OFF MARKET

Listed by Julie Carpenter • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. Bought with Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Off Market Oct 2017 for $525K

$739,913

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,315/mo

•

1,914

sq ft

787 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA 98229

About this home

Here's your once in a lifetime opportunity to own a secluded mini-farm just south of Fairhaven! This 4.79 acres has a traditional farm house that retains original character while benefiting from lots of TLC. You get real wood floors, a separate but connected office/ guest room, a shop, garage & a working barn. Come see the mature fruit trees and raspberry patch, lots of privacy & room to wander, ready for your gardening. Relax on the new deck enjoying your domain & the fruit trees of the land.

Single-familyProperty Type

1915Year Built

4.79 acresLot Size

$387Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Julie Carpenter • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Bought with Renata Mason • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1187717

Redfin Estimate

$739,913

$215K since sold in October 2017$2,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 19.8% lower than the average sale price ($923K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$885,000
A
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SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$720,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,930 sq ft
2366 Yew Street Rd, Bellingham, WA 98229
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$1,090,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,885 sq ft
2814 40th St, Bellingham, WA 98229
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$975,000
D
4 beds2 baths2,096 sq ft
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SOLD MAR 20, 2026
$1,050,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,815 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 20, 2026
$817,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,104 sq ft
2400 38th St, Bellingham, WA 98229

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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

Recently sold homes

141

31 MoM

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Redfin agents who toured

Very neat older home in a private location. Lots of original features throughout the home. A couple of different large outside storage areas. Yard is full of fruit trees and natural vegetation.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Shaunn Murphy
Redfin Associate agent

Sale history for 787 Old Samish Rd

Date

Event

Price

Oct 18, 2017

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1187717

$525,000

$274/sq ft

Sep 27, 2017

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1187717

—

Sep 8, 2017

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1187717

—

Sep 1, 2017

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1187717

$525,000

$274/sq ft

Apr 9, 2009

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #29025167

$465,000

$243/sq ft

Feb 23, 2009

Delisted

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #29025167

—

Feb 18, 2009

Listed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #29025167

$465,000

$243/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,762 (+0.9%)

$394,547 + $518,195

$912,742

2025

$8,684 (+6.8%)

$394,547 + $518,195

$912,742

2024

$8,128 (+22.5%)

$467,239 + $498,290

$965,529

2023

$6,635 (+3.1%)

$467,239 + $498,290

$965,529

2022

$6,439 (+16.2%)

$338,572 + $361,072

$699,644

2021

$5,543 (−3.0%)

$294,410 + $313,976

$608,386

2020

$5,715 (+43.0%)

$249,500 + $266,081

$515,581

2019

$3,996 (+6.7%)

$178,427 + $182,318

$360,745

2017

$3,745 (+7.5%)

$156,654 + $160,071

$316,725

2016

$3,482 (+0.9%)

$148,438 + $151,676

$300,114

2015

$3,450 (+0.1%)

$138,852 + $141,881

$280,733

2014

$3,446 (+3.3%)

$136,935 + $139,922

$276,857

2013

$3,334 (+6.2%)

$136,935 + $139,922

$276,857

2011

$3,141 (+5.2%)

$138,330 + $143,322

$281,652

2010

$2,986 (+8.6%)

$153,700 + $150,075

$303,775

2009

$2,751

$153,700 + $150,075

$303,775

Tax history for 787 Old Samish Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,762 (+0.9%)

$394,547 + $518,195

$912,742

2025

$8,684 (+6.8%)

$394,547 + $518,195

$912,742

2024

$8,128 (+22.5%)

$467,239 + $498,290

$965,529

2023

$6,635 (+3.1%)

$467,239 + $498,290

$965,529

2022

$6,439 (+16.2%)

$338,572 + $361,072

$699,644

2021

$5,543 (−3.0%)

$294,410 + $313,976

$608,386

2020

$5,715 (+43.0%)

$249,500 + $266,081

$515,581

2019

$3,996 (+6.7%)

$178,427 + $182,318

$360,745

2017

$3,745 (+7.5%)

$156,654 + $160,071

$316,725

2016

$3,482 (+0.9%)

$148,438 + $151,676

$300,114

2015

$3,450 (+0.1%)

$138,852 + $141,881

$280,733

2014

$3,446 (+3.3%)

$136,935 + $139,922

$276,857

2013

$3,334 (+6.2%)

$136,935 + $139,922

$276,857

2011

$3,141 (+5.2%)

$138,330 + $143,322

$281,652

2010

$2,986 (+8.6%)

$153,700 + $150,075

$303,775

2009

$2,751

$153,700 + $150,075

$303,775

*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

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4.79 Acres

Year renovated

1992

Sq. Ft.

1,606

Year built

1915

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3703174300430000

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: 1
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Beds Upper: 2
# of Bedrooms Main: 1
Bedrooms Possible: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Full Baths (Upper): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Kitchen Without Eating Space
Room Level: Main

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

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Upper

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling

Interior Features
Interior Features: Heat Pump, Ductless HP-Mini Split, Ceramic Tile, Fir/Softwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Softwood, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,914
Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Barn,Deck,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings
Zoning Jurisdiction: City
Lot Features: Dead End Street, Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 4.79
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,482
Tax Year: 2017

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, Farm Home Loan, FHA, Private Financing Available, VA Loan, State Bond, USDA Loan
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private, See Remarks, Shared Well
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: High Speed Internet, Septic System, Propane
Water Heater Type: Rinnai On-Demand

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
Middle Or Junior High School: Fairhaven Mid
High School: Sehome High
High School District: Bellingham

Location Information
Directions: From I-5, West on Fairhaven Prkwy, left on 30th, L on Old Samish, Past Pine & Cedar Lakes Trailhead, Right at black mailboxes marked w/green ribbon, Left at fork.
Topography: Level,PartialSlope

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,606
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 4.79 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3703174300430000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Friday, September 1, 2017

Green Information
Power Production Type: Propane

Home Information
Living Area: 1,914
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1914
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 1914
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main

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Schools

Wade King Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi

7/10

Fairhaven Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi

8/10

Sehome High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

8 days above 82° expected this year, 20 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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$703,000 – $851,000

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Home values near 787 Old Samish Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
834 Old Samish Road Unit 8, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 712 Sq. Ft.	$782,407
915 Old Samish Road, Bellingham, WA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 924 Sq. Ft.	$306,998

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

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

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