Listed by Doug Nesbit • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with Preview Properties, Inc.
Off Market Dec 2013 for $275K
$838,090
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$2,067/mo
4
bd
•
3 ba
•
1,544
sq ft
3053 Behme Rd, Custer, WA 98240
About this home
Unique, private, quiet & sunny 5 acre setting with a large 4 bedroom home & shop! Enter the property through a row of pear trees to an open yard complete with apple & other fruit trees. This Gentleman's Farm has all of the elements including a huge separate shop, wrap around decking, big windows & skylights & a big rec room in the basement! The back 2 acres is wooded with potential for trails & Dakota Creek crosses behind the home on the property giving a beautiful winter view.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
4.73 acresLot Size
$543Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
8 car garageParking
Listed by Doug Nesbit• Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Bought with Staci Glasser• Preview Properties, Inc.
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$620,256
Est. take-home
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$3,231/mo
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Market trends in 98240, WA
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
96.6%
1.2% MoM
Median sale price
$845K
$45K MoM
Avg. days on market
14d
2 days MoM
Recently sold homes
6
1 MoM
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Sale history for 3053 Behme Rd
Date
Event
Price
Dec 6, 2013
Sold
Public Records
$275,000
$178/sq ft
Dec 11, 2013
Delisted
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #536269
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Dec 6, 2013
Sold (MLS) (Sold)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #536269
$275,000
$178/sq ft
Nov 27, 2013
Pending
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #536269
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Oct 28, 2013
Pending (Pending Inspection)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #536269
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Oct 11, 2013
Price Changed
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #536269
$300,000
$194/sq ft
Oct 3, 2013
Price Changed
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #536269
$319,000
$207/sq ft
Aug 26, 2013
Listed (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #536269
$339,000
$220/sq ft
Feb 10, 2004
Sold
Public Records
$295,000
$191/sq ft
Nov 23, 1999
Sold
Public Records
$225,800
$146/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,481 (+3.8%)
$328,475 + $350,547
$679,022
2025
$5,281 (+4.7%)
$328,475 + $350,547
$679,022
2024
$5,043 (−1.9%)
$368,080 + $337,064
$705,144
2023
$5,139 (+14.2%)
$368,080 + $337,064
$705,144
2022
$4,498 (+7.3%)
$236,871 + $383,607
$620,478
2021
$4,192 (−2.5%)
$187,990 + $304,447
$492,437
2020
$4,301 (+24.9%)
$159,314 + $258,006
$417,320
2019
$3,445 (−3.3%)
$134,366 + $217,602
$351,968
2017
$3,561 (+0.4%)
$121,050 + $196,038
$317,088
2016
$3,548 (+3.4%)
$121,088 + $172,583
$293,671
2015
$3,431
$113,887 + $162,320
$276,207
2014
$3,429 (+0.6%)
$111,467 + $158,871
$270,338
2013
$3,407 (−2.0%)
$111,467 + $158,871
$270,338
2011
$3,476 (+1.6%)
$115,212 + $164,208
$279,420
2010
$3,421 (+0.5%)
$142,440 + $179,845
$322,285
2009
$3,405
$142,440 + $179,845
$322,285
Tax history for 3053 Behme Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,481 (+3.8%)
$328,475 + $350,547
$679,022
2025
$5,281 (+4.7%)
$328,475 + $350,547
$679,022
2024
$5,043 (−1.9%)
$368,080 + $337,064
$705,144
2023
$5,139 (+14.2%)
$368,080 + $337,064
$705,144
2022
$4,498 (+7.3%)
$236,871 + $383,607
$620,478
2021
$4,192 (−2.5%)
$187,990 + $304,447
$492,437
2020
$4,301 (+24.9%)
$159,314 + $258,006
$417,320
2019
$3,445 (−3.3%)
$134,366 + $217,602
$351,968
2017
$3,561 (+0.4%)
$121,050 + $196,038
$317,088
2016
$3,548 (+3.4%)
$121,088 + $172,583
$293,671
2015
$3,431
$113,887 + $162,320
$276,207
2014
$3,429 (+0.6%)
$111,467 + $158,871
$270,338
2013
$3,407 (−2.0%)
$111,467 + $158,871
$270,338
2011
$3,476 (+1.6%)
$115,212 + $164,208
$279,420
2010
$3,421 (+0.5%)
$142,440 + $179,845
$322,285
2009
$3,405
$142,440 + $179,845
$322,285
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.73 Acres
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
2,206
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Whatcom County
APN
4001143251880000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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: 8
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 8
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Beds Upper: 2
# of Beds Lower: 2
Bedrooms Possible: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 2
# of Full Baths (Upper): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Upper): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Lower): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Upper
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Lower
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Lower
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Lower
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Upper
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Rec Room
Room Level: Lower
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Upper
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Upper
Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower
Room 13 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Upper
Room 14 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Lower
Room 15 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper
Room 16 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Upper
Basement Information
Basement Features: Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Both
# of Fireplaces Upper: 1
# of Fireplaces Lower: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceramic Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Wired for Generator, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Hot Tub/Spa, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Utilities: Cable Connected, Septic System, Electric, Wood, Individual Well
Water Heater Location: Basement
Water Heater Type: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished
School Information
Elementary School: Custer Elem
High School: Ferndale High
High School District: Ferndale
Location Information
Directions: From I-5 - Take Lynden BB exit #270, go east 50' then north on Valley View Rd 1.4 miles to Behme Rd, go east on Behme .75 miles to home. Drive through gate then back 500' to the home.
Topography: Level
Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,206
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.73 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 1988
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4001143251880000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Monday, August 26, 2013
Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Wood
Home Information
Living Area: 1,544
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1544
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 1544
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Slab
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Custer Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
4/10
Horizon Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.5mi
6/10
Ferndale High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.6mi
5/10
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 82° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.4 hours in
June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
7.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$797,000 – $964,000
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