Listed by Shirley Shirley • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. Bought with NWMLS-NonOffice.

Off market sep 2019 for $895K

$1,283,993

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,203/mo

•

3,000

sq ft

2953 Thornton Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248

About this home

Single-familyProperty Type

1965Year Built

38.5 acresLot Size

$428Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Shirley Shirley • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Bought with No Member Specified • NWMLS-NonOffice

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1525954

Redfin Estimate

$1,283,993

$389K since sold in September 2019$7,000 since October

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 63.5% higher than the average sale price ($786K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$999,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,731 sq ft
5962 April Ln, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD OCT 22, 2026
$569,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,668 sq ft
5845 Vista Dr, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$915,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,807 sq ft
3210 White Swan Ln, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$730,000
D
4 beds3 baths3,040 sq ft
2433 Crestline St, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$800,000
E
2 beds3 baths2,686 sq ft
6241 Olson Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$700,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,550 sq ft
6002 Ridgeview Pl, Ferndale, WA 98248
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Market trends in 98248, WA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.4%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$650K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

25d

8 days MoM

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Sale history for 2953 Thornton Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,002 (+9.5%)

$31,442 + $416,808

$448,250

2025

$3,653 (+14.5%)

$31,442 + $416,808

$448,250

2024

$3,190 (−25.7%)

$32,780 + $400,777

$433,557

2023

$4,291 (+13.1%)

$32,780 + $400,777

$433,557

2022

$3,795 (+13.1%)

$49,630 + $449,624

$499,254

2021

$3,355 (−2.8%)

$43,917 + $356,841

$400,758

2020

$3,451 (+23.6%)

$41,606 + $283,002

$324,608

2019

$2,791 (−7.7%)

$39,957 + $238,684

$278,641

2017

$3,023 (−0.1%)

$39,687 + $215,031

$254,718

2016

$3,027 (+3.1%)

$40,508 + $207,022

$247,530

2015

$2,936 (+1.0%)

$38,500 + $194,711

$233,211

2014

$2,906 (+3.0%)

$36,123 + $190,575

$226,698

2013

$2,823 (+7.5%)

$36,123 + $190,575

$226,698

2011

$2,625

$30,963 + $196,977

$227,940

Tax history for 2953 Thornton Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,002 (+9.5%)

$31,442 + $416,808

$448,250

2025

$3,653 (+14.5%)

$31,442 + $416,808

$448,250

2024

$3,190 (−25.7%)

$32,780 + $400,777

$433,557

2023

$4,291 (+13.1%)

$32,780 + $400,777

$433,557

2022

$3,795 (+13.1%)

$49,630 + $449,624

$499,254

2021

$3,355 (−2.8%)

$43,917 + $356,841

$400,758

2020

$3,451 (+23.6%)

$41,606 + $283,002

$324,608

2019

$2,791 (−7.7%)

$39,957 + $238,684

$278,641

2017

$3,023 (−0.1%)

$39,687 + $215,031

$254,718

2016

$3,027 (+3.1%)

$40,508 + $207,022

$247,530

2015

$2,936 (+1.0%)

$38,500 + $194,711

$233,211

2014

$2,906 (+3.0%)

$36,123 + $190,575

$226,698

2013

$2,823 (+7.5%)

$36,123 + $190,575

$226,698

2011

$2,625

$30,963 + $196,977

$227,940

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

38.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,732

Year built

1965

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3901234894680000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 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: 3
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 3
Has Carport
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

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

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

Basement Information
Basement Features: Finished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Both
# of Fireplaces Main: 1
# of Fireplaces Lower: 1

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Wired for Generator, Dining Room, Security System, Fireplace
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Brick

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 3,000
Style Code: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Realist
Site Features: Barn,Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Gated Entry,RV Parking
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 38.4999
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,791
Tax Year: 2019

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Community
Water Company: North Star Water
Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: Cable Connected, Septic System, Propane

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
Topography: Level,PartialSlope

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,732
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 38.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3901234894680000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Monday, September 30, 2019

Green Information
Power Production Type: Propane

Home Information
Living Area: 3,000
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 3000
MLS Square Footage Source: Owner
Building Area Total: 3000
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Slab
Structure Type: House
Levels: One

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Eagleridge Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi

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 81° 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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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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$1.22M – $1.48M

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Address	Redfin Estimate
3041 Thornton Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2408 Sq. Ft.	$795,274
2990 Thornton Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1823 Sq. Ft.	$507,814
3096 Thornton Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1814 Sq. Ft.	$1,236,342
6034 Olson Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 2571 Sq. Ft.	$1,130,904
6030 Barr Rd, Ferndale, WA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4263 Sq. Ft.	$1,819,349
6123 Olson Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2984 Sq. Ft.	$970,046
3052 Barr Ln, Ferndale, WA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3463 Sq. Ft.	$1,168,932

Address	Redfin Estimate
2865 Thornton Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1636 Sq. Ft.	$774,633
2835 Thornton Rd, Ferndale, WA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2564 Sq. Ft.	$725,842
6010 Olson Rd, Ferndale, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2259 Sq. Ft.	$789,646
6036 Olson Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1926 Sq. Ft.	$711,065
5946 Barr Rd, Ferndale, WA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2208 Sq. Ft.	$876,851
6168 Olson Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3583 Sq. Ft.	$1,036,405
3064 Barr Ln, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3182 Sq. Ft.	$1,227,520

Address	Redfin Estimate
3095 Thornton Rd, Ferndale, WA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3350 Sq. Ft.	$1,218,602
3050 Thornton Rd, Ferndale, WA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4352 Sq. Ft.	$1,332,847
6006 Barr Rd, Ferndale, WA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1368 Sq. Ft.	$671,430
6084 Olson Rd, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2787 Sq. Ft.	$899,210
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