Listed by Scott Rorvig • Muljat Group. Bought with Keller Williams Western Realty.
Off market may 2020 for $615K
$865,762
3
bd
•
1.5 ba
•
1,300
sq ft
3879 Brown Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248
About this home
WOW! Picture perfect setting for this hobby farm on 11+/- acre site just minutes from Ferndale & I-5. The home is 3 beds & 2 baths w/wood floors, lots of windows, a cozy wood stove w/an open floorplan & all on 1 level. There are 3 outbuildings, and 3 separate parcels w/the house & 1 building on parcel #1(2.2 acres), 2 buildings on a buildable parcel #2(3 acres), & a 5.5 acre parcel(#3) accessible by bridge (unbuildable), but provides privacy & recreation. There's even a creek running through it!
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
10.7 acresLot Size
$666Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
10 car garageParking
Listed by Scott Rorvig• Muljat Group
Bought with Scott Mackenzie• Keller Williams Western Realty
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,300
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Whatcom County
APN
3901093002410000
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
Sep 2, 2015 • Final
Encroachment
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 10
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 10
Has Carport
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
Bedrooms Possible: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: None
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
# of Fireplaces Main: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
Appliances Included: See Remarks
Exterior
Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Brick, Wood
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,300
Style Code: 10 - 1 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good
Has View
Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture, Wooded
Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Realist
Site Features: Deck,Dog Run,Fenced-Partially,Gated Entry,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking,Shop
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 10.7
Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,167
Tax Year: 2020
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Water Company: Private Well
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: High Speed Internet, Septic System, Electricity Available, Wood
Water Heater Location: Bedroom closet
Water Heater Type: Electric
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: Ferndale High
High School District: Ferndale
Location Information
Directions: From I5 take exit 266 west onto Grandview. Follow to Olson Road and turn left then right onto Brown Road. Property is located between North Star Road and Kickerville Road.
Topography: Equestrian,Level,Rolling
Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,300
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3901093002410000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Wood
Home Information
Living Area: 1,300
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1300
MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
Building Area Total: 1300
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Security Features: Security Gate
Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Custer Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.5mi
4/10
Horizon Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
6/10
Ferndale High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
7 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.6 hours in
June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
7.6 hrs
1.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$823,000 – $996,000
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