OFF MARKET

Listed by Jessica VanNoy • John L. Scott Bellingham. Bought with Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Off market may 2025 for $785K

$776,436

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,164/mo

•

1,698

sq ft

4918 Sand Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226

About this home

Have you ever dreamed of your own storybook hobby farm? Tucked away on over 7.3 acres, this magical property has been lovingly maintained by the same family for 60 years, offering privacy, endless potential, and several charming outbuildings. In the main house, fir floors add character, and the living room exudes old-world charm with wood beams and a cozy pellet stove, while the updated mini-split ensures comfort year round. Updates include new electrical, gutters, hot water tank, and washer/dryer. Enjoy a variety of fruit trees and harvest an array of berries and also grapes. The huge barn offers many potential uses, and bonus space below includes a kitchen, bedroom bathroom and washer/dryer. This is the dream you've been waiting for!

Single-familyProperty Type

1916Year Built

7.3 acresLot Size

$457Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Jessica VanNoy • John L. Scott Bellingham

Bought with Stacy Osterkamp • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2367394

Redfin Estimate

$776,436

$8,564 since sold in May 2025$2,000 since September

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 8.5% higher than the average sale price ($716K) of 5 comparable homes.

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$670,000
A
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B
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$669,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,666 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$750,000
D
4 beds2 baths3,077 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$755,000
E
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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

Recently sold homes

160

26 MoM

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Sale history for 4918 Sand Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,845 (+638.5%)

$294,049 + $326,231

$620,280

2025

$656 (−50.7%)

$294,049 + $326,231

$620,280

2024

$1,329 (+1.7%)

$404,539 + $276,847

$681,386

2023

$1,307 (+1.3%)

$404,539 + $276,847

$681,386

2022

$1,291 (+7.5%)

$331,582 + $226,918

$558,500

2021

$1,201 (+5.0%)

$267,402 + $182,997

$450,399

2020

$1,144 (+6.5%)

$226,611 + $155,082

$381,693

2019

$1,074 (+4.8%)

$192,500 + $131,738

$324,238

2017

$1,025 (+2.7%)

$175,507 + $116,755

$292,262

2016

$998 (−10.3%)

$169,413 + $112,701

$282,114

2015

$1,113 (+0.8%)

$152,350 + $101,350

$253,700

2014

$1,104 (−1.9%)

$152,350 + $101,350

$253,700

2013

$1,125 (+5.0%)

$152,350 + $101,350

$253,700

2011

$1,071 (+1.8%)

$153,716 + $101,417

$255,133

2010

$1,052 (+18.8%)

$116,700 + $67,140

$183,840

2009

$885

$116,700 + $67,140

$183,840

Tax history for 4918 Sand Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,845 (+638.5%)

$294,049 + $326,231

$620,280

2025

$656 (−50.7%)

$294,049 + $326,231

$620,280

2024

$1,329 (+1.7%)

$404,539 + $276,847

$681,386

2023

$1,307 (+1.3%)

$404,539 + $276,847

$681,386

2022

$1,291 (+7.5%)

$331,582 + $226,918

$558,500

2021

$1,201 (+5.0%)

$267,402 + $182,997

$450,399

2020

$1,144 (+6.5%)

$226,611 + $155,082

$381,693

2019

$1,074 (+4.8%)

$192,500 + $131,738

$324,238

2017

$1,025 (+2.7%)

$175,507 + $116,755

$292,262

2016

$998 (−10.3%)

$169,413 + $112,701

$282,114

2015

$1,113 (+0.8%)

$152,350 + $101,350

$253,700

2014

$1,104 (−1.9%)

$152,350 + $101,350

$253,700

2013

$1,125 (+5.0%)

$152,350 + $101,350

$253,700

2011

$1,071 (+1.8%)

$153,716 + $101,417

$255,133

2010

$1,052 (+18.8%)

$116,700 + $67,140

$183,840

2009

$885

$116,700 + $67,140

$183,840

*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

7.3 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,698

Year built

1916

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3904320220350000

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
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Driveway, Detached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Beds Upper: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 1
Bedrooms Possible: 4

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

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

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

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

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

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bedroom

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom

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

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

Basement Information
Basement Features: Unfinished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Pellet Stove
# of Fireplaces Lower: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Ductless
Has Cooling

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Laminate
Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Flooring: Laminate, Softwood, Vinyl
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

Property Information
Energy Source: Electric,Pellet,Wood
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,698
Style Code: 11 - 1 1/2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture, Wooded

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Barn,Cabana/Gazebo,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Outbuildings,Patio,Shop
Lot Features: Paved, Value In Land
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 7.3
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $656
Tax Year: 2025

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

School Information
High School District: Mount Baker

Location Information
Directions: Head East on Mt Baker Highway, left on Sand Rd house will be on the right
Topography: Equestrian,Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: true

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,698
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 7.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1916
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3904320220350000

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
Offers Review Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025
On Market Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Pellet, Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 1,698
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1698
MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
Building Area Total: 1698
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Structure Type: House
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Harmony Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi

6/10

Mount Baker Junior High School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi

3/10

Mount Baker Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi

5/10

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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

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 85° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

7/10 Air Factor

12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Bellingham, WA • 98226

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 7.3 hours in June and 1.7 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

7.3 hrs

1.7 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$738,000 – $893,000

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