For SaleHistoric · 90 yrs
2138 Dellesta Drive
Bellingham, WA, 98226 • 98226 • Whatcom County
$2,800,000
$874/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
3Baths
3,204Sqft
0.69 acLot
1936Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Bulkhead, Lake, No Bank
Lake Views
Lake
2 Stories w/Bsmnt Style
Built 1936 · 90 years of history
Bellingham
98226
Outdoor Living
Bath Off Primary · Ceiling Fan(s) · Dining Room · Fireplace · Hot Tub/Spa · Skylight(s) · Vaulted Ceiling(s) · Walk-In Closet(s) · Water Heater
1 Fireplace
Gas · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
Garage
Detached Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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$874/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1936 · Historic
Enjoy 200 feet of no bank waterfront with ideal southwest exposure in desirable Dellesta Park, located off Northshore Road. This is an opportunity to own one of the largest and most spectacular properties on Lake Whatcom. The home exudes timeless elegance, complemented by mature landscaping that enhances both beauty and seclusion. Move in as-is, remodel to your desire, or rebuild completely—this amazing lot alone will sell itself. A quaint building adjacent to the water's edge, a feature that's impossible to permit today, adds exceptional value and convenience, Set on a peaceful non through private lane, Dellesta Park provides a serene and private lifestyle. This is truly an exceptional property!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights timeless elegance and ideal southwest exposure as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$17,473/month
Principal & Interest$13,702
Property Tax$2,800
Insurance$933
HOA$38
Down payment20% ($560,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.19% rate · 30yr fixed · $2,240,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1936
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
Parking2 Garage spaces
HOA$450 annually
Lot0.69 Acres
Days on Zillow0
Price/sqft$874
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Style2 Stories w/Bsmnt
Year built1936
Stories2
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerLake, Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer / Sewer Connected, Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDetached Garage
Fireplaces1
Lot0.69 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood98226
Annual tax$22,632
Parcel3803264600980000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
HOA$38/mo
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Bath Off Primary
Ceiling Fan(s)
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher
Disposal
Refrigerator
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Dishwasher(s)
Garbage Disposal
Refrigerator(s)
Water Heater: Electric
Flooring
Hardwood
Vinyl
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Gas
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Skylight(s)
Exterior Features
Parking
Detached Garage
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Bath Off Primary
Ceiling Fan(s)
Dining Room
Fireplace
Hot Tub/Spa
Skylight(s)
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Water Heater
Lot Features
Dead End Street
Paved
Secluded
Boat House
Cable TV
Deck
Dock
Gas Available
High Speed Internet
Hot Tub/Spa
Moorage
Sprinkler System
Community
Boat Launch
CCRs
Park
Views
Lake
Utilities
Xfinity
Xfinity
Room details
12 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
MainBedroom
SecondBedroom
SecondBathroom Full
MainBathroom Three Quarter
SecondBathroom Three Quarter
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Est. value$2,657,700
Est. rent$3,397/mo
Tax rate0.70%
Price/sqft$874
On marketApr 5, 2026
PostedApr 6, 2026
Last sold$1,725,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedApr 7, 2026
Tour days9
Views480
Favorites28
How are the schools in Bellingham?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Bellingham, WA, 98226
Price history
17 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 6, 2026Listed For Sale$2,800,000$874NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 13, 2025Listing Removed$4,700$1Zillow Rentals
Apr 8, 2025Listed For Rent$4,700$1Zillow Rentals
Mar 12, 2025Listing Removed$4,700$1Zillow Rentals
Mar 10, 2025Listed For Rent$4,700$1Zillow Rentals
Sep 13, 2023Listing Removed——Zillow Rentals
Sep 11, 2023Price Change$4,700$1Zillow Rentals
Sep 2, 2023Listed For Rent$4,900$2Zillow Rentals
Sep 7, 2021Listing Removed——Zillow Rental Manager
Sep 2, 2021Listed For Rent$4,500$1Zillow Rental Manager
Feb 24, 2021Listing Removed——Owner
Sep 25, 2020Listing Removed$3,900$1Owner
Aug 23, 2020Listed For Rent$3,900$1Owner
Aug 17, 2020Sold$1,725,000$538NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 3, 2020Pending Sale$1,850,000$577Compass Washington
Jul 16, 2020Price Change$1,850,000$577Compass Washington
Jun 9, 2020Listed For Sale$2,100,000$655Compass Washington
Listed For Sale$2,800,000
Apr 6, 2026•$874/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$4,700
Apr 13, 2025•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent$4,700
Apr 8, 2025•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listing Removed$4,700
Mar 12, 2025•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent$4,700
Mar 10, 2025•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listing Removed—
Sep 13, 2023•Zillow Rentals
Price Change$4,700
Sep 11, 2023•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent$4,900
Sep 2, 2023•$2/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listing Removed—
Sep 7, 2021•Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent$4,500
Sep 2, 2021•$1/sqft•Zillow Rental Manager
Listing Removed—
Feb 24, 2021•Owner
Listing Removed$3,900
Sep 25, 2020•$1/sqft•Owner
Listed For Rent$3,900
Aug 23, 2020•$1/sqft•Owner
Sold$1,725,000
Aug 17, 2020•$538/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,850,000
Aug 3, 2020•$577/sqft•Compass Washington
Price Change$1,850,000
Jul 16, 2020•$577/sqft•Compass Washington
Listed For Sale$2,100,000
Jun 9, 2020•$655/sqft•Compass Washington
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$22,633$2,502,947
Apr 7, 2023$22,136$2,613,032
Apr 7, 2022$19,174$2,124,415
Apr 7, 2021$17,613$1,755,715
Apr 7, 2020$19,002$1,782,866
Apr 7, 2019$19,002$1,667,007
Apr 7, 2018$18,484$1,497,180
Apr 7, 2017$16,413$1,324,923
Apr 7, 2016$17,018$1,201,707
Apr 7, 2015$13,513$1,132,186
Apr 7, 2014$13,513$1,151,638
Apr 7, 2013$14,134$1,094,828
Apr 7, 2012—$1,094,828
Apr 7, 2011—$1,094,828
Apr 7, 2010—$1,094,828
Apr 7, 2009$10,504$1,095,610
Apr 7, 2008$11,195$1,086,365
Apr 7, 2007$11,195$1,086,365
Apr 7, 2005$6,998$1,086,365
Apr 7, 2004$6,998$534,740
Apr 7, 2003$7,254$534,740
Apr 7, 2002$7,118$534,740
Apr 7, 2001$7,108$534,740
Apr 7, 2000—$510,200
Apr 7, 1999—$510,200
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