This home's estimate is 5% higher than the average sale price ($987K) of 6 comparable homes.
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553 E Smith Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
About this home
Peaceful setting way off main road, this custom built craftsman style home, built in 2007, sits on a level 5.3 acres w/views of Mt Baker & only minutes from Bellingham. Interior features are Hemlock doors & trim throughout, maple cabinetry, bamboo & ceramic tile flooring, open kitchen w/hi-end SS appliances, large pantry & dining area. Large Master Suite, huge rec room w/wood stove, covered porch, deck & gazebo. Then there's a KILLER 38x48 free-span barn w/3 stables, tack room & fenced pastures.

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Market trends in 98226, WA
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- NEW 15 HRS AGO$679,9004 beds2.5 baths1,924 sq ft825 Northview St, Bellingham, WA 98226Jeff Baker • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
- NEW 15 HRS AGO$649,9004 beds3 baths2,041 sq ft4124 Kramer Ln, Bellingham, WA 98226Leo Cohen • Bellingham Real Estate Company
- NEW 16 HRS AGO$724,5004 beds1 bath2,068 sq ft5474 Sand Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226Elizabeth Park • MJB Real Estate Group
- OPEN SUN, 12:01PM TO 2PM$497,0002 beds2 baths1,090 sq ft4855 N Village Ln Unit B, Bellingham, WA 98226Dawn Durand • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
- COMING SOON
- COMING SOON$495,0003 beds2.5 baths1,543 sq ft4210 Archer Dr, Bellingham, WA 98226Jay Dhindsa • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
- COMING SOON$620,0003 beds2 baths1,436 sq ft1916 Mt Baker Hwy, Bellingham, WA 98226Anthony Zapata • Keller Williams Western Realty
- $325,0001 bed0.5 baths480 sq ft4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA 98226Renee Westlund • Windermere RE Anacortes Prop.
- OPEN SUN, 12PM TO 1:30PM$415,0002 beds1.5 baths1,112 sq ft621 Sunflower Ln, Bellingham, WA 98226Dana Stuth • HomeSmart One Realty
- 3D WALKTHROUGH$639,0003 beds1 bath1,232 sq ft1725 Skagit St, Bellingham, WA 98226Leo Cohen • Bellingham Real Estate Company
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Sale history for 553 E Smith Rd
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Tax history for 553 E Smith Rd
*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
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.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: 2
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Has Garage
Interior
- Virtual Tour
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 3
- # of Beds Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Possible: 3
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Baths (Total): 2
- # of Full Baths (Upper): 2
- Room 1 Information
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 2 Information
- Room Type: Utility Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 3 Information
- Room Type: Entry Hall
- Room Level: Main
- Room 4 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Upper
- Room 5 Information
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 6 Information
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 7 Information
- Room Type: Den/Office
- Room Level: Main
- Room 8 Information
- Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
- Room Level: Main
- Room 9 Information
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Upper
- Room 10 Information
- Room Type: Bathroom Full
- Room Level: Upper
- Room 11 Information
- Room Type: Bathroom Full
- Room Level: Upper
- Room 12 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Upper
- Basement Information
- Basement Features: None
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 2
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Heating
- Has Cooling
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Ceramic Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Bamboo/Cork, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
- Appliances: Dryer, Washer
- Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
Exterior
- Building Information
- Building Information: Built On Lot
- Roof: Composition
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Cement/Concrete, Cement Planked, Wood
- Property Information
- Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,554
- Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Condition: Very Good
- Has View
- Land Information
- Vegetation: Garden Space, Pasture
- Lot Information
- Lot Number: 2
- Site Features: Barn,Cabana/Gazebo,Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Outbuildings,Patio
- Zoning Jurisdiction: County
- Lot Features: Dead End Street
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Lot Size Acres: 5.39
- Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $3,900
- Tax Year: 2010
- Financial Information
- Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional
- Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Individual Well
- Water Company: Well
- Power Company: PSE
- Sewer: None
- Sewer Company: Septic
- Utilities: Cable Connected, Propane, Wood, Individual Well
- Water Heater Location: Family Room Closet
- Water Heater Type: Forced Air/Propane
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
- Bus Line Nearby: false
- Directions: I-5 exit 256 - Meridian - north to Smith Rd - East approx 1 mile to 553 - rt down driveway.
- Topography: Equestrian,Level
- Community Information
- Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 2.5
- Sq. Ft.: 2,555
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 5.39 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1994
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Whatcom County
- APN: 3903320864590000
Other
- Listing Information
- Mls Status: Sold
- Listing Date Information
- On Market Date: Friday, April 29, 2011
- Green Information
- Power Production Type: Propane, Wood
- Home Information
- Living Area: 2,554
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Calculated Square Footage: 2554
- MLS Square Footage Source: assessor
- Building Area Total: 2554
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
- Builder Name: J. Perry Enterprises
- Structure Type: House
- Levels: Two
- Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 84° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.5 hours in June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4 Beds | 2 Baths | 2200 Sq. Ft. | $1,227,096 |
3 Beds | 1 Baths | 1748 Sq. Ft. | $612,558 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1849 Sq. Ft. | $758,146 |
3 Beds | 1 Baths | 1758 Sq. Ft. | $745,468 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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2 Beds | 2 Baths | 896 Sq. Ft. | $401,854 |
4 Beds | 2 Baths | 2174 Sq. Ft. | $670,264 |
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