Listed by Rick Vander Giessen • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Off Market Mar 2023 for $1M
$1,113,856
3
bd
•
1 ba
•
2,478
sq ft
539 E Smith Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
About this home
Truly unique offering! Subdividable 10 acres w/home, shop w/attached greenhouse & barn. Zoned R5A-Homesite potential (w/water share) is perched on a hillside for maximized views. From the moment you step onto this 9.72 acre property, you will be entranced by the peaceful space, the rolling property & stunning views ~ mountain, sunrises & sunsets! Lovingly maintained 3 BR, 1 BA home features new kitchen ('20) furnace ('18) roof ('09) unfinished space could easily b/c 2nd bath. Covered porch overlooks the property. Operating a business f/home? Multi level shop (total of 5320 sq ft) w/multiple office/work spaces, 220V power, heat/AC, multiple high doors, loading dock. Barn features epoxy floor. Adorable oversized shed. Located minutes f/Bham.
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
9.72 acresLot Size
$449Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Rick Vander Giessen• Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Bought with Karen Caemmerer• Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9.72 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,792
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Whatcom County
APN
3903320504600000
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: 5
Parking Features: RV Parking, Detached Garage
Garage Spaces: 5
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
Bedrooms Possible: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Kitchen Without Eating Space
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: Partially Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
Site Features: Barn,Cable TV,Fenced-Partially,Green House,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking,Shop
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Paved, Value In Land
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 9.72
Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,110
Tax Year: 2022
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Community
Water Company: Smith Road Water Association
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: n/a
Water Heater Location: utility
Water Heater Type: electric
Cable Connected: Dishnet
Internet Connected: Comcast
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished
School Information
Elementary School: Irene Reither Primar
Middle Or Junior High School: Meridian Mid
High School: Meridian High
High School District: Meridian
Location Information
Directions: From Guide Meridian, east on E Smith Rd to property on south side of road at crest of hill. You will see their sign advertising their business "Safety Home Address"
Topography: Rolling
Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,792
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3903320504600000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Green Information
Direction Faces: North
Power Production Type: Oil
Home Information
Living Area: 1,830
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2478
MLS Square Footage Source: 04 appraisal and owner
Building Area Total: 2478
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Irene Reither Primary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
6/10
Meridian Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
Meridian High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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
6 days above 84° expected this year, 14 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.5 hours in
June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$1.06M – $1.28M
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