SOLD MAY 11, 2026

Listed by Loren Van Corbach • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with MJB Real Estate Group.

Sold on may 2026

$795,000

•

1,333

sq ft

470 Kelly Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226

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About this home

Imagine waking up to Mt. Baker views on nearly 10 beautiful acres just minutes from Bellingham! This sweet 3-bed farmhouse blends classic charm with extensive updates including new LVP flooring, all new windows, siding, doors, and new insulation in the crawl space. Original farmhouse with a 1971 addition also features new roofs on the home and all outbuildings. Updated bath with a tiled walk-in shower. The iconic barn is equipped with a new metal roof, new siding, and is ready for your animals! 3 stalls + a hay loft and additional character-filled outbuildings too. Level, usable acreage offers endless possibilities for horses, livestock, gardening, and a self-sustainable lifestyle. Hard-to-find acreage this close to town—your hobby farm dream starts here. A peaceful country setting close to town where you can enjoy space, views, and a self-sufficient lifestyle.

Single-familyProperty Type

1925Year Built

9.78 acresLot Size

$596Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Loren Van Corbach • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Bought with Jeff Engen • MJB Real Estate Group

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2507597

Redfin Estimate

$798,652

$3,652 since sold in May 2026$4,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 30.6% higher than the average sale price ($612K) of 6 comparable homes.

BOUGHT WITH REDFIN JUL 7, 2026
$655,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,554 sq ft
1204 Kelly Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$675,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,594 sq ft
1202 Telegraph Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$595,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,400 sq ft
2917 W Maplewood Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225
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$485,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,448 sq ft
4269 Dewey Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD NOV 17, 2025
$500,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,319 sq ft
4420 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD MAR 31, 2026
$759,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,416 sq ft
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Market trends in 98226, WA

Last updated September 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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26 MoM

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Rental estimate

Est. $2,828 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 470 Kelly Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

May 11, 2026

Sold

Public Records

$795,280

$597/sq ft

May 11, 2026

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2507597

$795,000

$596/sq ft

Apr 20, 2026

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2507597

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Apr 15, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2507597

$759,000

$569/sq ft

Sep 29, 2016

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1013851

$358,000

$269/sq ft

Aug 26, 2016

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1013851

—

Aug 21, 2016

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1013851

—

Aug 18, 2016

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1013851

$359,800

$270/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,062 (+6.4%)

$449,204 + $200,091

$649,295

2025

$5,696 (+12.4%)

$449,204 + $200,091

$649,295

2024

$5,068 (−11.4%)

$432,800 + $192,395

$625,195

2023

$5,720 (+9.9%)

$432,800 + $192,395

$625,195

2022

$5,203 (+3.7%)

$437,545 + $220,676

$658,221

2021

$5,016 (+12.9%)

$347,257 + $175,139

$522,396

2020

$4,441 (+22.3%)

$307,304 + $154,989

$462,293

2019

$3,631 (+15.9%)

$243,379 + $122,749

$366,128

2017

$3,134 (+127.2%)

$215,380 + $108,627

$324,007

2016

$1,379 (−9.6%)

$180,614 + $71,185

$251,799

2015

$1,525 (+0.5%)

$172,423 + $67,956

$240,379

2014

$1,517 (+3.7%)

$166,480 + $65,614

$232,094

2013

$1,463 (+8.2%)

$166,480 + $65,614

$232,094

2011

$1,353 (+13.6%)

$166,480 + $65,614

$232,094

2010

$1,190 (−6.8%)

$149,100 + $58,580

$207,680

2009

$1,278

$149,100 + $58,580

$207,680

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9.78 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,333

Year built

1925

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3903314650590000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 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
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached Carport, RV Parking
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1

Interior

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

Bathroom Information
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Main): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

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

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Main

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Forced Air, Stove/Free Standing
Cooling Information: None

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s)
Flooring: Vinyl, Vinyl Plank
Appliances Included: Dishwasher(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Construction Materials: Cement Plank
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Cement Planked

Property Information
Energy Source: Propane,Wood
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,333
Style Code: 10 - 1 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Garden Space, Pasture

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Realist
Site Features: Barn,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Outbuildings,Propane,RV Parking,Shop
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 9.78
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,696
Tax Year: 2025

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Water Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

School Information
Middle Or Junior High School: Meridian Mid
High School: Meridian High
High School District: Meridian

Location Information
Directions: N on Meridian, right on Kelly Rd, house on left side of road.
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,333
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9.78 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3903314650590000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

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

Listing Date Information
Offers Review Date: Monday, April 20, 2026
On Market Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Green Information
Power Production Type: Propane, Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 1,333
Calculated Square Footage: 1333
MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
Building Area Total: 1333
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Security Features: Partially Fenced
Entry Location: Main

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Schools

Irene Reither Primary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.4mi

6/10

Meridian Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi

8/10

Meridian High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi

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

7 days above 84° expected this year, 15 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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Historical weather

Bellingham, WA • 98226

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec

Sun exposure

90/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 14% for direct sun exposure in Bellingham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

10.7 hrs

5.5 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$759,000 – $919,000

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