OFF MARKET

Listed by Renay Daniels • John L. Scott Bellingham. Bought with eXp Realty.

Off Market Aug 2025 for $1M

$1,139,540

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,957/mo

•

3,111

sq ft

688 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA 98229

About this home

A rare blend of heritage and modern luxury—this beautifully reimagined 1900 farmhouse sits on 4.92 sunlit acres just minutes from Fairhaven. Featuring a detached 797 sq. feet 1BD ADU with a private yard that offers ideal guest or rental space. Modernized upgrades include a new 50 year roof, new flooring, electrical, a net-zero solar panel system & new insulation. The chefs kitchen opens to a stunning sunroom with mountain views. This home provides a 1,421 sq. feet unfinished basement. The entire upper floor has been transformed into a private primary suite with a spa-like bath & walk-in closet. Enjoy stables, a year-round creek & direct access to Chuckanut trails—your serene country escape awaits!

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

4.92 acresLot Size

$366Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Renay Daniels • John L. Scott Bellingham

Listed by Torrey Daniels • John L. Scott Bellingham

Bought with Margaret Warner • eXp Realty

Bought with Kimberly Secord • eXp Realty

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2397551

Redfin Estimate

$1,139,540

$90K since sold in August 2025$17K since July

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$715,000
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B
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$817,000
C
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D
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SOLD MAR 6, 2026
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F
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Market trends in 98229, WA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.8%

0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$731K

$22K MoM

Avg. days on market

2 days MoM

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141

31 MoM

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Sale history for 688 Old Samish Rd

Date

Event

Price

Aug 19, 2025

Sold

Public Records

$1,050,280

$338/sq ft

Aug 19, 2025

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2397551

$1,050,000

$338/sq ft

Jul 6, 2025

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2397551

—

Jun 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2397551

$1,100,000

$354/sq ft

Oct 1, 2021

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1818963

$600,000

$193/sq ft

Aug 27, 2021

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1818963

—

Aug 5, 2021

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1818963

$625,000

$201/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$9,755 (+16.4%)

$368,344 + $646,471

$1,014,815

2025

$8,381 (+6.8%)

$368,344 + $646,471

$1,014,815

2024

$7,844 (+22.5%)

$401,244 + $530,880

$932,124

2023

$6,403 (+2.7%)

$401,244 + $530,880

$932,124

2022

$6,237 (+16.5%)

$290,752 + $384,688

$675,440

2021

$5,353 (−3.0%)

$252,827 + $334,511

$587,338

2020

$5,519 (+17.1%)

$214,260 + $283,484

$497,744

2019

$4,712 (+6.7%)

$184,922 + $241,080

$426,002

2017

$4,415 (+7.6%)

$162,356 + $211,661

$374,017

2016

$4,105 (+0.9%)

$153,841 + $200,560

$354,401

2015

$4,068 (+0.1%)

$143,907 + $187,609

$331,516

2014

$4,063 (+1.0%)

$141,920 + $185,019

$326,939

2013

$4,023 (+6.0%)

$141,920 + $185,019

$326,939

2011

$3,795 (+5.6%)

$146,340 + $194,136

$340,476

2010

$3,593 (+8.6%)

$162,600 + $203,285

$365,885

2009

$3,309

$162,600 + $203,285

$365,885

Tax history for 688 Old Samish Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$9,755 (+16.4%)

$368,344 + $646,471

$1,014,815

2025

$8,381 (+6.8%)

$368,344 + $646,471

$1,014,815

2024

$7,844 (+22.5%)

$401,244 + $530,880

$932,124

2023

$6,403 (+2.7%)

$401,244 + $530,880

$932,124

2022

$6,237 (+16.5%)

$290,752 + $384,688

$675,440

2021

$5,353 (−3.0%)

$252,827 + $334,511

$587,338

2020

$5,519 (+17.1%)

$214,260 + $283,484

$497,744

2019

$4,712 (+6.7%)

$184,922 + $241,080

$426,002

2017

$4,415 (+7.6%)

$162,356 + $211,661

$374,017

2016

$4,105 (+0.9%)

$153,841 + $200,560

$354,401

2015

$4,068 (+0.1%)

$143,907 + $187,609

$331,516

2014

$4,063 (+1.0%)

$141,920 + $185,019

$326,939

2013

$4,023 (+6.0%)

$141,920 + $185,019

$326,939

2011

$3,795 (+5.6%)

$146,340 + $194,136

$340,476

2010

$3,593 (+8.6%)

$162,600 + $203,285

$365,885

2009

$3,309

$162,600 + $203,285

$365,885

*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

4.92 Acres

Year renovated

1968

Sq. Ft.

2,314

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3703172891670000

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: 3
Parking Features: Detached Carport, Driveway
Has Carport

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Beds Upper: 1
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
Bedrooms Possible: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 3
# of Full Baths (Upper): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 2
# of Three Quarter Baths (Main): 1
# of Bathtubs: 3
# of Showers: 4

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Kitchen Without Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 14 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full

Room 15 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: Unfinished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Ductless, Stove/Free Standing
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central A/C

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Solarium/Atrium, Walk-in Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Second Living Quarters Information
ADU # of Beds: 1
ADU # of Baths: 1

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Construction Materials: Metal/Vinyl, Wood
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl, Wood

Property Information
Energy Source: Electric,Propane,Wood
Sq. Ft. Finished: 3,111
Style Code: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Tax Records
Site Features: Barn,Cable TV,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,Shop,Stable
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Dirt Road
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 4.92
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,843.83
Tax Year: 2024

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Water Catchment System
Water Company: Private Water Catchment System
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Cable Connected: Xfinity
Internet Connected: Xfinity

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Larrabee Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Fairhaven Mid
High School: Sehome High
High School District: Bellingham

Location Information
Bus Line Nearby: false
Directions: From Old Fairhaven Parkway, Turn onto 30th Street, Turn onto Old Samish Road in 0.9 Miles, Follow for 1.2 Miles then turn onto 688 Old Samish Road.
Topography: Level,Partial Slope

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,314
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.92 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1968
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3703172891670000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Buyer Brokerage Compensation: 2.5
Buyer Brokerage Compensation Type: %
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 3,111
Calculated Square Footage: 3908
MLS Square Footage Source: Tax Records
Building Area Total: 3111
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Year Built Effective: 1968
Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main

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Schools

Wade King Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi

7/10

Fairhaven Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi

8/10

Sehome High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi

9/10

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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

1/10 Heat Factor

8 days above 83° expected this year, 19 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, 10 days in 30 years

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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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Estimated sale price

$1.08M – $1.31M

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Home values near 688 Old Samish Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
834 Old Samish Rd Apt 8, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 712 Sq. Ft.	$782,407
684 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1488 Sq. Ft.	$1,117,184

Address	Redfin Estimate
834 Old Samish Rd Apt 2, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 924 Sq. Ft.	$130,007
834 Old Samish Rd Apt 5, Bellingham, WA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 396 Sq. Ft.	$294,387

Address	Redfin Estimate
834 Old Samish Rd Apt 1, Bellingham, WA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 396 Sq. Ft.	$227,222
834 Old Samish Rd Apt 4, Bellingham, WA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 396 Sq. Ft.	$319,954

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