OFF MARKET

Listed by Jon Hansen • Lakeway Realty, Inc. Bought with Bellwether Real Estate.

Off Market Sep 2019 for $640K

$1,253,736

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,120/mo

•

2,060

sq ft

1977 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226

About this home

Stunning Silver Beach Acreage! Drop dead gorgeous NW style home in an unparalleled setting above Lake Whatcom! Breathtaking property on Academy Hill. Hand-crafted with high-end finishes and a new luxury kitchen. Wide open grassy areas surrounded by tall cedars. Pickle ball court, hot tub, patios & wildlife add to the dynamic lifestyle this home offers. Cathedral ceilings and large windows truly bring the natural setting right into your living room. This is a rare offering on 4.7+ acres!

Single-familyProperty Type

1985Year Built

4.78 acresLot Size

$609Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Jon Hansen • Lakeway Realty, Inc.

Bought with Miranda Ferris • Bellwether Real Estate

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1503300

Redfin Estimate

$1,253,736

$614K since sold in September 2019$55K since August

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This home's estimate is 18.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.06M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD DEC 30, 2025
$1,110,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths3,374 sq ft
3401 E 17th Crst, Bellingham, WA 98226
SOLD MAY 7, 2026
$1,187,500
B
3 beds3 baths2,722 sq ft
3717 Toad Lake Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$987,500
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,170 sq ft
5025 Silver Beach Ave, Bellingham, WA 98226
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$999,000
D
4 beds3 baths3,509 sq ft
1842 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
SOLD JUN 8, 2026
$1,275,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths3,033 sq ft
3454 Noah's Way, Bellingham, WA 98226
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$772,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,310 sq ft
1636 Amy Ct, Bellingham, WA 98226

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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 1977 Academy Rd

Date

Event

Price

Sep 25, 2019

Sold

Public Records

$625,000

$303/sq ft

Sep 25, 2019

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1503300

$640,000

$311/sq ft

Aug 13, 2019

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1503300

—

Aug 9, 2019

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1503300

$625,000

$303/sq ft

Aug 17, 2015

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #807912

$525,000

$255/sq ft

Jul 14, 2015

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #807912

—

Jul 2, 2015

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #807912

—

Jun 28, 2015

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #807912

$525,000

$255/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$10,979 (+12.9%)

$456,617 + $904,595

$1,361,212

2025

$9,723 (+8.8%)

$456,617 + $904,595

$1,361,212

2024

$8,934 (+17.8%)

$462,547 + $556,365

$1,018,912

2023

$7,581 (+9.0%)

$462,547 + $556,365

$1,018,912

2022

$6,953

$364,210 + $442,030

$806,240

2021

$6,947 (+2.7%)

$300,600 + $365,314

$665,914

2020

$6,763 (+10.8%)

$250,971 + $375,126

$626,097

2019

$6,102 (+12.2%)

$222,020 + $331,853

$553,873

2017

$5,438 (+6.8%)

$205,020 + $306,443

$511,463

2016

$5,092 (+5.8%)

$176,120 + $263,247

$439,367

2015

$4,815 (−10.2%)

$163,250 + $226,543

$389,793

2014

$5,363 (+14.3%)

$196,200 + $232,449

$428,649

2013

$4,692 (+7.0%)

$196,200 + $232,449

$428,649

2011

$4,384 (+7.1%)

$184,428 + $219,039

$403,467

2010

$4,094 (+20.6%)

$196,200 + $223,510

$419,710

2009

$3,396

$149,400 + $200,555

$349,955

Tax history for 1977 Academy Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$10,979 (+12.9%)

$456,617 + $904,595

$1,361,212

2025

$9,723 (+8.8%)

$456,617 + $904,595

$1,361,212

2024

$8,934 (+17.8%)

$462,547 + $556,365

$1,018,912

2023

$7,581 (+9.0%)

$462,547 + $556,365

$1,018,912

2022

$6,953

$364,210 + $442,030

$806,240

2021

$6,947 (+2.7%)

$300,600 + $365,314

$665,914

2020

$6,763 (+10.8%)

$250,971 + $375,126

$626,097

2019

$6,102 (+12.2%)

$222,020 + $331,853

$553,873

2017

$5,438 (+6.8%)

$205,020 + $306,443

$511,463

2016

$5,092 (+5.8%)

$176,120 + $263,247

$439,367

2015

$4,815 (−10.2%)

$163,250 + $226,543

$389,793

2014

$5,363 (+14.3%)

$196,200 + $232,449

$428,649

2013

$4,692 (+7.0%)

$196,200 + $232,449

$428,649

2011

$4,384 (+7.1%)

$184,428 + $219,039

$403,467

2010

$4,094 (+20.6%)

$196,200 + $223,510

$419,710

2009

$3,396

$149,400 + $200,555

$349,955

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

208,217

Year renovated

2020

Sq. Ft.

2,060

Year built

1985

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3803233822340000

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Views

Last updated by owner on Nov 10, 2023.

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

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Beds Upper: 2
# of Bedrooms Main: 1
Bedrooms Possible: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 2
# of Half Baths (Upper): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

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

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

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

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Upper

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Fireplace
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Range/Oven,Refrigerator

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Construction Materials: Log, Wood
Roof: Metal

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Log, Wood

Pool Information
Has Spa

Property Information
Energy Source: Propane,Wood
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,060
Style Code: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Garden Space, Wooded

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Deck,Hot Tub/Spa,Outbuildings,Propane,RV Parking
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 4.78
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,587
Tax Year: 2019

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, State Bond, USDA Loan
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Septic System, Propane, Wood, Individual Well

Location

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

Location Information
Directions: Northshore Dr. past Britton Rd. Left on Academy Rd.
Topography: PartialSlope

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,060
Stories: 1.5
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 4.78 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 2020
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3803233822340000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views

Home facts updated by owner on Nov 10, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Buyer Brokerage Compensation: 3%
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Friday, August 9, 2019

Green Information
Power Production Type: Propane, Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 2,060
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2060
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 2060
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two

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Schools

Silver Beach Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi

7/10

Whatcom Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi

8/10

Squalicum High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi

8/10

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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

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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$1.19M – $1.44M

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Home values near 1977 Academy Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2068 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4472 Sq. Ft.	$1,294,277
1975 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2704 Sq. Ft.	$1,149,359

Address	Redfin Estimate
1990 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3007 Sq. Ft.	$1,267,141
1948 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2051 Sq. Ft.	$1,272,422

Address	Redfin Estimate
1921 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4723 Sq. Ft.	$1,534,433
1979 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3010 Sq. Ft.	$973,543

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