Listed by Dave Hiller • eXp Realty. Bought with Muljat Group.
Off Market Sep 2023 for $631K
$644,444
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$2,137/mo
2
bd
•
1 ba
•
1,380
sq ft
483 Summerland Rd, Bellingham, WA 98229
About this home
A cottage forest retreat in a picturesque wooded 5.5-acre setting near Lake Samish 5 minutes off Interstate 5. Private and forested w/creek running through the property & a charming bridge in backyard. Gardens & options abound here with several outbuildings up against hundreds of acres of DNR land w/the many Blanchard Mountain trails. The cottage needs work but is solid, adorable, charming and livable-sold as is. Wood stove in the home amidst the trees. Built 1936, 1,380 SF with cedar shake siding. Home has official 1 BR and full BA downstairs but upstairs with a loft, office & den. Also on property-cute lofted cabin with power, horse riding area, greenhouse, & more. Water source is creek also has an inactive well. Previous hobby farm.
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.54 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
1,380
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Whatcom County
APN
3703352224890000
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: 2
Parking Features: RV Parking, Detached Carport, Driveway, Off Street
Has Carport
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Beds Upper: 1
# of Bedrooms Main: 1
Bedrooms Possible: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Bathtubs: 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: None
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Stove/Free Standing
Cooling Information: None
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Dining Room, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded
Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Arena-Outdoor,Barn,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Green House,Outbuildings,Patio,Propane,RV Parking,Shop,Stable
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Adjacent to Public Land, Drought Res Landscape, Paved, Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 5.54
Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,364
Tax Year: 2022
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Buyer Financing: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: See Remarks
Water Company: creek surface water
Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: private septic
Water Heater Location: utility
Water Heater Type: electric
Internet Connected: Century Link
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished
School Information
Elementary School: Wade King Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Fairhaven Mid
High School: Sehome High
High School District: Bellingham
Location Information
Bus Line Nearby: false
Directions: Take either I-5 North Lake Samish exit (10 minutes to home) or I-5 South Lake Samish exit (5 minutes to home). Use GPS to get to 483 Summerland Rd. from either exit.
Topography: Equestrian,Level,PartialSlope
Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,380
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 5.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3703352224890000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Thursday, July 27, 2023
Green Information
Direction Faces: East
Power Production Type: Electric, Wood
Home Information
Living Area: 1,380
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1380
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 1380
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Post & Block
Year Built Effective: 1936
Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
Structure Type: House
Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Wade King Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.7mi
7/10
Fairhaven Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.4mi
8/10
Sehome High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi
9/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 84° expected this year, 19 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, 10 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Bellingham, WA • 98229
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
43
34
43
34
49
38
58
41
63
47
69
51
76
56
76
58
68
53
55
44
48
40
45
38
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
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.
7.7 hrs
1.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$613,000 – $742,000
Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $6,444 in fees.3 minutes to get started.