Listed by Josh Shiflett • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. Bought with RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Off market mar 2011 for $250K

$606,555

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,048/mo

•

2,105

sq ft

3 Catkin Ct, Bellingham, WA 98229

About this home

Private, level NW contemporary on cul-de-sac, Sudden Valley Gate 5 near Lk. Whatcom built 2005. Superbly maintained with compelling features including bamboo floors in living room with fireplace and a pleasant kitchen area with eating bar and undercabinet lighting. Wide stairs lead to common area. Extensive use of tile throughout. Large Trex deck in back overlooks greenbelt and creek. Spacious 2- car garage. Lower level could be built out as daylight basement. Hardie plank cement siding.

Single-familyProperty Type

2005Year Built

4,996 sq ftLot Size

$288Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Josh Shiflett • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Listed by Dave Hiller • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Bought with Greg Paul • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #144261

Redfin Estimate

$606,555

$357K since sold in March 2011$10K since September

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This home's estimate is 0.5% lower than the average sale price ($610K) of 6 comparable homes.

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Market trends in 98229, WA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.9%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$718K

$38K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

6 days MoM

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119

25 MoM

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Sale history for 3 Catkin Ct

Date

Event

Price

Mar 28, 2011

Sold

Public Records

$250,000

$119/sq ft

Mar 29, 2011

Delisted

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #144261

—

Mar 28, 2011

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #144261

$250,000

$119/sq ft

Feb 15, 2011

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #144261

—

Jan 10, 2011

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #144261

$260,000

$124/sq ft

Oct 18, 2010

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #144261

$270,000

$128/sq ft

Aug 6, 2009

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #28168453

$269,900

$128/sq ft

Jul 18, 2009

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #28168453

—

Jul 6, 2009

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #28168453

—

Jul 5, 2009

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #28168453

—

Jun 24, 2009

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #28168453

$269,900

$128/sq ft

May 27, 2009

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #28168453

$279,900

$133/sq ft

Mar 5, 2009

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #28168453

$289,900

$138/sq ft

Oct 6, 2008

Listed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #28168453

$299,900

$142/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,230 (+8.6%)

$136,944 + $392,403

$529,347

2025

$4,818 (+6.0%)

$136,944 + $392,403

$529,347

2024

$4,544 (+3.0%)

$135,744 + $388,964

$524,708

2023

$4,412 (+22.0%)

$135,744 + $388,964

$524,708

2022

$3,617 (+4.3%)

$117,024 + $335,323

$452,347

2021

$3,468 (−5.9%)

$84,800 + $242,988

$327,788

2020

$3,686 (+9.0%)

$80,000 + $229,234

$309,234

2019

$3,380 (+18.0%)

$64,800 + $241,614

$306,414

2017

$2,864 (+11.7%)

$55,350 + $206,507

$261,857

2016

$2,565 (−0.2%)

$48,600 + $181,783

$230,383

2015

$2,569 (+5.0%)

$45,000 + $164,823

$209,823

2014

$2,446 (+3.6%)

$42,600 + $154,623

$197,223

2013

$2,361 (+0.6%)

$42,600 + $154,623

$197,223

2011

$2,349 (+1.6%)

$48,600 + $158,991

$207,591

2010

$2,311 (+3.8%)

$60,000 + $174,715

$234,715

2009

$2,227

$60,000 + $174,715

$234,715

Tax history for 3 Catkin Ct

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,230 (+8.6%)

$136,944 + $392,403

$529,347

2025

$4,818 (+6.0%)

$136,944 + $392,403

$529,347

2024

$4,544 (+3.0%)

$135,744 + $388,964

$524,708

2023

$4,412 (+22.0%)

$135,744 + $388,964

$524,708

2022

$3,617 (+4.3%)

$117,024 + $335,323

$452,347

2021

$3,468 (−5.9%)

$84,800 + $242,988

$327,788

2020

$3,686 (+9.0%)

$80,000 + $229,234

$309,234

2019

$3,380 (+18.0%)

$64,800 + $241,614

$306,414

2017

$2,864 (+11.7%)

$55,350 + $206,507

$261,857

2016

$2,565 (−0.2%)

$48,600 + $181,783

$230,383

2015

$2,569 (+5.0%)

$45,000 + $164,823

$209,823

2014

$2,446 (+3.6%)

$42,600 + $154,623

$197,223

2013

$2,361 (+0.6%)

$42,600 + $154,623

$197,223

2011

$2,349 (+1.6%)

$48,600 + $158,991

$207,591

2010

$2,311 (+3.8%)

$60,000 + $174,715

$234,715

2009

$2,227

$60,000 + $174,715

$234,715

*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

4,996 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,105

Year built

2005

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3704080990370000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.

RR3

Rural Residential District

The purpose of the Residential Rural District is to maintain the low density rural residential character of the areas designated as rural neighborhoods or rural communities 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 provide the opportunity for the development of building sites which maximize the efficient use of both energy and land by allowing an option for clustering of residential lots.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Recreation
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

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

Interior

Virtual Tour

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

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

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Upper

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Upper

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Upper

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

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

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

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Ceramic Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Bamboo/Cork, Jetted Tub, Walk-in Closet(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Range/Oven

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Cement/Concrete, Stone, Wood

Pool Information
Pool Type: Community
Pool Features: Community

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,105
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: 9
Site Features: Cable TV,Deck,High Speed Internet,Propane
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Open Space, Paved, Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.1147
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,311
Tax Year: 2010

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: Lake Whatcom & Sewer
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Sewer Connected
Sewer Company: Lake Whatcom & Sewer
Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Sewer Connected, Electric, Propane
Water Heater Location: Garage
Water Heater Type: Gas

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

HOA Information
Association Fee: $59
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

School Information
Elementary School: Geneva Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Kulshan Mid
High School: Bellingham High
High School District: Bellingham

Location Information
Bus Line Nearby: true
Directions: I-5 B'ham Exit 253 (Lakeway) go East on Lakeway, becomes Cable St. R on Austin St. becomes Lake Louise Rd. R at Gate 5/Tumbling Water Dr. L on Louise View Dr. becomes Wisteria Lane, L on Catkin Ct.
Topography: Level,PartialSlope,Sloped

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Community Features: Boat Launch, CCRs, Club House, Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach, Golf

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,105
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,996 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3704080990370000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Monday, October 18, 2010

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

Home Information
Living Area: 2,105
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2105
MLS Square Footage Source: MetroScan
Building Area Total: 2105
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Building Name: Sudden Valley Gate 5
Builder Name: Evergreen Concessions
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Geneva Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.5mi

6/10

Kulshan Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi

9/10

Bellingham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.5mi

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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 84° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

7/10 Air Factor

11 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Bellingham, WA • 98229

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

78/ 100

Good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Bellingham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

10.5 hrs

1.4 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$577,000 – $698,000

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