OFF MARKET

Listed by Kari Davis • eXp Realty. Bought with John L. Scott Bellingham.

Off market may 2025 for $985K

$893,648

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,017/mo

•

2,312

sq ft

4186 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 98226

About this home

This is the one you have been waiting for! An enchanting, updated 1926 home, shop, and heated artist studio on 1.23 fully fenced acres, just 15 min from downtown Bellingham! It's the perfect combination of easy country living while being close to town. The property has a gated entrance, man made pond, gardens, fruit trees, mature trees and countless plants that will leave you in awe. The heated shop is outfitted with multiple 220 outlets for all of your creative needs. Inside the beautiful home you will find custom woodworking, old growth floors and trim, with character around every corner, WAY too much to list! This is truly a one of a kind property, a must see! Basement has a brand new drainage system and is fully dry!

Single-familyProperty Type

1926Year Built

1.23 acresLot Size

$387Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Kari Davis • eXp Realty

Bought with Holly Tremaine-Swanson • John L. Scott Bellingham

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2333008

Redfin Estimate

$893,648

$91K since sold in May 2025$8,000 since October

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 6.2% lower than the average sale price ($953K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$660,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,808 sq ft
3138 Alderwood, Bellingham, WA 98229
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SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$620,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,773 sq ft
3016 Cottonwood Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225
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SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$690,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,016 sq ft
4558 Curtis Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD JUL 14, 2026
$2,290,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,573 sq ft
1359 Olympic Way, Bellingham, WA 98225
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SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$759,000
E
2 beds2 baths2,400 sq ft
3275 Bennett Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225
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SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$700,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,514 sq ft
5405 Bel West Dr, 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

98.3%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$657K

$18K MoM

Avg. days on market

33d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

148

9 MoM

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Sale history for 4186 Rural Ave

Date

Event

Price

May 14, 2025

Sold

Public Records

$985,280

$426/sq ft

May 14, 2025

Delisted

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2333008

—

May 14, 2025

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2333008

$985,000

$426/sq ft

Apr 22, 2025

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2333008

—

Apr 16, 2025

Relisted (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2333008

—

Feb 18, 2025

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2333008

$995,000

$430/sq ft

Sep 30, 1997

Sold

Public Records

$129,500

$56/sq ft

Nov 30, 1984

Sold

Public Records

$46,500

$20/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,885 (+0.3%)

$197,969 + $387,640

$585,609

2025

$5,869 (+13.8%)

$197,969 + $387,640

$585,609

2024

$5,158 (+12.5%)

$200,539 + $392,662

$593,201

2023

$4,584 (+20.2%)

$200,539 + $392,662

$593,201

2022

$3,814 (−0.7%)

$157,905 + $309,178

$467,083

2021

$3,840 (+5.1%)

$130,500 + $220,275

$350,775

2020

$3,654 (+8.3%)

$109,350 + $222,935

$332,285

2019

$3,375 (+12.7%)

$96,735 + $197,218

$293,953

2017

$2,994 (+11.7%)

$89,328 + $182,117

$271,445

2016

$2,681 (−9.9%)

$76,737 + $156,445

$233,182

2015

$2,974 (−1.9%)

$76,118 + $166,847

$242,965

2014

$3,031 (+11.5%)

$76,500 + $168,140

$244,640

2013

$2,717 (+7.0%)

$76,500 + $168,140

$244,640

2011

$2,540 (+7.4%)

$71,910 + $158,440

$230,350

2010

$2,365 (+7.9%)

$76,500 + $161,675

$238,175

2009

$2,193

$63,000 + $158,155

$221,155

Tax history for 4186 Rural Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,885 (+0.3%)

$197,969 + $387,640

$585,609

2025

$5,869 (+13.8%)

$197,969 + $387,640

$585,609

2024

$5,158 (+12.5%)

$200,539 + $392,662

$593,201

2023

$4,584 (+20.2%)

$200,539 + $392,662

$593,201

2022

$3,814 (−0.7%)

