Sold327d on marketHistoric · 100 yrs
4186 Rural Avenue
Bellingham, WA, 98226 • Marietta-Alderwood • Whatcom County
$985,000
$426/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
2,312Sqft
1.2 acLot
1926Built
Property DNA
Territorial Views
Territorial
Craftsman Style
Built 1926 · 100 years of history
Marietta
Marietta-Alderwood
Outdoor Living
Ceiling Fan(s) · Double Pane/Storm Window · Dining Room · Fireplace · French Doors · Hot Tub/Spa · Skylight(s)
1 Fireplace
Gas · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
6 views
People checking out this listing
327 days on market
Established listing
$426/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1926 · Historic
This is the one you have been waiting for! An enchanting, updated 1926 home, shop, and heated artist studio on 1.23 fully fenced acres, just 15 min from downtown Bellingham! It's the perfect combination of easy country living while being close to town. The property has a gated entrance, man made pond, gardens, fruit trees, mature trees and countless plants that will leave you in awe. The heated shop is outfitted with multiple 220 outlets for all of your creative needs. Inside the beautiful home you will find custom woodworking, old growth floors and trim, with character around every corner, WAY too much to list! This is truly a one of a kind property, a must see! Basement has a brand new drainage system and is fully dry!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights fruit trees, countless perennials, and old growth floors as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$6,130/month
Principal & Interest$4,817
Property Tax$985
Insurance$328
Down payment20% ($197,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $788,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1926
HeatingFireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
Parking2 Carport spaces
Lot1.23 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleCraftsman
Year built1926
Stories2
Systems
HeatingFireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerCommunity, Company: Whatcom County water district 2 / Septic Tank, Company: Septic
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDetached Carport, Driveway, Off Street, RV Parking
BasementUnfinished
Fireplaces1
Lot1.23 Acres
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodMarietta-Alderwood
Annual tax$4,560
Parcel3802084201190000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher(s)
Dryer(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Other
Heating
Fireplace
90%+ High Efficiency
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Gas
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Double Pane/Storm Window
Skylight(s)
Exterior Features
Parking
Detached Carport
Driveway
Off Street
RV Parking
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Ceiling Fan(s)
Double Pane/Storm Window
Dining Room
Fireplace
French Doors
Hot Tub/Spa
Skylight(s)
Lot Features
Adjacent to Public Land
Paved
Secluded
Deck
Fenced-Fully
Gated Entry
Green House
Hot Tub/Spa
Outbuildings
Patio
RV Parking
Shop
Views
Territorial
Utilities
Comcast
Comcast
Room details
10 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
MainBedroom
Bedroom
Bathroom Full
MainOther
MainDining Room
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market327
Est. value$1,009,600
Est. rent$2,930/mo
Tax rate0.70%
Price/sqft$426
On marketMay 16, 2025
PostedFeb 18, 2025
Last sold$985,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedJun 14, 2025
Tour days6
Views6
How are the schools in Bellingham?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Bellingham, WA, 98226
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
May 14, 2025Sold$985,000$426NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 23, 2025Pending Sale$995,000$430NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 16, 2025Listed For Sale$995,000$430NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$985,000
May 14, 2025•$426/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$995,000
Apr 23, 2025•$430/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$995,000
Apr 16, 2025•$430/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$5,869$606,839
Apr 7, 2023$5,158$593,201
Apr 7, 2022$4,584$467,083
Apr 7, 2021$3,814$350,775
Apr 7, 2020$3,840$332,285
Apr 7, 2019$3,840$316,461
Apr 7, 2018$3,654$293,953
Apr 7, 2017$3,375$271,445
Apr 7, 2016$3,630$233,182
Apr 7, 2015$2,681$225,079
Apr 7, 2014$2,681$242,965
Apr 7, 2013$2,974$244,640
Apr 7, 2012—$230,350
Apr 7, 2011—$230,350
Apr 7, 2010—$233,540
Apr 7, 2009$2,193$238,175
Apr 7, 2008$2,335$221,155
Apr 7, 2007$2,335$221,155
Apr 7, 2005$1,676$221,155
Apr 7, 2004$168$129,175
Apr 7, 2003$1,772$129,175
Apr 7, 2002$1,747$129,175
Apr 7, 2001$1,739$129,175
Apr 7, 2000—$109,635
Apr 7, 1999—$109,635
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Bellingham, WA • Whatcom County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
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