If you’ve been looking for country living with convenient access to Bellingham, look no further. Welcome to 5594 Sand Rd! A cute 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,008 sqft home with a shop on a level, private acre. Step inside from the new Trex deck into a living room where built-ins and character from the home’s original design meet thoughtful updates throughout. The spacious kitchen offers loads of cabinet and counter space, stainless steel appliances, and an adjoining dining area perfect for meals around the table. The primary suite features a no-step shower and opens directly onto the back Trex deck, while a dedicated laundry/mudroom helps keep the rest of the home organized and clean. The entire home has been tastefully remodeled, with a large 832 sqft unfinished basement offering plenty of room to make it your own. Outside, the yard is full of character, with swings, open space, and room for garden beds, fruit trees, a flower farm, chickens, or whatever your version of homesteading looks like. The 864 sqft shop is the perfect spot to park a boat, work on projects, and take advantage of additional attic storage above. If you envision peace and quiet in the Whatcom County countryside, coffee on the deck, meals around the table, time in the yard, projects in the shop, and growing some of your own food, all while being just 13 minutes from a date night in Bellingham’s Barkley neighborhood, come see 5594 Sand Rd in person today!
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
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 85° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bellingham, WA • 98226
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 5594 Sand Rd
$578,624
$3,624 over list price of $575K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $645K to $985K.