OFF MARKET

Listed by Cherie Kukhahn • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. Bought with Coldwell Banker Bain.

Off market dec 2020 for $970K

$1,674,831

•

5,600

sq ft

5583 Guide Meridian, Bellingham, WA 98226

About this home

Luxurious custom home on 5 private acres, 5 mins north of Bellingham. Timeless & well appointed home was built w/ high quality finishes/amenities. Magnificent entry w/ soaring ceilings, 2 sweeping staircases, & a dazzling chandelier. It's casual elegance includes: theater room, extra spice kitchen, 7 bedrooms (2 masters), formal dining, security system, A/C, 4 car garage, radiant floor heat, wired for generator, cascading pond, RV parking.This home has it all, All it needs is you...

Single-familyProperty Type

2005Year Built

5.16 acresLot Size

$299Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 garage spacesParking

Listed by Cherie Kukhahn • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Bought with Dean Ulrich • Coldwell Banker Bain

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1615761

Redfin Estimate

$1,674,831

$705K since sold in December 2020$61K since September

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 39.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.20M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,200,000
A
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B
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C
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D
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E
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F
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Market trends in 98226, WA

Last updated September 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

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160

26 MoM

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Sale history for 5583 Guide Meridian

Date

Event

Price

Dec 17, 2020

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1615761

$970,000

$173/sq ft

Nov 2, 2020

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1615761

—

Oct 20, 2020

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1615761

—

Jul 13, 2020

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1615761

$1,000,000

$179/sq ft

Jun 15, 2020

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1615761

$1,099,000

$196/sq ft

Aug 3, 2001

Sold

Public Records

$235,000

$42/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$12,419 (+8.4%)

$392,968 + $997,946

$1,390,914

2025

$11,462 (+15.9%)

$392,968 + $997,946

$1,390,914

2024

$9,885 (+5.0%)

$310,685 + $959,563

$1,270,248

2023

$9,414 (+9.9%)

$310,685 + $959,563

$1,270,248

2022

$8,569 (−10.7%)

$75,388 + $993,117

$1,068,505

2021

$9,595 (+13.7%)

$60,508 + $788,187

$848,695

2020

$8,438 (+21.4%)

$54,056 + $817,984

$872,040

2019

$6,949 (+16.2%)

$43,835 + $647,829

$691,664

2017

$5,980 (+2.7%)

$39,410 + $573,300

$612,710

2016

$5,824 (+6.4%)

$47,469 + $430,800

$478,269

2015

$5,475 (+1.3%)

$42,193 + $381,160

$423,353

2014

$5,405 (−2.6%)

$40,965 + $372,000

$412,965

2013

$5,549 (−16.2%)

$40,965 + $372,000

$412,965

2011

$6,620 (+12.4%)

$152,320 + $429,124

$581,444

2010

$5,891 (−8.7%)

$164,800 + $460,815

$625,615

2009

$6,455

$164,800 + $460,815

$625,615

Tax history for 5583 Guide Meridian

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$12,419 (+8.4%)

$392,968 + $997,946

$1,390,914

2025

$11,462 (+15.9%)

$392,968 + $997,946

$1,390,914

2024

$9,885 (+5.0%)

$310,685 + $959,563

$1,270,248

2023

$9,414 (+9.9%)

$310,685 + $959,563

$1,270,248

2022

$8,569 (−10.7%)

$75,388 + $993,117

$1,068,505

2021

$9,595 (+13.7%)

$60,508 + $788,187

$848,695

2020

$8,438 (+21.4%)

$54,056 + $817,984

$872,040

2019

$6,949 (+16.2%)

$43,835 + $647,829

$691,664

2017

$5,980 (+2.7%)

$39,410 + $573,300

$612,710

2016

$5,824 (+6.4%)

$47,469 + $430,800

$478,269

2015

$5,475 (+1.3%)

$42,193 + $381,160

$423,353

2014

$5,405 (−2.6%)

$40,965 + $372,000

$412,965

2013

$5,549 (−16.2%)

$40,965 + $372,000

$412,965

2011

$6,620 (+12.4%)

$152,320 + $429,124

$581,444

2010

$5,891 (−8.7%)

$164,800 + $460,815

$625,615

2009

$6,455

$164,800 + $460,815

$625,615

*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

224,770

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,600

Year built

2005

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3902254273630000

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Views, Green

Last updated by owner on Jun 18, 2022.

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: 4
Parking Features: RV Parking, Off Street
Garage Spaces: 4
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 7
# of Beds Upper: 6
# of Bedrooms Main: 1
Bedrooms Possible: 7

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 5
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Upper): 4
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Main): 1

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

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Upper

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Upper

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Upper

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Upper

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 14 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Main

Room 15 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 16 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 17 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

Room 18 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 19 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 20 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
# of Fireplaces Upper: 1
# of Fireplaces Main: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Built-In Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Loft, Security System, Water Heater
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Cement Planked, Stone

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 5,600
Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Realist
Site Features: Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Patio,Propane,RV Parking
Lot Features: Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 5.16
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,438
Tax Year: 2020

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Septic System, Electricity Available, Propane
Water Heater Location: Garage
Water Heater Type: Gas

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
High School District: Bellingham

Location Information
Directions: Property is on West side of Guide, North of Smith Rd. & South of Axton Rd. There are 2 stone pillars at entrance.
Topography: Level,Rolling

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 7
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,600
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 5.16 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3902254273630000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green

Home facts updated by owner on Jun 18, 2022

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Monday, June 15, 2020

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane

Home Information
Living Area: 5,600
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 5600
MLS Square Footage Source: Owner
Building Area Total: 5600
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Security Features: Security System
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Irene Reither Primary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.7mi

6/10

Meridian Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi

8/10

Meridian High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

6/10

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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

2/10 Heat Factor

7 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

Bellingham, WA • 98226

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 7.3 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

$1.59M – $1.93M

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