Listed by Carrie Vike-Hilleary • Coldwell Banker Bain. Bought with Bellwether Real Estate.
Off market jul 2015 for $399K
$1,213,068
2
bd
•
1 ba
•
882
sq ft
2696 Northshore Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
About this home
Abundance of charm and tranquility in this 2 bedroom cottage on 5 peaceful acres with expansive Lake Whatcom and surrounding foothill views. Enjoy 50' of pristine Lake Whatcom waterfront-- shared by only the neighbor next door! The gently sloped 5 acres is suitable for animals and gardening, and boasts open fields, forest, fruit trees and privacy! Build a big house if you want to! In the meantime, dip your toes off your own dock! Excellent school district, trails , and restaurant nearby!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
5.37 acresLot Size
$1,375Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Carrie Vike-Hilleary• Coldwell Banker Bain
Bought with Christopher Erdmann• Bellwether Real Estate
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,175
Year built
2023
Style
Other
County
Whatcom County
APN
3804302481700000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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.
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture, Wooded
Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Deck,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,Propane,RV Parking
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Open Space, Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 5.3696
Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,672
Tax Year: 2013
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well, Shared Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: High Speed Internet, Septic System, Electric, Propane, Individual Well
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
Directions: I-5 to Sunset exit. Head east to right on Britton Road. Left on Northshore, follow to approx 1/2 mile past The Fork Restaurant, property on your left. Shared driveway, home on right.
Topography: Level,PartialSlope
Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,175
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.26 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 2023
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3804302481700000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Sunday, April 26, 2015
Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane
Home Information
Living Area: 882
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 882
MLS Square Footage Source: appraisal
Building Area Total: 882
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Slab
Year Built Effective: 2009
Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Silver Beach Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.5mi
7/10
Whatcom Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.2mi
8/10
Squalicum High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 84° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bellingham, WA • 98226
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Sun exposure
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Estimated sale price
$1.15M – $1.40M
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