Listed by Jen Sandoval • John L. Scott Bellingham. Bought with John L. Scott Bellingham.
Off Market Jun 2023 for $620K
$741,104
4
bd
•
2.5 ba
•
2,564
sq ft
2835 Thornton Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248
About this home
Looking for a spacious and charming property with lots of potential? This peaceful 5 acres is perfect for those who value privacy, comfort, and convenience. Close to town, with over 2,500 sqft of living space, this home boasts four bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, living rooms upstairs and down, and a 2 car garage. Unique Scandinavian details abound from the detailed trim, to the kitchen cooktop, to the built in Sauna. The large living room features vaulted ceilings and floor to ceiling windows that let in plenty of natural light and highlight a picturesque view of the quaint pond. The property includes a large back yard, hay barn, stables, and great pasture land. Come see all the potential!
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
4.73 acresLot Size
$289Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jen Sandoval• John L. Scott Bellingham
Bought with Nicole Tingvall• John L. Scott Bellingham
One story with basement home sat on a shy 5 acre private parcel. Cozy living room with vaulted wood beam ceilings. Three bedrooms plus one and a half bathrooms upstairs. Rec room, one bedroom, three-quarter bathroom with sauna. and flex space...
downstairs.  two car, detached garage. Pond, pasture, hay barn and stables. 
3 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Sharon Theeuwen
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 2835 Thornton Rd
Date
Event
Price
Jun 27, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2074437
$620,000
$242/sq ft
Jun 7, 2023
Pending
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2074437
—
Jun 1, 2023
Listed (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2074437
$550,000
$215/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,199 (+10.2%)
$338,220 + $250,640
$588,860
2025
$4,718 (−8.4%)
$338,220 + $250,640
$588,860
2024
$5,149 (+3.0%)
$379,000 + $333,443
$712,443
2023
$5,000 (+13.8%)
$379,000 + $333,443
$712,443
2022
$4,392 (+8.3%)
$227,820 + $358,791
$586,611
2021
$4,057 (−2.2%)
$180,809 + $284,752
$465,561
2020
$4,147 (+25.1%)
$153,227 + $241,315
$394,542
2019
$3,315 (−9.8%)
$129,232 + $203,526
$332,758
2017
$3,675 (−0.2%)
$116,425 + $183,356
$299,781
2016
$3,682 (+3.3%)
$122,363 + $180,340
$302,703
2015
$3,563 (+0.4%)
$115,086 + $169,615
$284,701
2014
$3,550 (+1.5%)
$112,641 + $166,012
$278,653
2013
$3,499 (+4.1%)
$112,641 + $166,012
$278,653
2011
$3,361 (+2.8%)
$116,425 + $171,589
$288,014
2010
$3,269 (+2.3%)
$140,075 + $175,385
$315,460
2009
$3,196
$140,075 + $175,385
$315,460
Tax history for 2835 Thornton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,199 (+10.2%)
$338,220 + $250,640
$588,860
2025
$4,718 (−8.4%)
$338,220 + $250,640
$588,860
2024
$5,149 (+3.0%)
$379,000 + $333,443
$712,443
2023
$5,000 (+13.8%)
$379,000 + $333,443
$712,443
2022
$4,392 (+8.3%)
$227,820 + $358,791
$586,611
2021
$4,057 (−2.2%)
$180,809 + $284,752
$465,561
2020
$4,147 (+25.1%)
$153,227 + $241,315
$394,542
2019
$3,315 (−9.8%)
$129,232 + $203,526
$332,758
2017
$3,675 (−0.2%)
$116,425 + $183,356
$299,781
2016
$3,682 (+3.3%)
$122,363 + $180,340
$302,703
2015
$3,563 (+0.4%)
$115,086 + $169,615
$284,701
2014
$3,550 (+1.5%)
$112,641 + $166,012
$278,653
2013
$3,499 (+4.1%)
$112,641 + $166,012
$278,653
2011
$3,361 (+2.8%)
$116,425 + $171,589
$288,014
2010
$3,269 (+2.3%)
$140,075 + $175,385
$315,460
2009
$3,196
$140,075 + $175,385
$315,460
*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
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.7 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,564
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Whatcom County
APN
3901240824970000
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
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
# of Beds Lower: 1
Bedrooms Possible: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Lower): 1
# of Bathtubs: 1
# of Showers: 2
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Lower
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Lower
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
# of Fireplaces Main: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central A/C
Interior Features
Interior Features: Laminate Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Sauna, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,StoveRange
Exterior
Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood
Property Information
Energy Source: Electric,Natural Gas
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,564
Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Fair
Has View
Land Information
Vegetation: Brush, Pasture
Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Barn,Deck,Stable
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 4.73
Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,000
Tax Year: 2023
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Community
Water Company: Thornton Water Association
Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Water Heater Location: Garage
Water Heater Type: Gas
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished
School Information
Elementary School: Eagleridge Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Horizon Mid
High School: Ferndale High
High School District: Ferndale
Location Information
Directions: Take Vista Dr, turn West on Thornton. Drive past Church road. Driveway will be on your left.
Topography: Equestrian,PartialSlope,Rolling
Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,564
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1974
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3901240824970000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold
Listing Date Information
Offers Review Date: Tuesday, June 6, 2023
On Market Date: Thursday, June 1, 2023
Green Information
Direction Faces: Northwest
Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas
Home Information
Living Area: 2,564
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2564
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 2564
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Block
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Eagleridge Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
4/10
Horizon Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Ferndale High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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, 18 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
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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
$705,000 – $853,000
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