouse
Golf
Park
Playground
Trail(s)
Security
Security Service
Views
Territorial
Pool Features
Community
Utilities
Xfinity/Comcast
Xfinity/Comcast
Other Equipment
Leased Equipment: propane tank
Room details
14 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
MainBedroom
MainBedroom
MainBedroom
LowerBathroom Full
MainBathroom Full
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market272
Est. value$664,800
Est. rent$3,888/mo
Tax rate0.70%
Price/sqft$261
On marketJul 22, 2025
PostedJun 4, 2025
Last sold$649,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedAug 8, 2025
Tour days6
Views2
How are the schools in Bellingham?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Bellingham, WA, 98229
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jul 8, 2025Sold$649,000$261NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 10, 2025Pending Sale$649,000$261NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 4, 2025Listed For Sale$649,000$261NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 4, 2016Sold$315,000$127Public Record
Sep 17, 2015Listing Removed$315,000$127Lakeway Realty, Inc.
Jul 13, 2007Sold$300,000$120NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 25, 2007Price Change$309,900$124Owner
Apr 21, 2007Listed For Sale$314,900$126Owner
Sold$649,000
Jul 8, 2025•$261/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$649,000
Jun 10, 2025•$261/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$649,000
Jun 4, 2025•$261/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$315,000
Mar 4, 2016•$127/sqft•Public Record
Listing Removed$315,000
Sep 17, 2015•$127/sqft•Lakeway Realty, Inc.
Sold$300,000
Jul 13, 2007•$120/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$309,900
Apr 25, 2007•$124/sqft•Owner
Listed For Sale$314,900
Apr 21, 2007•$126/sqft•Owner
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$5,923$642,460
Apr 7, 2023$5,586$646,384
Apr 7, 2022$5,423$557,243
Apr 7, 2021$4,393$403,800
Apr 7, 2020$4,216$380,943
Apr 7, 2019$4,216$376,352
Apr 7, 2018$4,219$353,372
Apr 7, 2017$3,878$301,979
Apr 7, 2016$3,890$265,656
Apr 7, 2015$2,940$249,274
Apr 7, 2014$2,940$242,155
Apr 7, 2013$2,944$217,759
Apr 7, 2012—$220,394
Apr 7, 2011—$229,330
Apr 7, 2010—$239,336
Apr 7, 2009$2,481$263,550
Apr 7, 2008$2,132$263,550
Apr 7, 2007$2,132$205,190
Apr 7, 2005$2,589$205,190
Apr 7, 2004$2,589$205,190
Apr 7, 2003$2,125$157,360
Apr 7, 2002$1,865$140,885
Apr 7, 2001$1,654$125,195
Apr 7, 2000—$125,195
Apr 7, 1999—$113,440
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Local context around this listing
Bellingham, WA • Whatcom County
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Nearby zip codes
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