OFF MARKET

Listed by Brandon Nelson • Brandon Nelson Partners. Bought with Pair-a-Dime Inc.

Off Market Apr 2018 for $539K

$924,697

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,368/mo

•

2,274

sq ft

1896 Governor Rd, Bellingham, WA 98229

About this home

Imagine yourself living in this gorgeous home on an immaculately landscaped .98-acre lot! Wake up in the expansive master suite and enjoy the privacy provided by the beautiful trees bordering the lot. Kitchen opens into spacious living room perfect for entertaining and provides direct access to a charming patio complete w/ fish pond. 4 bedrooms provides space for guests or an office. Attached garage & wide driveway allow ample parking. Fenced yard for pets and gardeners alike!

Single-familyProperty Type

2003Year Built

0.98 acresLot Size

$407Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Brandon Nelson • Brandon Nelson Partners

Listed by Jacson Bevens • Brandon Nelson Partners

Bought with Joseph Hoppis • Pair-a-Dime Inc

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1269518

Redfin Estimate

$924,697

$385K since sold in April 2018$12K since July

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Market trends in 98229, WA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.8%

0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$731K

$22K MoM

Avg. days on market

2 days MoM

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31 MoM

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Sale history for 1896 Governor Rd

Date

Event

Price

Apr 20, 2018

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1269518

$539,900

$237/sq ft

Apr 13, 2018

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1269518

—

Apr 6, 2018

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1269518

—

Apr 5, 2018

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1269518

$539,900

$237/sq ft

Apr 2, 2007

Sold (MLS)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #27017496

$465,000

$204/sq ft

Jan 30, 2007

Listed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #27017496

$459,000

$202/sq ft

Jan 20, 2004

Sold

Public Records

$335,000

$147/sq ft

Mar 19, 2003

Sold

Public Records

$103,000

$45/sq ft

May 4, 1987

Sold

Public Records

$23,000

$10/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,291 (+1.3%)

$288,000 + $575,431

$863,431

2025

$8,182 (+3.2%)

$288,000 + $575,431

$863,431

2024

$7,931 (+4.4%)

$367,458 + $574,489

$941,947

2023

$7,596 (+11.4%)

$367,458 + $574,489

$941,947

2022

$6,816 (+12.2%)

$312,732 + $488,929

$801,661

2021

$6,076 (+2.2%)

$252,210 + $394,308

$646,518

2020

$5,948 (+5.0%)

$221,235 + $345,882

$567,117

2019

$5,667 (+8.6%)

$183,365 + $331,337

$514,702

2017

$5,217 (+10.4%)

$162,760 + $294,111

$456,871

2016

$4,726 (+1.9%)

$149,760 + $270,989

$420,749

2015

$4,640 (+3.9%)

$135,200 + $244,861

$380,061

2014

$4,467 (+6.2%)

$130,000 + $231,219

$361,219

2013

$4,205 (+6.6%)

$130,000 + $231,219

$361,219

2011

$3,944 (+6.2%)

$123,200 + $235,435

$358,635

2010

$3,715 (+9.1%)

$140,000 + $240,240

$380,240

2009

$3,407

$140,000 + $240,240

$380,240

Tax history for 1896 Governor Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,291 (+1.3%)

$288,000 + $575,431

$863,431

2025

$8,182 (+3.2%)

$288,000 + $575,431

$863,431

2024

$7,931 (+4.4%)

$367,458 + $574,489

$941,947

2023

$7,596 (+11.4%)

$367,458 + $574,489

$941,947

2022

$6,816 (+12.2%)

$312,732 + $488,929

$801,661

2021

$6,076 (+2.2%)

$252,210 + $394,308

$646,518

2020

$5,948 (+5.0%)

$221,235 + $345,882

$567,117

2019

$5,667 (+8.6%)

$183,365 + $331,337

$514,702

2017

$5,217 (+10.4%)

$162,760 + $294,111

$456,871

2016

$4,726 (+1.9%)

$149,760 + $270,989

$420,749

2015

$4,640 (+3.9%)

$135,200 + $244,861

$380,061

2014

$4,467 (+6.2%)

$130,000 + $231,219

$361,219

2013

$4,205 (+6.6%)

$130,000 + $231,219

$361,219

2011

$3,944 (+6.2%)

$123,200 + $235,435

$358,635

2010

$3,715 (+9.1%)

$140,000 + $240,240

$380,240

2009

$3,407

$140,000 + $240,240

$380,240

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.98 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,274

Year built

2003

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3703084642610000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.

R10A

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: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Beds Upper: 3
# of Beds Lower: 1
Bedrooms Possible: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Upper): 2
# of Three Quarter Baths (Lower): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Lower

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Lower

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Lower

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Upper

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Rec Room
Room Level: Lower

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Upper

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Upper

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Upper

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Upper

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Jetted Tub, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Construction Methods: Standard Frame
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Cement Planked

Property Information
Energy Source: Natural Gas
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,274
Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Garden Space, Wooded

Lot Information
Lot Number: 1
MLS Lot Size Source: Realist
Site Features: Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,RV Parking
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.98
Lot Size Dimensions: 114'x315'x142'x265'x53'
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,217
Tax Year: 2017

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional
Buyer Financing: Cash

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: City of Bellingham
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Septic System, Natural Gas Connected
Water Heater Location: Garage
Water Heater Type: Gas

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Wade King Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Fairhaven Mid
High School: Sehome High
High School District: Bellingham

Location Information
Bus Line Nearby: true
Bus Route Number: 533
Directions: Samish Way South, turn left on Governor (just past Lake Padden swimming area) up hill about 1/2 block, on right.
Topography: PartialSlope

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,274
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.98 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3703084642610000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Thursday, April 5, 2018

Green Information
Power Production Type: Natural Gas

Home Information
Living Area: 2,274
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2274
MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
Building Area Total: 2274
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Building Name: Pulver Short Plat
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Upper

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Transit

Wade King Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

7/10

Fairhaven Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi

8/10

Sehome High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

9/10

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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

7 days above 83° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

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

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$879,000 – $1.06M

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Home values near 1896 Governor Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1874 Governor Road, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2395 Sq. Ft.	$923,563
1856 Governor Road, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1752 Sq. Ft.	$688,679

Address	Redfin Estimate
1894 Governor Road, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2796 Sq. Ft.	$865,171
1904 Governor Road, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$454,800

Address	Redfin Estimate
1872 Governor Road, Bellingham, WA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3752 Sq. Ft.	$1,503,857
1930 Governor Road, Bellingham, WA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2700 Sq. Ft.	$873,160

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