OFF MARKET

Listed by Jon Hansen • Hansen Group Real Estate Inc. Bought with COMPASS.

Off Market Dec 2021 for $685K

$844,512

•

2,700

sq ft

1853 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226

About this home

Magical setting in Silver Beach! Nearly 2 acres situated in the coveted Academy neighborhood. Wooded setting with tons of privacy and possibilities. Custom built home with Redwood siding. Lower level rec room with adjoining heated shop space (included in sq. footage). Solid wood cabinetry, hardwood flooring, new carpet, & an updated bathroom. Large master bedroom with windows overlooking the spacious yard. Just a hop, skip, & a jump to the Lake Whatcom boat launch & an extensive trail system.

Single-familyProperty Type

1976Year Built

1.81 acresLot Size

$313Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Jon Hansen • Hansen Group Real Estate Inc

Bought with Derek Buse • COMPASS

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1859618

Redfin Estimate

$844,512

$160K since sold in December 2021$23K since August

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This home's estimate is 29.9% lower than the average sale price ($1.21M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$999,000
A
4 beds3 baths3,509 sq ft
1842 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
SOLD JUN 9, 2026
$2,149,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,320 sq ft
718 Poplar Dr, Bellingham, WA 98226
SOLD DEC 30, 2025
$1,110,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths3,374 sq ft
3401 E 17th Crst, Bellingham, WA 98226
SOLD MAY 7, 2026
$1,187,500
D
3 beds3 baths2,722 sq ft
3717 Toad Lake Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
SOLD NOV 26, 2025
$799,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,112 sq ft
4501 E Oregon St, Bellingham, WA 98226
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$987,500
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,170 sq ft
5025 Silver Beach Ave, Bellingham, WA 98226

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$284,220

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Market trends in 98226, WA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.9%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$650K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

16d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

191

15 MoM

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Sale history for 1853 Academy Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,292

$390,476 + $372,448

$762,924

2025

$7,296 (+7.9%)

$390,476 + $372,448

$762,924

2024

$6,762 (+32.2%)

$395,547 + $385,037

$780,584

2023

$5,113 (+8.8%)

$395,547 + $385,037

$780,584

2022

$4,700 (+3.0%)

$311,454 + $237,848

$549,302

2021

$4,561 (+2.2%)

$257,400 + $196,569

$453,969

2020

$4,463 (+10.3%)

$188,450 + $227,486

$415,936

2019

$4,048 (+12.2%)

$166,711 + $201,244

$367,955

2017

$3,607 (+6.8%)

$153,946 + $185,835

$339,781

2016

$3,377 (−19.7%)

$132,245 + $159,639

$291,884

2015

$4,203 (−2.0%)

$127,012 + $214,356

$341,368

2014

$4,289 (+14.3%)

$127,650 + $216,017

$343,667

2013

$3,752 (+7.1%)

$127,650 + $216,017

$343,667

2011

$3,502 (+7.5%)

$119,991 + $203,555

$323,546

2010

$3,257 (+10.0%)

$127,650 + $207,710

$335,360

2009

$2,961

$118,600 + $186,355

$304,955

Tax history for 1853 Academy Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,292

$390,476 + $372,448

$762,924

2025

$7,296 (+7.9%)

$390,476 + $372,448

$762,924

2024

$6,762 (+32.2%)

$395,547 + $385,037

$780,584

2023

$5,113 (+8.8%)

$395,547 + $385,037

$780,584

2022

$4,700 (+3.0%)

$311,454 + $237,848

$549,302

2021

$4,561 (+2.2%)

$257,400 + $196,569

$453,969

2020

$4,463 (+10.3%)

$188,450 + $227,486

$415,936

2019

$4,048 (+12.2%)

$166,711 + $201,244

$367,955

2017

$3,607 (+6.8%)

$153,946 + $185,835

$339,781

2016

$3,377 (−19.7%)

$132,245 + $159,639

$291,884

2015

$4,203 (−2.0%)

$127,012 + $214,356

$341,368

2014

$4,289 (+14.3%)

$127,650 + $216,017

$343,667

2013

$3,752 (+7.1%)

$127,650 + $216,017

$343,667

2011

$3,502 (+7.5%)

$119,991 + $203,555

$323,546

2010

$3,257 (+10.0%)

$127,650 + $207,710

$335,360

2009

$2,961

$118,600 + $186,355

$304,955

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.81 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,892

Year built

1976

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3803232102500000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.

R5A

Rural District

The purpose of the Rural District is to maintain the low density rural residential character of the areas designated as rural and rural neighborhood on the Comprehensive Plan map and implement the Comprehensive Plan policies that define the rural character in Whatcom County in accordance with RCW 36.70A.070(5). In addition, it is the intent of this district to allow a variety of low intensity uses that are compatible and complementary with the conservation of agricultural, forestry and related uses.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Public service
Recreation
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Beds Upper: 3
Bedrooms Possible: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Upper): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Upper): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Extra Fin Rm
Room Level: Upper

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Upper

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Upper

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Lower

Room 14 Information
Room Type: Rec Room
Room Level: Lower

Room 15 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Basement Information
Basement Features: Partially Finished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
# of Fireplaces Main: 1
# of Fireplaces Lower: 1

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Fireplace, Water Heater
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,StoveRange

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Energy Source: Electric
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,700
Sq. Ft. Unfinished: 952
Style Code: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Garden Space, Wooded

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Realist
Site Features: Deck,Outbuildings
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Paved, Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 1.81
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,561
Tax Year: 2021

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Septic System, Electric
Water Heater Location: Garage
Water Heater Type: Water Heater Tank

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
Elementary School: Silver Beach Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Whatcom Mid
High School: Squalicum High
High School District: Bellingham

Location Information
Bus Line Nearby: false
Directions: South on Northshore Rd, Left onto Academy Rd, House on the Right
Topography: Level,PartialSlope

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,892
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.81 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3803232102500000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
Offers Review Date: Wednesday, November 3, 2021
On Market Date: Friday, October 29, 2021

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric

Home Information
Living Area: 2,700
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2700
MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
Building Area Total: 2700
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Silver Beach Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi

7/10

Whatcom Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi

8/10

Squalicum High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 84° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

10 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years

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Bellingham, WA • 98226

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In this area, properties receive around 7.5 hours in June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$803,000 – $972,000

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Home values near 1853 Academy Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1869 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1392 Sq. Ft.	$717,957
1791 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3876 Sq. Ft.	$1,188,207

Address	Redfin Estimate
1921 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4723 Sq. Ft.	$1,534,433
1880 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1876 Sq. Ft.	$996,543

Address	Redfin Estimate
1842 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3509 Sq. Ft.	$1,125,392
1876 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2459 Sq. Ft.	$1,001,924

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