Sold487d on marketHistoric · 90 yrs
248 W Wiser Lake Road
Ferndale, WA, 98248 • 98248 • Whatcom County
$789,000
$263/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
3,000Sqft
1 acLot
1936Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Lake · Territorial
Character Home
Built 1936 · 90 years of history
Ferndale
98248
Outdoor Living
Ceiling Fan(s) · Ceramic Tile · Double Pane/Storm Window · Dining Room · Fireplace · French Doors · Hardwood · Laminate · Walk-In Pantry · Wall to Wall Carpet · Water Heater · Wired for Generator
2 Fireplaces
Wood Burning · Lower Level: 1 · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
Ceramic Tile & Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
2 views
People checking out this listing
487 days on market
Established listing
$263/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1936 · Historic
Welcome to this charming updated 1930's farmhouse, nestled on just over an acre w/ stunning views of Mt. Baker & Wiser Lake. A gardener's paradise awaits, featuring fruit trees, raised beds, fire pit, horseshoe pit & mature landscaping. Exterior fully updated w/ new 50 yr architectural roof, Hardi siding & windows. Gorgeous original hardwood floors, custom concrete countertops & stainless appliances in the kitchen. Finished basement offers versatility including 2nd living room, flex space & an unfinished room that could be a 4th bedroom, plus ample storage, fresh paint & new LVP flooring throughout. The 26x40 shop is a dream w/ untapped potential upstairs, room for your toys/RV/boat, plus a new roof in 2019 and wood shed. Meridian schools!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights fruit trees, mature landscaping, and finished basement as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$4,883/month
Principal & Interest$3,831
Property Tax$789
Insurance$263
Down payment20% ($157,800)
3%50%
Est. 6.12% rate · 30yr fixed · $631,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1936
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Wood
CoolingNone
Parking2 Carport spaces
Lot1.04 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1936
Stories1
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Wood
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionCement Planked
Water / SewerCommunity, Company: Pole Road Water Association / Septic Tank
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDetached Carport, Driveway, Off Street, RV Parking
BasementFinished
Fireplaces2
Lot1.04 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood98248
Annual tax$5,245
Parcel4002363360300000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher(s)
Double Oven
Dryer(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)
Water Heater: Gas
Water Heater Location: Mechanical Room Downstairs
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Hardwood
Laminate
Vinyl Plank
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Wood
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Lower Level: 1
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Double Pane/Storm Window
Exterior Features
Parking
Detached Carport
Driveway
Off Street
RV Parking
Construction
Cement Planked
Patio & Porch
Ceiling Fan(s)
Ceramic Tile
Double Pane/Storm Window
Dining Room
Fireplace
French Doors
Hardwood
Laminate
Walk-In Pantry
Wall to Wall Carpet
Water Heater
Wired for Generator
Lot Features
Paved
Cable TV
Deck
High Speed Internet
Outbuildings
Patio
RV Parking
Shop
Views
Lake
Territorial
Utilities
Xfinity
Xfinity
Other Equipment
Wired for Generator
Room details
14 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
MainBedroom
MainBedroom
LowerBathroom Full
MainBathroom Three Quarter
MainOther
LowerListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market487
Est. value$811,800
Est. rent$3,138/mo
Tax rate0.70%
Price/sqft$263
On marketAug 31, 2024
PostedJul 17, 2024
Last sold$789,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedJan 6, 2025
Tour days6
Views2
How are the schools in Ferndale?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Ferndale, WA, 98248
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Dec 6, 2024Sold$789,000$263NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 22, 2024Pending Sale$799,000$266NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 6, 2024Price Change$799,000$266NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 17, 2024Price Change$820,000$273NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 17, 2024Listed For Sale$849,000$283NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$789,000
Dec 6, 2024•$263/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$799,000
Nov 22, 2024•$266/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$799,000
Nov 6, 2024•$266/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$820,000
Sep 17, 2024•$273/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$849,000
Jul 17, 2024•$283/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2024$5,985$677,206
Apr 8, 2023$5,245$671,742
Apr 8, 2022$5,057$572,731
Apr 8, 2021$4,563$454,548
Apr 8, 2020$4,416$402,251
Apr 8, 2019$4,416$354,408
Apr 8, 2018$3,877$318,575
Apr 8, 2017$3,187$281,925
Apr 8, 2016$3,709$260,854
Apr 8, 2015$3,157$252,861
Apr 8, 2014$3,157$230,797
Apr 8, 2013$2,972$225,250
Apr 8, 2012—$234,938
Apr 8, 2011—$242,204
Apr 8, 2010—$251,563
Apr 8, 2009$2,829$274,990
Apr 8, 2008$2,817$274,990
Apr 8, 2007$2,817$274,990
Apr 8, 2005$394$145,640
Apr 8, 2004$394$145,640
Apr 8, 2003$874$144,470
Apr 8, 2002$2,082$144,470
Apr 8, 2001$2,091$144,470
Apr 8, 2000—$144,470
Apr 8, 1999—$144,470
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Ferndale, WA • Whatcom County
Nearby cities
AcmeBellinghamBlaineCusterDemingFerndaleLyndenMaple Falls
Nearby zip codes
98264
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