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Listed by Chet Kenoyer • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Off market nov 2016 for $1.2M

$2,146,827

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $8,067/mo

•

3,321

sq ft

2046 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226

About this home

Enjoy the finest in suburban living on 5 sunny secluded acres only minutes from town and close to Lake Whatcom. This exquisite custom home took 3 years to build. Architecturally designed for casual living and artfully constructed with no expense not spent or detail left out. 10,000 sq/ft under roof including 1,600 sq/ft garage with RV Bay and 600 sq/ft outdoor living area. This ones not to be missed!

Single-familyProperty Type

2008Year Built

4.94 acresLot Size

$646Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 car garageParking

Listed by Chet Kenoyer • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Listed by Jess Kenoyer • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Bought with Jess Kenoyer • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #939520

Redfin Estimate

$2,146,827

$917K since sold in November 2016$43K since September

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 85.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.16M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,150,000
A
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C
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D
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E
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Market trends in 98226, WA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.5%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$675K

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

32d

11 days MoM

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160

26 MoM

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Sale history for 2046 Academy Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$18,782

$648,669 + $1,335,465

$1,984,134

2025

$18,792 (+9.0%)

$648,669 + $1,335,465

$1,984,134

2024

$17,234 (+18.9%)

$657,093 + $1,352,808

$2,009,901

2023

$14,490 (+8.9%)

$657,093 + $1,352,808

$2,009,901

2022

$13,308 (+16.1%)

$517,396 + $1,065,203

$1,582,599

2021

$11,461 (+1.9%)

$427,600 + $880,333

$1,307,933

2020

$11,252 (+9.9%)

$270,016 + $783,319

$1,053,335

2019

$10,241 (+12.2%)

$238,867 + $692,958

$931,825

2017

$9,124 (+7.1%)

$220,577 + $639,899

$860,476

2016

$8,523 (+1.1%)

$189,484 + $549,697

$739,181

2015

$8,426 (−2.0%)

$181,986 + $503,909

$685,895

2014

$8,602 (+14.3%)

$182,900 + $507,815

$690,715

2013

$7,523 (+6.8%)

$182,900 + $507,815

$690,715

2011

$7,045 (+8.1%)

$171,926 + $478,518

$650,444

2010

$6,519 (+5.5%)

$182,900 + $488,285

$671,185

2009

$6,178

$158,200 + $480,020

$638,220

Tax history for 2046 Academy Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$18,782

$648,669 + $1,335,465

$1,984,134

2025

$18,792 (+9.0%)

$648,669 + $1,335,465

$1,984,134

2024

$17,234 (+18.9%)

$657,093 + $1,352,808

$2,009,901

2023

$14,490 (+8.9%)

$657,093 + $1,352,808

$2,009,901

2022

$13,308 (+16.1%)

$517,396 + $1,065,203

$1,582,599

2021

$11,461 (+1.9%)

$427,600 + $880,333

$1,307,933

2020

$11,252 (+9.9%)

$270,016 + $783,319

$1,053,335

2019

$10,241 (+12.2%)

$238,867 + $692,958

$931,825

2017

$9,124 (+7.1%)

$220,577 + $639,899

$860,476

2016

$8,523 (+1.1%)

$189,484 + $549,697

$739,181

2015

$8,426 (−2.0%)

$181,986 + $503,909

$685,895

2014

$8,602 (+14.3%)

$182,900 + $507,815

$690,715

2013

$7,523 (+6.8%)

$182,900 + $507,815

$690,715

2011

$7,045 (+8.1%)

$171,926 + $478,518

$650,444

2010

$6,519 (+5.5%)

$182,900 + $488,285

$671,185

2009

$6,178

$158,200 + $480,020

$638,220

*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

4.94 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,321

Year built

2006

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3803234443730000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 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: 4
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 4
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 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 (Main): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Main): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

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

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating

Interior Features
Interior Features: Hot Water Recirc Pump, Concrete, Wall to Wall Carpet, Dining Room, French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Double Oven
Flooring: Concrete, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Double Oven,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator

Exterior

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

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 3,321
Style Code: 10 - 1 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Owner
Site Features: High Speed Internet,Patio,Propane,RV Parking,Shop
Lot Features: Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 4.94
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,524
Tax Year: 2016

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Water Company: Private
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: High Speed Internet, Septic System, Propane, Individual Well
Water Heater Location: Mechanical Room
Water Heater Type: Gas

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

School Information
Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
Middle Or Junior High School: Buyer To Verify
High School: Buyer To Verify
High School District: Bellingham

Location Information
Directions: Go on Northshore Dr, past the Britton Rd. Turn left on Academy Rd, go up the hill 1.1 miles. Driveway is located on the left.

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Community Features: CCRs

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,321
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.94 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2006
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3803234443730000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Friday, May 13, 2016

Green Information
Green Energy Efficient: High Efficiency (Unspecified)
Power Production Type: Propane

Home Information
Living Area: 3,321
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 3321
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 3321
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Builder Name: Hillview Builder
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Silver Beach Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi

7/10

Whatcom Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.6mi

8/10

Squalicum High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi

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

5 days above 84° expected this year, 11 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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Historical weather

Bellingham, WA • 98226

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Sun exposure

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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1.8 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$2.04M – $2.47M

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