OFF MARKET

Listed by Josh Shiflett • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. Bought with RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Off market sep 2018 for $355K

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Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,731/mo

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2,003

sq ft

2161 Zell Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248

About this home

Spacious farmhouse on nearly 5 acres with huge barn, numerous outbuildings, small apple orchard & more! Amazing property w/TONS OF POTENTIAL - must see! Horse corrals, pasture, storage buildings, barn, workshop & MORE. Home features an open floorplan, bright & spacious living rm w/grand 2-story windows, 2 woodstoves, 3 bedrms. Nice open kitchen, updated full bathrm. Master w/ensuite 3/4 bath & walk-in closet. Could be your dream farm w/a little TLC!

ManufacturedProperty Type

1919Year Built

4.66 acresLot Size

$177Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Josh Shiflett • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Bought with Josh Shiflett • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1308293

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Market trends in 98248, WA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.0%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$655K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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Redfin agents who toured

4.6 acres of flat farmland with multiple outbuildings, barn and two story home. TLC and updating needed. 1919 farmhouse with character. Open usable land with southern exposure. .
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Sharon Theeuwen
Redfin Associate agent
Flat shy 5 acre parcel with farmhouse and multiple outbuildings. Home and buildings need work. Pastures, horse corrals plus workshop and barn.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Sharon Theeuwen
Redfin Associate agent

Sale history for 2161 Zell Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,726 (+4.3%)

$300,806 + $276,324

$577,130

2025

$4,529 (+4.3%)

$300,806 + $276,324

$577,130

2024

$4,341 (+23.5%)

$333,487 + $265,696

$599,183

2023

$3,514 (+14.2%)

$333,487 + $265,696

$599,183

2022

$3,076 (+6.8%)

$115,941 + $304,363

$420,304

2021

$2,881 (−2.4%)

$92,702 + $241,555

$334,257

2020

$2,951 (+24.6%)

$79,469 + $204,707

$284,176

2019

$2,368 (+252.0%)

$67,873 + $172,650

$240,523

2017

$673 (+1.3%)

$61,690 + $155,541

$217,231

2016

$664 (+2.7%)

$62,498 + $112,077

$174,575

2015

$646 (+0.4%)

$54,368 + $105,413

$159,781

2014

$644 (−0.7%)

$53,213 + $103,173

$156,386

2013

$649 (−72.4%)

$53,213 + $103,173

$156,386

2011

$2,348

$55,000 + $106,639

$161,639

Tax history for 2161 Zell Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,726 (+4.3%)

$300,806 + $276,324

$577,130

2025

$4,529 (+4.3%)

$300,806 + $276,324

$577,130

2024

$4,341 (+23.5%)

$333,487 + $265,696

$599,183

2023

$3,514 (+14.2%)

$333,487 + $265,696

$599,183

2022

$3,076 (+6.8%)

$115,941 + $304,363

$420,304

2021

$2,881 (−2.4%)

$92,702 + $241,555

$334,257

2020

$2,951 (+24.6%)

$79,469 + $204,707

$284,176

2019

$2,368 (+252.0%)

$67,873 + $172,650

$240,523

2017

$673 (+1.3%)

$61,690 + $155,541

$217,231

2016

$664 (+2.7%)

$62,498 + $112,077

$174,575

2015

$646 (+0.4%)

$54,368 + $105,413

$159,781

2014

$644 (−0.7%)

$53,213 + $103,173

$156,386

2013

$649 (−72.4%)

$53,213 + $103,173

$156,386

2011

$2,348

$55,000 + $106,639

$161,639

*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

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Lot depth

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Lot size

4.53 Acres

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

2,003

Year built

1919

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

4002314672270000

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
Parking Features: RV Parking

Interior

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

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

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

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

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Upper

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating

Interior Features
Interior Features: Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate, Ceiling Fan(s), French Doors, Loft, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Included: Range/Oven,Refrigerator

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Additional Dwelling,Built On Lot,Manufactured Home
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,003
Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture

Lot Information
Lot Number: 1
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Arena-Outdoor,Barn,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Outbuildings,Propane,RV Parking,Shop
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Open Space, Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 4.66
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,793
Tax Year: 2018

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Water Company: Well
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: Septic System, Electricity Available, Propane, Wood, Individual Well

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

School Information
Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
Middle Or Junior High School: Buyer To Verify
High School: Buyer To Verify
High School District: Ferndale

Location Information
Directions: Guide Meridian, W on Birch Bay Lynden Road, S on Woodland Road, Right onto Zell Road, residence on your Left.
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,003
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.53 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1919
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4002314672270000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Friday, June 8, 2018

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 2,003
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2003
MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
Building Area Total: 2003
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Building Name: Am Zell Rd Manor SP
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main

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Schools

Custer Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi

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

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 83° expected this year, 17 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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Historical weather

Ferndale, WA • 98248

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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.

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Home values near 2161 Zell Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2030 Zell Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2044 Sq. Ft.	$717,519
2193 Zell Rd, Ferndale, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 988 Sq. Ft.	$574,430

Address	Redfin Estimate
2092 Zell Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2484 Sq. Ft.	$860,770
2196 Zell Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2500 Sq. Ft.	$769,917

Address	Redfin Estimate
2185 Zell Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2066 Sq. Ft.	$518,472
2066 Zell Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2090 Sq. Ft.	$890,297

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