Sold158d on market
5829 Vista Drive
Ferndale, WA, 98248 • 98248 • Whatcom County
$520,000
$381/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,364Sqft
0.31 acLot
1963Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Strait Views
Strait
Ferndale
98248
Outdoor Living
Double Pane/Storm Window · Dining Room · Fireplace · Water Heater
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
2-Car Garage
Driveway · Detached Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 158 days ago · 5 views · Top 5% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
158 days on market
Established listing
$381/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 5% 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 1963
Classic mid-century gem on 1/3 acre with Mt. Baker views and a 1,120 sq ft detached garage! This single-level home features 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, beautiful oak floors, a cozy wood fireplace, and a ductless heat pump with mini split for year-round comfort. Huge garden space offers room to grow, while the garage opens up potential for a home-based business, DADU, or hobby space. Conveniently located across from Ferndale High School and walkable to downtown and area schools. A rare find with charm, space, and flexibility!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights cozy wood fireplace, huge garden space, and beautiful oak floors as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,237/month
Principal & Interest$2,544
Property Tax$520
Insurance$173
Down payment20% ($104,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $416,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1963
HeatingFireplace, Baseboard, Ductless, Radiant, Electric, Wood
CoolingDuctless
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot0.31 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
ConditionGood
Year built1963
Stories1
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Baseboard, Ductless, Radiant, Electric, Wood
CoolingDuctless
RoofComposition,Flat
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerPublic, Company: The COF / Sewer Connected, Company: The COF
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Detached Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementNone
Fireplaces1
Lot0.31 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood98248
Annual tax$3,959
Parcel3902195291700000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher(s)
Disposal
Dryer(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)
Garbage Disposal
Water Heater: Electric
Water Heater Location: laundry room closet
Flooring
Hardwood
Vinyl
Vinyl Plank
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Baseboard
Ductless
Radiant
Electric
Wood
Cooling
Ductless
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Double Pane/Storm Window
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
Detached Garage
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Double Pane/Storm Window
Dining Room
Fireplace
Water Heater
Lot Features
Curbs
Paved
Sidewalk
Cable TV
Fenced-Partially
High Speed Internet
Views
Strait
Utilities
Xfinity
Room details
10 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
MainBedroom
MainBedroom
MainBathroom Full
MainBathroom Three Quarter
MainDining Room
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market158
Est. value$527,400
Est. rent$2,465/mo
Tax rate0.70%
Price/sqft$381
On marketNov 8, 2025
PostedSep 3, 2025
Last sold$520,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedNov 30, 2025
Tour days6
Views5
How are the schools in Ferndale?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Ferndale, WA, 98248
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 30, 2025Sold$520,000$381NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 26, 2025Pending Sale$525,000$385NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 3, 2025Listed For Sale$525,000$385NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 7, 2021Sold$436,000$320NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 14, 2021Pending Sale$475,000$348NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 27, 2021Listed For Sale$475,000$348NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$520,000
Oct 30, 2025•$381/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$525,000
Sep 26, 2025•$385/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$525,000
Sep 3, 2025•$385/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$436,000
Oct 7, 2021•$320/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$475,000
Sep 14, 2021•$348/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$475,000
Aug 27, 2021•$348/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$3,959$527,747
Apr 7, 2023$3,637$522,714
Apr 7, 2022$3,658$446,411
Apr 7, 2021$3,303$368,934
Apr 7, 2020$3,327$341,615
Apr 7, 2019$3,327$297,536
Apr 7, 2018$3,221$272,028
Apr 7, 2017$2,477$238,391
Apr 7, 2016$2,889$206,396
Apr 7, 2015$2,170$194,295
Apr 7, 2014$2,170$190,276
Apr 7, 2013$2,176$187,623
Apr 7, 2012—$187,623
Apr 7, 2011——
Apr 7, 2010——
Apr 7, 2009$291$121,165
Apr 7, 2008$301$121,165
Apr 7, 2007$301$202,540
Apr 7, 2005—$121,165
Apr 7, 2004$400$121,165
Apr 7, 2003$398$121,165
Apr 7, 2002$379$121,165
Apr 7, 2001$385$121,165
Apr 7, 2000—$121,165
Apr 7, 1999—$121,165
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Ferndale, WA • Whatcom County
Nearby cities
AcmeBellinghamBlaineCusterDemingFerndaleLyndenMaple Falls
Nearby zip codes
98248
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