OFF MARKET

Listed by Sharri Greene • Berkshire Hathaway HS CW RE. Bought with Keller Williams Western Realty.

Off market aug 2022 for $662K

$697,572

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,588/mo

•

1,648

sq ft

4256 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 98226

About this home

Wonderful Bellingham home situated on 1.5 Acre lot surrounded by beautiful mature trees and landscaping. Home has been lovingly updated with new interior & exterior paint as well as carpet, lighting & gleaming hardwood floors. Oversized family room is open to kitchen and has a wall of windows to take in the natural light. Cozy fireplace to warm the winter nights and plenty of storage with a two-car attached garage & huge shop for the car hobby enthusiast. Shop has room for 7 cars, finished work room, upper-level storage, bathroom, oversized doors for RV or boat storage & 220V wiring. Shop electrical service is separate from home. Minutes from Bellingham bay & mountain trails for recreation.

Single-familyProperty Type

1956Year Built

1.5 acresLot Size

$423Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

9 car garageParking

Listed by Sharri Greene • Berkshire Hathaway HS CW RE

Bought with Alison Risch • Keller Williams Western Realty

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1968229

Redfin Estimate

$697,572

$35K since sold in August 2022$1,000 since October

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 3% lower than the average sale price ($719K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$660,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,808 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$402,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,332 sq ft
5369 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD OCT 7, 2026
$1,265,000
C
2 beds1.5 baths1,554 sq ft
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SOLD APR 20, 2026
$660,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,508 sq ft
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SOLD OCT 7, 2026
$704,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,499 sq ft
5335 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$625,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,810 sq ft
5340 Evergreen 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

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Sale history for 4256 Rural Ave

Date

Event

Price

Aug 18, 2022

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1968229

$662,250

$402/sq ft

Jul 20, 2022

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1968229

—

Jul 14, 2022

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1968229

$650,000

$394/sq ft

Nov 20, 2018

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1375924

$380,000

$231/sq ft

Oct 30, 2018

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1375924

—

Oct 24, 2018

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1375924

—

Oct 18, 2018

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1375924

$374,000

$227/sq ft

Feb 10, 2011

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #141671

$285,000

$173/sq ft

Jan 1, 2011

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #141671

—

Dec 1, 2010

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #141671

—

Dec 1, 2010

Delisted

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #141671

—

Oct 11, 2010

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #141671

$325,000

$197/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,162 (+0.3%)

$219,965 + $393,257

$613,222

2025

$6,145 (+13.8%)

$219,965 + $393,257

$613,222

2024

$5,400 (+12.5%)

$222,822 + $398,352

$621,174

2023

$4,799 (+19.8%)

$222,822 + $398,352

$621,174

2022

$4,006 (−1.4%)

$175,450 + $313,658

$489,108

2021

$4,061 (+5.1%)

$145,000 + $223,467

$368,467

2020

$3,865 (+8.3%)

$125,486 + $226,066

$351,552

2019

$3,569 (+12.7%)

$111,010 + $199,988

$310,998

2017

$3,167 (+11.7%)

$102,510 + $184,675

$287,185

2016

$2,835 (−9.4%)

$88,060 + $158,643

$246,703

2015

$3,130 (−1.9%)

$84,575 + $171,169

$255,744

2014

$3,190 (+11.6%)

$85,000 + $172,495

$257,495

2013

$2,859 (+7.0%)

$85,000 + $172,495

$257,495

2011

$2,673 (+7.3%)

$79,900 + $162,544

$242,444

2010

$2,491 (+8.6%)

$85,000 + $165,860

$250,860

2009

$2,293

$70,000 + $161,260

$231,260

Tax history for 4256 Rural Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,162 (+0.3%)

$219,965 + $393,257

$613,222

2025

$6,145 (+13.8%)

$219,965 + $393,257

$613,222

2024

$5,400 (+12.5%)

$222,822 + $398,352

$621,174

2023

$4,799 (+19.8%)

$222,822 + $398,352

$621,174

2022

$4,006 (−1.4%)

$175,450 + $313,658

$489,108

2021

$4,061 (+5.1%)

$145,000 + $223,467

$368,467

2020

$3,865 (+8.3%)

$125,486 + $226,066

$351,552

2019

$3,569 (+12.7%)

$111,010 + $199,988

$310,998

2017

$3,167 (+11.7%)

$102,510 + $184,675

$287,185

2016

$2,835 (−9.4%)

$88,060 + $158,643

$246,703

2015

$3,130 (−1.9%)

$84,575 + $171,169

$255,744

2014

$3,190 (+11.6%)

$85,000 + $172,495

$257,495

2013

$2,859 (+7.0%)

$85,000 + $172,495

$257,495

2011

$2,673 (+7.3%)

$79,900 + $162,544

$242,444

2010

$2,491 (+8.6%)

$85,000 + $165,860

$250,860

2009

$2,293

$70,000 + $161,260

$231,260

*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
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,648

Year built

1998

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3802084442090000

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: 9
Parking Features: RV Parking, Attached Carport, Driveway, Attached Garage, Detached Garage
Garage Spaces: 9
Has Carport
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
Bedrooms Possible: 3

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

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

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

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

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

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Gas
# of Fireplaces Main: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating

Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood, Laminate, Ceiling Fan(s), Skylight(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Refrigerator,StoveRange

Exterior

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

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Energy Source: Electric,Natural Gas
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,648
Style Code: 10 - 1 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Garden Space

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Cable TV,Fenced-Partially,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,RV Parking,Shop
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 1.5
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,005.55
Tax Year: 2022

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: Water District 2
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Septic System, Electric, Natural Gas Connected
Water Heater Location: Garage
Water Heater Type: Gas
Cable Connected: Comcast
Internet Connected: Comcast

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
High School District: Bellingham

Location Information
Directions: Slater Rd to Rural Ave. Follow across Railroad tracks, Go Right at "T" in road and follow to home.
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,648
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3802084442090000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
Offers Review Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2022
On Market Date: Thursday, July 14, 2022

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

Home Information
Living Area: 1,648
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1648
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 1648
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Alderwood Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi

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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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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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4232 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2156 Sq. Ft.	$709,856
4295 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1026 Sq. Ft.	$490,251
4263 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 885 Sq. Ft.	$470,589
4299 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1150 Sq. Ft.	$501,949
4284 Van Horn Ln, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1275 Sq. Ft.	$565,525
4214 Van Horn Ln, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2464 Sq. Ft.	$660,611
4256 Van Horn Ln, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1974 Sq. Ft.	$688,002

Address	Redfin Estimate
4302 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1774 Sq. Ft.	$476,719
4283 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1764 Sq. Ft.	$527,515
4255 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1450 Sq. Ft.	$620,157
4239 Van Horn Ln, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1797 Sq. Ft.	$830,329
4283 Van Horn Ln, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 813 Sq. Ft.	$385,255
4264 Van Horn Ln, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1852 Sq. Ft.	$688,700
1731 Skagit St, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2434 Sq. Ft.	$851,134

Address	Redfin Estimate
4291 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1512 Sq. Ft.	$508,997
4241 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3254 Sq. Ft.	$662,902
4221 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1335 Sq. Ft.	$464,989
4268 Hoff Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3346 Sq. Ft.	$1,036,006
1793 Skagit St, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1268 Sq. Ft.	$596,986
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