SOLD OCT 9, 2026

Listed by Lynn White • Coldwell Banker Bain. Bought with Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Sold on oct 2026

$1,575,000

•

3,673

sq ft

532 Whitecap Rd, Bellingham, WA 98229

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About this home

Experience the best of Pacific Northwest living in this beautifully updated Chuckanut Bay view home, complete with a connecting lot for additional privacy or room to expand on your 2.14 acre lot with a separate address and water meter already on property. The home boasts a 3,673 sq ft thoughtfully designed space, showcasing timeless old-growth fir millwork, two cozy fireplaces, and multiple decks perfect for taking in the stunning surroundings. A separate metal container art studio with water and electric provides the ideal creative retreat. Recent updates include radiant floor heating in all newly remodeled bathrooms, adding comfort and luxury throughout. The property also features solar, a full home generator, 2 single car garages, a large fenced yard, fruit trees and a dog run. The lower level is setup as a private apartment with its own entrance—perfect for multi-generational living, guests, or rental potential. Enjoy access to five private community beaches, ideal for kayaking, birdwatching, or simply soaking in the beauty of Chuckanut Bay. This is a rare opportunity to own a versatile and serene coastal retreat with exceptional amenities.

Single-familyProperty Type

1978Year Built

2.14 acresLot Size

$429Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Lynn White • Coldwell Banker Bain

Bought with Karen Caemmerer • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2504303

Redfin Estimate

$1,536,020

$39K since sold in October 2026$154K since September

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Market trends in 98229, WA

Last updated September 2026

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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 and tax history for 532 Whitecap Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

Oct 9, 2026

Sold

Public Records

$1,575,153

$429/sq ft

Oct 9, 2026

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2504303

$1,575,000

$429/sq ft

Sep 7, 2026

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2504303

—

Aug 1, 2026

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2504303

$1,690,000

$460/sq ft

Jun 24, 2026

Relisted (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2504303

—

Jun 19, 2026

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2504303

—

Jun 4, 2026

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2504303

$1,750,000

$476/sq ft

May 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2504303

$1,850,000

$504/sq ft

Jan 5, 2021

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1694965

$950,000

$259/sq ft

Jan 2, 2021

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1694965

—

Dec 8, 2020

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1694965

—

Dec 3, 2020

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1694965

$950,000

$259/sq ft

Mar 13, 2000

Sold

Public Records

$350,000

$95/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$14,299 (+18.5%)

$600,600 + $892,183

$1,492,783

2025

$12,067 (+3.2%)

$600,600 + $892,183

$1,492,783

2024

$11,694 (+4.4%)

$612,430 + $782,064

$1,394,494

2023

$11,199 (+10.8%)

$612,430 + $782,064

$1,394,494

2022

$10,106 (+12.2%)

$521,220 + $665,590

$1,186,810

2021

$9,003 (+2.3%)

$420,350 + $536,781

$957,131

2020

$8,805 (+7.7%)

$368,725 + $470,857

$839,582

2019

$8,178 (+8.6%)

$322,299 + $419,541

$741,840

2017

$7,528 (+10.4%)

$286,082 + $372,405

$658,487

2016

$6,820 (+1.9%)

$263,232 + $343,128

$606,360

2015

$6,696 (+3.7%)

$237,640 + $310,044

$547,684

2014

$6,456 (+4.5%)

$228,500 + $292,771

$521,271

2013

$6,176 (+6.3%)

$228,500 + $292,771

$521,271

2011

$5,812 (+5.3%)

$228,800 + $296,934

$525,734

2010

$5,519 (+7.2%)

$260,000 + $302,995

$562,995

2009

$5,147

$260,000 + $302,995

$562,995

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.9 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,673

Year built

1978

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3702252780790000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 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: 2
Parking Features: Driveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
Has Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Beds Upper: 1
# of Bedrooms Main: 4
Bedrooms Possible: 5

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 3
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Upper): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Main): 2
# of Bathtubs: 1
# of Showers: 3

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Description: 6th bedroom or office
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Second

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Second

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Second

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 14 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Main

Room 15 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Main

Room 16 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Second

Room 17 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Room 18 Information
Room Type: Studio
Room Description: Shipping container onsite
Room Level: Garage

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Electric, Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Upper: 1
# of Fireplaces Main: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Radiant, See Remarks
Cooling Information: None

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Softwood, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Construction Materials: Metal/Vinyl, Wood
Roof: Metal

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl, Wood, Wood Products

Property Information
Energy Source: Electric,Propane,Solar (Unspecified),Wood
Sq. Ft. Finished: 3,673
Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Tax Assessor
Site Features: Cable TV,Deck,Dog Run,Electric Car Charging,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Rooftop Deck,RV Parking,Shop
Lot Features: Open Space, Paved, Secluded, Value In Land
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 2.14
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,067
Tax Year: 2025

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: COB
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Water Heater Location: utility room
Water Heater Type: gas
Cable Connected: Xfinity
Internet Connected: Xfinity

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
Middle Or Junior High School: Buyer To Verify
High School: Buyer To Verify
High School District: Bellingham

Location Information
Water Access: Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach
Directions: Going South on Chuckanut Drive take a right on Whitecap road. Home approx .3 miles on left.
Topography: Level,Partial Slope

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,673
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.9 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3702252780790000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026

Other

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

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Green Information
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, Solar (Unspecified), Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 3,673
Calculated Square Footage: 3673
MLS Square Footage Source: Tax Assessor
Building Area Total: 3673
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Year Built Effective: 1978
Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Security Features: Partially Fenced
Entry Location: Main

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Schools

Happy Valley Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.2mi

6/10

Fairhaven Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi

8/10

Sehome High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi

9/10

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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

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

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Apr

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Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

90/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 16% for direct sun exposure in Bellingham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

10.1 hrs

5.1 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$1.46M – $1.77M

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