Listed by Jessica Perrino • John L. Scott Bellingham.

PENDING

$1,395,000

Est. $8,619/mo —

•

3,590

sq ft

1788 Matz Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248

About this home

Extraordinary Ferndale estate set on 14.77 level & usable acres, just mins from I-5. This rare legacy property, tucked away on a quiet dead-end road, features a custom Spanish Mission-inspired 3BR, 2.75BA, 3,690 sqft home, completely rebuilt in 2005. Lush landscaping & an oversized wood door lead into a bright foyer w/ soaring ceilings & arched thresholds. The expansive bonus rm, perfect for gathering, features vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams & beautiful arched windows. A cozy living room, spacious kitchen w/ abundant cabinetry & breakfast area, dining rm w/ covered patio access, laundry rm & .75BA complete the thoughtful main level. Upstairs includes a full BA, 2 BRs & a spacious primary suite w/ dreamy walk-in closet & en suite BA w/ jetted tub & walk-in shower. The magic continues outside w/ open fields, a peaceful woodland area, mature fruit trees & multiple outbuildings, creating endless opportunities for equestrian use, hobby farming, multi-gen living, ADU potential, recreation & more. There's covered parking for 12+ vehicles & extensive shop & work space across multiple outbuildings including a nearly 4,000 sqft shop w/ numerous garage bays, workshop, 17'x9' hot tub/swim spa & multi-use flex rooms providing endless options for entertaining, hobbies, fitness & more. Additional structures include a substantial barn w/ workshop & abundant space for cars, stables, tractors or storage plus a secondary barn, separate storage building & dedicated firewood structure.

Single-familyProperty Type

1955Year Built

14.77 acresLot Size

$389Price/Sq.Ft.

24 spacesParking

Listed by Jessica Perrino • John L. Scott Bellingham

Listing updated: Aug 3, 2026 at 02:42pm

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2528236

Payment calculator

$8,619 per month

Principal and interest$7,519

Property taxes

$949

HOA dues

Home insurance

$151

Utilities

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Custer Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.6mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

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Market insights

1788 Matz Rd · $1,395,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 26 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 1% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $633,203. (55% lower than this home)

PRICE DROP

23% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Ceiling fans
Dining room
Fireplace (wood-burning)
French doors
Hot tub / spa
Jetted tub
Vaulted ceilings
Walk-in closets
Water heater (closet)

Bedrooms
3 bedrooms (all on upper level)

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 three-quarter bathroom
1 main-level bathroom

Kitchen
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove / range

Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer

Flooring
Ceramic tile
Carpet

Heating & cooling
Forced air heat
Heat pump (heating and cooling)
Central air

Sale and tax history for 1788 Matz Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$11,394 (+9.4%)

$430,761 + $884,927

$1,315,688

2025

$10,412 (+8.2%)

$430,761 + $884,927

$1,315,688

2024

$9,620 (−16.0%)

$482,700 + $850,891

$1,333,591

2023

$11,455 (+14.2%)

$482,700 + $850,891

$1,333,591

2022

$10,032 (+8.8%)

$496,450 + $855,872

$1,352,322

2021

$9,219 (−2.3%)

$394,005 + $679,256

$1,073,261

2020

$9,432 (+27.0%)

$333,902 + $575,640

$909,542

2019

$7,425 (−7.4%)

$281,613 + $485,495

$767,108

2017

$8,015

$253,705 + $437,383

$691,088

2016

$8,022 (+3.4%)

$248,614 + $428,709

$677,323

2015

$7,757 (+0.4%)

$233,830 + $403,215

$637,045

2014

$7,729 (+1.5%)

$228,863 + $394,649

$623,512

2013

$7,614 (+2.1%)

$228,863 + $394,649

$623,512

2011

$7,460 (+2.9%)

$236,550 + $407,906

$644,456

2010

$7,251 (+0.4%)

$310,400 + $406,865

$717,265

2009

$7,222

$310,400 + $406,865

$717,265

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

14.77 Acres

Year renovated

2005

Finished Sq. Ft.

3,590

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

3,590

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3902084303240000

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

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, 16 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

10 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years

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Ferndale, WA • 98248

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Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

94/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

11.7 hrs

5.2 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 1788 Matz Rd

$1,328,754

$66K under list price of $1.40M

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Rental earnings

Est. $3,492 per month, based on comparable rentals

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