OFF MARKET

Listed by Doug Nesbit • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Off Market Dec 2020 for $787K

$1,272,378

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,767/mo

•

1,908

sq ft

4459 Decatur Dr, Ferndale, WA 98248

About this home

Incredible Sid Nesbit-designed home with sunny southern facing 267' waterfront triple lot overlooking the San Juans and Mt Baker. This home was custom built to showcase outstanding views and wildlife watching with a sense of privacy; then tastefully updated with a new kitchen, sunroom, paint, custom lighting and window treatments. Western Solar panels. Master suite has spectacular views, heated bathroom floor and private deck. Main floor office/bedroom. 2 car garage. Golf, Tennis, Pool, Marina.

Single-familyProperty Type

2018Year Built

0.63 acresLot Size

$667Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Doug Nesbit • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Bought with John Irion • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Redfin checked: a few seconds ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1678500

Redfin Estimate

$1,272,378

$485K since sold in December 2020$13K since July

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This home's estimate is 91.2% higher than the average sale price ($665K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 28, 2025
$649,990
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,099 sq ft
5588 Farmstead Pl #33, Ferndale, WA 98248
SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$625,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths1,909 sq ft
5571 Clearview Dr, Ferndale, WA 98248
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$518,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,050 sq ft
4463 Moresby Way, Ferndale, WA 98248
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$645,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,100 sq ft
5579 Clearview Dr, Ferndale, WA 98248
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$910,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,169 sq ft
2769 Jenjar Ave, Ferndale, WA 98248
SOLD MAY 7, 2026
$645,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,749 sq ft
5433 Cirrus Ct, Ferndale, WA 98248

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Market trends in 98248, WA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.7%

+0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$645K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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Gabrielle Balolia • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
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3 beds2.5 baths2,300 sq ft
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Chris Boyd • COMPASS
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$449,000
3 beds3 baths980 sq ft
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Joe Wystup • John L. Scott Bellingham
$650,000
3 beds2 baths1,504 sq ft
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Peter Roberts • John L. Scott Bellingham
3D WALKTHROUGH
$824,990
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$669,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,914 sq ft
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Sy Hashimi • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
$1,099,000
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3962 Saltspring Dr, Ferndale, WA 98248
Mike Bredeson • Muljat Group
$579,000
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Sale history for 4459 Decatur Dr

Date

Event

Price

Dec 16, 2020

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1678500

$787,467

$413/sq ft

Dec 3, 2020

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1678500

—

Nov 2, 2020

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1678500

—

Oct 26, 2020

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1678500

$1,290,000

$676/sq ft

Dec 2, 2019

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1533491

$599,000

$314/sq ft

Nov 5, 2019

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1533491

—

Oct 21, 2019

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1533491

—

Oct 19, 2019

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1533491

$599,000

$314/sq ft

Jan 24, 2005

Sold

Public Records

$20,000

$10/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,526 (+6.4%)

$225,891 + $544,781

$770,672

2025

$6,136 (+2.6%)

$225,891 + $544,781

$770,672

2024

$5,978 (−2.0%)

$244,758 + $605,930

$850,688

2023

$6,100 (+14.2%)

$244,758 + $605,930

$850,688

2022

$5,343 (+45.4%)

$214,700 + $531,522

$746,222

2021

$3,673 (−6.0%)

$190,000 + $405,494

$595,494

2020

$3,908 (+33.7%)

$83,219 + $286,806

$370,025

2019

$2,922 (+1,138.1%)

$68,088 + $233,343

$301,431

2017

$236 (+5.9%)

$20,850

2016

$223 (−59.0%)

$19,725

2015

$544 (−2.2%)

$46,000

2014

$556 (+54.1%)

$46,000

2013

$361 (+6.6%)

$46,000

2011

$338 (+10.0%)

$30,000

2010

$308 (−0.9%)

$30,000

2009

$310

$30,000

Tax history for 4459 Decatur Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,526 (+6.4%)

