SOLD SEP 25, 2026

Listed by William Elmer • John L. Scott Bellingham. Bought with John L. Scott Bellingham.

Sold on sep 2026

$412,000

•

896

sq ft

399 E Smith Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226

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About this home

Bring your vision and your tool belt. Situated on just over 4.6 acres, this property offers an opportunity to create value in a rural setting. The existing 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home is ready for its next chapter and gives the next owner a chance to invest time, effort, and improvements into the property. The property is served by the Smith Road Water Association and includes an additional water share. An older well also remains on site and may offer additional value to the next owner. With room to spread out and possible ADU opportunities subject to county approval, there are a number of paths forward for buyers looking to unlock this property's potential. Enjoy a rural setting with mountain views while still being just minutes from Barkley Village, Bellis Fair, North Bellingham Golf Course, and the P66 soccer fields, offering a convenient location close to everyday amenities and recreation.

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

4.61 acresLot Size

$460Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by William Elmer • John L. Scott Bellingham

Bought with Tanner Knight • John L. Scott Bellingham

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2534614

Redfin Estimate

$437,062

$25K since sold in September 2026$12K since October

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 24.7% lower than the average sale price ($581K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 2, 2026
$435,000
A
2 beds1 bath1,058 sq ft
205 E Smith Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$725,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,758 sq ft
551 E Smith Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD APR 29, 2026
$580,000
C
2 beds1 bath1,065 sq ft
4489 Hannegan Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$540,000
D
2 beds1.5 baths1,482 sq ft
5192 Aldrich Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD MAR 3, 2026
$428,000
E
2 beds1 bath1,787 sq ft
5724 Guide Meridian, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$775,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,576 sq ft
411 E Axton Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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Market trends in 98226, WA

Last updated October 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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Rental estimate

Est. $2,374 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 399 E Smith Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

Sep 25, 2026

Sold

Public Records

$412,312

$460/sq ft

Sep 25, 2026

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2534614

$412,000

$460/sq ft

Aug 30, 2026

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2534614

—

Jul 28, 2026

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2534614

$440,000

$491/sq ft

Jul 1, 2026

Relisted (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2534614

—

Jun 29, 2026

Pending (Pending - Backup Offer Requested)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2534614

—

Jun 6, 2026

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2534614

—

Jun 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2534614

$465,000

$519/sq ft

Oct 20, 2023

Rental Removed

APPFOLIO #1

$1,795

$2/sq ft

Oct 11, 2023

Listed for Rent

APPFOLIO #1

$1,795

$2/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,733 (+6.6%)

$352,347 + $153,469

$505,816

2025

$4,441 (+12.3%)

$352,347 + $153,469

$505,816

2024

$3,953 (+6.0%)

$339,480 + $147,566

$487,046

2023

$3,728 (+9.7%)

$339,480 + $147,566

$487,046

2022

$3,398 (+3.8%)

$301,271 + $126,790

$428,061

2021

$3,275 (+12.9%)

$239,104 + $100,627

$339,731

2020

$2,901 (+22.2%)

$211,594 + $89,049

$300,643

2019

$2,374 (−2.9%)

$167,579 + $70,526

$238,105

2017

$2,444 (+0.7%)

$148,300 + $62,412

$210,712

2016

$2,427 (−0.3%)

$140,885 + $54,811

$195,696

2015

$2,434 (+1.8%)

$134,496 + $52,326

$186,822

2014

$2,391 (+3.7%)

$129,860 + $50,522

$180,382

2013

$2,306 (+10.1%)

$129,860 + $50,522

$180,382

2011

$2,094 (+2.6%)

$129,860 + $50,522

$180,382

2010

$2,041 (−9.1%)

$159,825 + $59,805

$219,630

2009

$2,246

$159,825 + $59,805

$219,630

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4.61 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

896

Year built

1920

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3903313695050000

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
Parking Features: Driveway

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Main: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Bathtubs: 1
# of Showers: 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Kitchen Without Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

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

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: Unfinished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Baseboard
Cooling Information: None

Interior Features
Interior Features: Fireplace
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Construction Materials: Wood
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Energy Source: Electric
Sq. Ft. Finished: 896
Style Code: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Fixer
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Garden Space

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Realist
Site Features: Outbuildings
Lot Features: Value In Land
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 4.61
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,732.65
Tax Year: 2026

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Rehab Loan
Buyer Financing: Other

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Community, Individual Well
Water Company: Smith Rd Water Association
Power Company: Puget Sound
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Water Heater Location: Basement

Location

School Information
High School District: Meridian

Location Information
Directions: From the Guide Meridian, head East on Smith Road.
Topography: Partial Slope,Rolling

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 896
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3903313695050000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Buyer Brokerage Compensation: 2.5
Buyer Brokerage Compensation Type: %
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric

Home Information
Living Area: 896
Calculated Square Footage: 896
MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
Building Area Total: 896
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: One

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Schools

Irene Reither Primary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi

6/10

Meridian Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi

8/10

Meridian High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

6/10

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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

2/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 84° expected this year, 12 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, 9 days in 30 years

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Bellingham, WA • 98226

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Sun exposure

93/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 7% for direct sun exposure in Bellingham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

11.1 hrs

5.6 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$416,000 – $503,000

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