$157,905 + $309,178

$467,083

2021

$3,840 (+5.1%)

$130,500 + $220,275

$350,775

2020

$3,654 (+8.3%)

$109,350 + $222,935

$332,285

2019

$3,375 (+12.7%)

$96,735 + $197,218

$293,953

2017

$2,994 (+11.7%)

$89,328 + $182,117

$271,445

2016

$2,681 (−9.9%)

$76,737 + $156,445

$233,182

2015

$2,974 (−1.9%)

$76,118 + $166,847

$242,965

2014

$3,031 (+11.5%)

$76,500 + $168,140

$244,640

2013

$2,717 (+7.0%)

$76,500 + $168,140

$244,640

2011

$2,540 (+7.4%)

$71,910 + $158,440

$230,350

2010

$2,365 (+7.9%)

$76,500 + $161,675

$238,175

2009

$2,193

$63,000 + $158,155

$221,155

*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

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.23 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,312

Year built

1926

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3802084201190000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.

RR2A*

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
Parking Features: Detached Carport, Driveway, Off Street, RV Parking
Has Carport
Garage Square Feet: 780

Interior

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

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 2
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1
# of Bathtubs: 1
# of Showers: 1

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

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

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom

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

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: Unfinished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
# of Fireplaces Main: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air
Cooling Information: None

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Skylight(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Flooring: Hardwood, Other
Appliances Included: Dishwasher(s),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

Pool Information
Has Spa

Property Information
Energy Source: Natural Gas
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,480
Sq. Ft. Unfinished: 832
Style Code: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Public records
Site Features: Deck,Fenced-Fully,Gated Entry,Green House,Hot Tub/Spa,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking,Shop
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Adjacent to Public Land, Paved, Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 1.23
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,560.40
Tax Year: 2024

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Community
Water Company: Whatcom County water district 2
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Cable Connected: Comcast
Internet Connected: Comcast

Location

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
Bus Line Nearby: true
Directions: Your favorite GPS will get you there, open the manual gate and drive up the driveway. Entrance and lockbox are on the NW side of the house.
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,312
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.23 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3802084201190000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Buyer Brokerage Compensation: 2
Buyer Brokerage Compensation Type: %
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Green Information
Direction Faces: West
Power Production Type: Natural Gas

Home Information
Living Area: 1,480
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2312
MLS Square Footage Source: Public records
Building Area Total: 2312
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Year Built Effective: 2010
Effective Year Built Source: See Remarks
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Security Features: Security Gate
Entry Location: Main

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Alderwood Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi

4/10

Shuksan Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi

6/10

Squalicum High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.0mi

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

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 82° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

8 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 7.7 hours in June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$849,000 – $1.03M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4232 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2156 Sq. Ft.	$709,856
4241 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3254 Sq. Ft.	$671,805
4221 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1335 Sq. Ft.	$464,989
4168 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1560 Sq. Ft.	$515,804
4226 Van Horn Ln, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$659,357
4191 Hoff Rd, Bellingham, WA 1 Beds \| 7.5 Baths \| 1 Sq. Ft.	—
4214 Van Horn Ln, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2464 Sq. Ft.	$660,611

Address	Redfin Estimate
4256 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1648 Sq. Ft.	$697,572
4263 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 885 Sq. Ft.	$470,589
4148 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1278 Sq. Ft.	$507,410
4239 Van Horn Ln, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1797 Sq. Ft.	$830,329
4251 Hoff Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1832 Sq. Ft.	$713,985
4216 Hoff Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1296 Sq. Ft.	$456,909
4263 Hoff Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1608 Sq. Ft.	$375,456

Address	Redfin Estimate
4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 1 Beds \| 0.5 Baths \| 480 Sq. Ft.	$304,702
4255 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1450 Sq. Ft.	$620,157
4144 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 676 Sq. Ft.	$398,302
4268 Hoff Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3346 Sq. Ft.	$1,036,006
4221 Hoff Rd, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1022 Sq. Ft.	$503,822
4237 Hoff Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1984 Sq. Ft.	$813,817
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