Listed by Nancy Braam • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. Bought with RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Off Market Sep 2016 for $390K
$791,113
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$2,466/mo
4
bd
•
2.5 ba
•
2,444
sq ft
3188 Behme Rd, Custer, WA 98240
About this home
Traditional farmhouse on 3 1/2 acres. Hundreds of planted trees for a peaceful and private country setting. Formal living and dining room, family room and country kitchen are on the main floor. 4 bedrooms and 2 baths upstairs. The kitchen has granite counters and lots of workspace. Over-sized 2 car garage. The koi pond with waterfall sits right off the large deck and makes a perfect place to enjoy life in general. The property is completely fenced and has a security gate. Blaine city water.
Single-familyProperty Type
1992Year Built
3.43 acresLot Size
$324Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Nancy Braam• RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Bought with Laura Sanderson• RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
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$3,430/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 3188 Behme Rd
Date
Event
Price
Sep 1, 2016
Sold
Public Records
$390,000
$160/sq ft
Sep 1, 2016
Delisted
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #963832
—
Sep 1, 2016
Sold (MLS) (Sold)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #963832
$390,000
$160/sq ft
Aug 6, 2016
Pending
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #963832
—
Jul 26, 2016
Price Changed
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #963832
$409,000
$167/sq ft
Jul 22, 2016
Relisted (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #963832
—
Jul 15, 2016
Pending (Pending Inspection)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #963832
—
Jul 5, 2016
Price Changed
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #963832
$419,000
$171/sq ft
Jun 21, 2016
Listed (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #963832
$429,000
$176/sq ft
Sep 18, 1998
Sold
Public Records
$225,000
$92/sq ft
Mar 22, 1991
Sold
Public Records
$57,200
$23/sq ft
Jun 21, 1984
Sold
Public Records
$77,500
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,561 (+4.2%)
$312,697 + $376,315
$689,012
2025
$5,335 (+5.2%)
$312,697 + $376,315
$689,012
2024
$5,070 (−2.1%)
$350,400 + $361,841
$712,241
2023
$5,181 (+13.7%)
$350,400 + $361,841
$712,241
2022
$4,555 (+7.3%)
$185,935 + $442,589
$628,524
2021
$4,246 (−2.5%)
$147,566 + $351,258
$498,824
2020
$4,357 (+24.9%)
$125,056 + $297,675
$422,731
2019
$3,489 (−7.5%)
$105,472 + $251,060
$356,532
2017
$3,770 (+0.4%)
$95,020 + $226,180
$321,200
2016
$3,757 (+3.4%)
$92,992 + $218,134
$311,126
2015
$3,633
$87,462 + $205,162
$292,624
2014
$3,630 (+0.6%)
$85,604 + $200,804
$286,408
2013
$3,607 (+2.0%)
$85,604 + $200,804
$286,408
2011
$3,535 (+2.9%)
$88,480 + $207,549
$296,029
2010
$3,435 (+0.5%)
$108,100 + $215,500
$323,600
2009
$3,419
$108,100 + $215,500
$323,600
Tax history for 3188 Behme Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,561 (+4.2%)
$312,697 + $376,315
$689,012
2025
$5,335 (+5.2%)
$312,697 + $376,315
$689,012
2024
$5,070 (−2.1%)
$350,400 + $361,841
$712,241
2023
$5,181 (+13.7%)
$350,400 + $361,841
$712,241
2022
$4,555 (+7.3%)
$185,935 + $442,589
$628,524
2021
$4,246 (−2.5%)
$147,566 + $351,258
$498,824
2020
$4,357 (+24.9%)
$125,056 + $297,675
$422,731
2019
$3,489 (−7.5%)
$105,472 + $251,060
$356,532
2017
$3,770 (+0.4%)
$95,020 + $226,180
$321,200
2016
$3,757 (+3.4%)
$92,992 + $218,134
$311,126
2015
$3,633
$87,462 + $205,162
$292,624
2014
$3,630 (+0.6%)
$85,604 + $200,804
$286,408
2013
$3,607 (+2.0%)
$85,604 + $200,804
$286,408
2011
$3,535 (+2.9%)
$88,480 + $207,549
$296,029
2010
$3,435 (+0.5%)
$108,100 + $215,500
$323,600
2009
$3,419
$108,100 + $215,500
$323,600
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,444
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Whatcom County
APN
4001141602900000
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: 2
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Beds Upper: 4
Bedrooms Possible: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Upper): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Upper): 1
Basement Information
Basement Features: None
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Lower: 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Range/Oven
Exterior
Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Cement/Concrete, Wood Products
Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,444
Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good
Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded
Lot Information
Lot Number: 1
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Fully,High Speed Internet,Propane
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 3.43
Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,758
Tax Year: 2016
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, USDA Loan
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: City of Blaine
Power Company: City of Blaine
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Septic System, Propane
Water Heater Location: Garage
Water Heater Type: Propane
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
School Information
Elementary School: Custer Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Horizon Mid
High School: Ferndale High
High School District: Ferndale
Location Information
Directions: From exit 270 go East then immediate N on Valley View, East (rt) on Behme. House on the left.
Topography: Level,Rolling
Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,444
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4001141602900000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Green Information
Power Production Type: Propane
Home Information
Living Area: 2,444
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2444
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 2444
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Building Name: Am Cram SP
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Custer Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.8mi
4/10
Horizon Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.8mi
6/10
Ferndale High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.9mi
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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 82° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Custer, WA • 98240
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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
1.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$752,000 – $910,000
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