Listed by Heather Othmer • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Off market jan 2011 for $620K

$1,415,458

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,501/mo

•

3,900

sq ft

515 Whitecap Rd, Bellingham, WA 98229

About this home

Circle driveway leads to totally private NW contemporary home overlooking 2+ acres of meticulous grounds + cedars and ferns. 4 bdrm/2.5 bath home with room for family & guests. 3,900 sqft of total living space- 1,712 of which is located on the main level with master bdrm, living, dining & kitchen with cozy den. 2 attached garages- 1 on the main level and 1 hidden below with shop- great boat storage both in & out. Fenced terraced gardens lead to a basketball court & onto a private trail to beach!

Single-familyProperty Type

1988Year Built

2.08 acresLot Size

$363Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 car garageParking

Listed by Heather Othmer • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Bought with Lesli Beasley • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #105196

Redfin Estimate

$1,415,458

$795K since sold in January 2011$7,000 since September

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Market trends in 98229, WA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.9%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$718K

$38K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

6 days MoM

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Sale history for 515 Whitecap Rd

Date

Event

Price

Jan 27, 2011

Sold

Public Records

$620,000

$159/sq ft

Jan 28, 2011

Delisted

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #105196

—

Jan 28, 2011

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #105196

$620,000

$159/sq ft

Dec 10, 2010

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #105196

—

Nov 29, 2010

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #105196

—

Jul 19, 2010

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #105196

$635,000

$163/sq ft

Jun 30, 2006

Sold (MLS)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #26049671

$575,000

$147/sq ft

Apr 4, 2006

Listed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #26049671

$599,900

$154/sq ft

Dec 13, 1999

Sold

Public Records

$320,000

$82/sq ft

Jun 30, 1999

Sold

Public Records

$315,000

$81/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$12,328 (+16.5%)

$517,600 + $768,727

$1,286,327

2025

$10,578 (+6.9%)

$517,600 + $768,727

$1,286,327

2024

$9,900 (+22.5%)

$579,638 + $597,605

$1,177,243

2023

$8,080 (+3.0%)

$579,638 + $597,605

$1,177,243

2022

$7,842 (+16.2%)

$420,019 + $433,038

$853,057

2021

$6,751 (−3.0%)

$365,234 + $376,555

$741,789

2020

$6,960 (+12.8%)

$309,520 + $319,114

$628,634

2019

$6,170 (+6.7%)

$256,952 + $301,891

$558,843

2017

$5,781 (−4.1%)

$225,597 + $265,052

$490,649

2016

$6,028 (+0.9%)

$213,765 + $251,151

$464,916

2015

$5,973 (+0.1%)

$221,052 + $267,163

$488,215

2014

$5,966 (+6.4%)

$218,000 + $263,474

$481,474

2013

$5,610 (+5.9%)

$218,000 + $263,474

$481,474

2011

$5,297 (+5.4%)

$219,600 + $256,389

$475,989

2010

$5,025 (+7.2%)

$244,000 + $268,470

$512,470

2009

$4,687

$244,000 + $268,470

$512,470

Tax history for 515 Whitecap Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$12,328 (+16.5%)

$517,600 + $768,727

$1,286,327

2025

$10,578 (+6.9%)

$517,600 + $768,727

$1,286,327

2024

$9,900 (+22.5%)

$579,638 + $597,605

$1,177,243

2023

$8,080 (+3.0%)

$579,638 + $597,605

$1,177,243

2022

$7,842 (+16.2%)

$420,019 + $433,038

$853,057

2021

$6,751 (−3.0%)

$365,234 + $376,555

$741,789

2020

$6,960 (+12.8%)

$309,520 + $319,114

$628,634

2019

$6,170 (+6.7%)

$256,952 + $301,891

$558,843

2017

$5,781 (−4.1%)

$225,597 + $265,052

$490,649

2016

$6,028 (+0.9%)

$213,765 + $251,151

$464,916

2015

$5,973 (+0.1%)

$221,052 + $267,163

$488,215

2014

$5,966 (+6.4%)

$218,000 + $263,474

$481,474

2013

$5,610 (+5.9%)

$218,000 + $263,474

$481,474

2011

$5,297 (+5.4%)

$219,600 + $256,389

$475,989

2010

$5,025 (+7.2%)

$244,000 + $268,470

$512,470

2009

$4,687

$244,000 + $268,470

$512,470

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.08 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,900

Year built

1988

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3702252370400000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.

RR5A*

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: 4
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 4
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

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

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Full Baths (Lower): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1

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

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

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

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

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Lower

Room 14 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Lower

Basement Information
Basement Features: Daylight, Finished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Dining Room, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Metal

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Brick, Wood

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 3,900
Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Brush, Garden Space, Wooded

Lot Information
Lot Number: B
Site Features: Deck,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Propane,RV Parking
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 2.08
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,025
Tax Year: 2010

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Community
Water Company: City of Bellingham
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: High Speed Internet, Septic System, Electric, Pellet, Propane
Water Heater Location: Utility Room
Water Heater Type: Electric

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
Elementary School: Larrabee Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Fairhaven Mid
High School: Sehome High
High School District: Bellingham

Location Information
Bus Line Nearby: false
Directions: Exit I-5 at 250 - Old Fairhaven Pkwy, Head W to 12th St., L on 12th, Veer L onto Chuckanut Drive for about 5 miles. R on Whitecap to 515.
Topography: Level,PartialSlope,Terraces

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Community Features: Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,900
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.08 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3702252370400000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Monday, July 19, 2010

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Pellet, Propane

Home Information
Living Area: 3,900
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 3900
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 3900
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Building Name: Whitecap Rd S.P.
Builder Name: Skeers
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Happy Valley Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.3mi

6/10

Fairhaven Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi

8/10

Sehome High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi

9/10

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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

1/10 Heat Factor

8 days above 82° expected this year, 21 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

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Historical weather

Bellingham, WA • 98229

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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.

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1.8 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$1.35M – $1.63M

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