OFF MARKET

Listed by Rick Vander Giessen • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Off market mar 2023 for $1M

$1,120,419

•

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

$452Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

5 car garageParking

Listed by Rick Vander Giessen • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Bought with Karen Caemmerer • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1942465

Redfin Estimate

$1,120,419

$48K since sold in March 2023$4,000 since October

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 41% higher than the average sale price ($795K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$725,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,758 sq ft
551 E Smith Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$1,175,000
B
3 beds3 baths2,712 sq ft
5350 Stephens Dr, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$649,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,868 sq ft
5471 Waschke Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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BOUGHT WITH REDFIN JUL 7, 2026
$655,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,554 sq ft
1204 Kelly Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$770,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,492 sq ft
5458 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD MAY 11, 2026
$795,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,333 sq ft
470 Kelly Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
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Market trends in 98226, WA

Last updated October 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 539 E Smith Rd

Date

Event

Price

Mar 27, 2023

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1942465

$1,072,500

$433/sq ft

Feb 6, 2023

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1942465

—

Oct 26, 2022

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1942465

$1,120,000

$452/sq ft

Jul 21, 2022

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1942465

$1,169,000

$472/sq ft

Jun 1, 2022

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1942465

$1,200,000

$484/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$10,272 (+31.6%)

$403,723 + $702,615

$1,106,338

2025

$7,808 (+14.2%)

$403,723 + $702,615

$1,106,338

2024

$6,835 (+21.1%)

$388,980 + $455,197

$844,177

2023

$5,643 (+10.4%)

$388,980 + $455,197

$844,177

2022

$5,110 (+3.6%)

$375,746 + $273,578

$649,324

2021

$4,930 (+13.0%)

$298,211 + $217,126

$515,337

2020

$4,363 (+22.4%)

$263,901 + $192,144

$456,045

2019

$3,564 (−11.7%)

$209,005 + $152,175

$361,180

2017

$4,036 (+0.7%)

$184,960 + $134,668

$319,628

2016

$4,009 (−0.3%)

$179,572 + $147,077

$326,649

2015

$4,020 (+1.8%)

$171,429 + $140,406

$311,835

2014

$3,949 (+3.7%)

$165,520 + $135,567

$301,087

2013

$3,807 (+10.9%)

$165,520 + $135,567

$301,087

2011

$3,432 (+3.2%)

$165,520 + $135,567

$301,087

2010

$3,325 (−9.2%)

$204,400 + $156,610

$361,010

2009

$3,662

$204,400 + $156,610

$361,010

Tax history for 539 E Smith Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$10,272 (+31.6%)

$403,723 + $702,615

$1,106,338

2025

$7,808 (+14.2%)

$403,723 + $702,615

$1,106,338

2024

$6,835 (+21.1%)

$388,980 + $455,197

$844,177

2023

$5,643 (+10.4%)

$388,980 + $455,197

$844,177

2022

$5,110 (+3.6%)

$375,746 + $273,578

$649,324

2021

$4,930 (+13.0%)

$298,211 + $217,126

$515,337

2020

$4,363 (+22.4%)

$263,901 + $192,144

$456,045

2019

$3,564 (−11.7%)

$209,005 + $152,175

$361,180

2017

$4,036 (+0.7%)

$184,960 + $134,668

$319,628

2016

$4,009 (−0.3%)

$179,572 + $147,077

$326,649

2015

$4,020 (+1.8%)

$171,429 + $140,406

$311,835

2014

$3,949 (+3.7%)

$165,520 + $135,567

$301,087

2013

$3,807 (+10.9%)

$165,520 + $135,567

$301,087

2011

$3,432 (+3.2%)

$165,520 + $135,567

$301,087

2010

$3,325 (−9.2%)

$204,400 + $156,610

$361,010

2009

$3,662

$204,400 + $156,610

$361,010

*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

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 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: 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
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,StoveRange,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Construction Methods: Standard Frame
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Stucco

Property Information
Energy Source: Oil
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,830
Sq. Ft. Unfinished: 648
Style Code: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Pasture, Wooded

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: public records
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 Oct 23, 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

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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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Estimated sale price

$1.07M – $1.29M

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Home values near 539 E Smith Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
569 E Smith Road, Bellingham, WA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2200 Sq. Ft.	$1,237,103
551 E Smith Road, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1758 Sq. Ft.	$771,818

Address	Redfin Estimate
609 E Smith Road, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 896 Sq. Ft.	—
608 E Smith Road, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1796 Sq. Ft.	$622,712

Address	Redfin Estimate
585 E Smith Road, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1748 Sq. Ft.	$619,251
564 E Smith Road, Bellingham, WA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2174 Sq. Ft.	$675,340

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