$225,891 + $544,781

$770,672

2025

$6,136 (+2.6%)

$225,891 + $544,781

$770,672

2024

$5,978 (−2.0%)

$244,758 + $605,930

$850,688

2023

$6,100 (+14.2%)

$244,758 + $605,930

$850,688

2022

$5,343 (+45.4%)

$214,700 + $531,522

$746,222

2021

$3,673 (−6.0%)

$190,000 + $405,494

$595,494

2020

$3,908 (+33.7%)

$83,219 + $286,806

$370,025

2019

$2,922 (+1,138.1%)

$68,088 + $233,343

$301,431

2017

$236 (+5.9%)

$20,850

2016

$223 (−59.0%)

$19,725

2015

$544 (−2.2%)

$46,000

2014

$556 (+54.1%)

$46,000

2013

$361 (+6.6%)

$46,000

2011

$338 (+10.0%)

$30,000

2010

$308 (−0.9%)

$30,000

2009

$310

$30,000

*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

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,970 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,908

Year built

2018

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3801100244760000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.

RR3

Rural Residential District

The purpose of the Residential Rural District is to maintain the low density rural residential character of the areas designated as rural neighborhoods or rural communities 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 provide the opportunity for the development of building sites which maximize the efficient use of both energy and land by allowing an option for clustering of residential lots.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Recreation
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Beds Upper: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 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 (Upper): 1
# of Half Baths (Upper): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Main): 1

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

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Upper

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
# of Fireplaces Main: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ductless HP-Mini Split, Ceramic Tile, Fir/Softwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Dining Room, High Tech Cabling, Security System, Solarium/Atrium, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Wired for Generator, Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Softwood, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Range/Oven,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Cement Planked

Pool Information
Pool Type: Community
Pool Features: Community

Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Bank-Low, Saltwater, Sound, Strait
Waterfront Footage: 267

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,908
Sq. Ft. Unfinished: 585
Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Cable TV,Deck,Dog Run,Fenced-Fully,Green House,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Dead End Street, Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.63
Lot Size Dimensions: 267 x 120 x 235 x 120
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,690
Tax Year: 2020

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: SPIC
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Sewer Connected
Sewer Company: Lummi Sewer
Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Sewer Connected, Electric, Solar, Wood
Water Heater Location: garage
Water Heater Type: electric

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

HOA Information
Association Fee: $58
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

School Information
Elementary School: Eagleridge Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Horizon Mid
High School: Ferndale High
High School District: Ferndale

Location Information
Bus Line Nearby: true
Directions: From I-5, take Exit 260 Slater Rd, Go west over freeway on Slater 6 miles to Lake Terrell Rd, Left on Lake Terrell rd, Right on Waldron, Left on Orcas Then Left on Decatur. House on Water side.
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Community Features: Boat Launch, Club House, Golf
Common Interest: Residential

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,908
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2018
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3801100244760000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
Offers Review Date: Monday, November 2, 2020
On Market Date: Monday, October 26, 2020

Green Information
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Power Production Type: Electric, Solar (Unspecified), Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 1,908
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1908
MLS Square Footage Source: assessor
Building Area Total: 1908
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Post & Pillar
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main

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Schools

Eagleridge Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.8mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.2mi

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

8 days above 81° expected this year, 22 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, 8 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 7.9 hours in June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.21M – $1.46M

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Home values near 4459 Decatur Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4444 Decatur Drive, Ferndale, WA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2400 Sq. Ft.	$772,780
4432 Decatur Drive, Ferndale, WA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2800 Sq. Ft.	$865,396

Address	Redfin Estimate
4456 Decatur Drive, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2004 Sq. Ft.	$582,492
4461 Decatur Drive, Ferndale, WA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1985 Sq. Ft.	$836,754

Address	Redfin Estimate
4427 Decatur Drive, Ferndale, WA 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1017 Sq. Ft.	$583,517
4446 Decatur Drive, Ferndale, WA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2753 Sq. Ft.	$882,751

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