Listed by Hunter Crim • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

For sale

$899,000

Est. $5,657/mo —

•

2,388

sq ft

4936 Elder Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248

About this home

Welcome to this beautiful Modern Farmhouse on 2.24 acres in Ferndale, WA. This 2,388 sq ft home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, an office, living room, family room, formal dining, & casual eat-in dining. The spacious primary suite offers plenty of room to relax, along with a beautiful 5-piece ensuite bath. The two upstairs bedrooms are also very spacious, each with a walk-in closet & a conveniently located bathroom between them. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, maple shaker cabinets, & all-new KitchenAid appliances. Lighting has been updated throughout. Hickory LVP flooring offers easy upkeep while adding to the warm farmhouse feel. Enjoy a covered wraparound front porch & covered back porch, perfect for relaxing & taking in the peaceful surroundings. The large yard is perfect for entertaining & offers plenty of space to create the outdoor setting that best suits your lifestyle. An outdoor fire pit creates a great space to gather with friends. The property also includes a 2.5-car garage plus an impressive 36’ x 36’ shop, providing plenty of room for vehicles, hobbies, projects, & storage. Enjoy the privacy & peaceful feel of acreage living while remaining conveniently close to Ferndale, Bellingham, shopping, dining, schools, & other amenities. Come see all this property has to offer before it’s too late!

Single-familyProperty Type

2001Year Built

2.24 acresLot Size

$376Price/Sq.Ft.

8 spacesParking

Listed by Hunter Crim • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Listing updated: Oct 15, 2026 at 09:18am

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2586993

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$5,657 per month

Principal and interest$4,967

Property taxes

$585

HOA dues

Home insurance

$105

Utilities

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Eagleridge Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi

5/10

Provided by GreatSchools

Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

4936 Elder Rd · $899,000

Strong offer

$907K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $907K+ is a strong offer

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 2% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median list price in this area is $641,996. (29% lower than this home)

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Ceiling fans
Dining room
Fireplace with gas insert
French doors
Vaulted ceilings
Walk-in closets
Water heater

Bedrooms
3 bedrooms total
2 bedrooms on the upper level
1 bedroom on the main level
Primary bedroom on the main level

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
1 full bathroom on the main level
1 full bathroom on the upper level
Half bathroom on the main level

Kitchen
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove/Range

Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Utility room on the main level
Water heater located in the garage (propane)

Flooring
Laminate
Vinyl plank
Carpet

Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
No central air

Sale and tax history for 4936 Elder Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,024 (+5.5%)

$239,443 + $579,664

$819,107

2025

$6,658 (+12.0%)

$239,443 + $579,664

$819,107

2024

$5,946 (+7.7%)

$242,553 + $587,174

$829,727

2023

$5,522 (+22.5%)

$242,553 + $587,174

$829,727

2022

$4,508 (−3.3%)

$190,986 + $462,335

$653,321

2021

$4,660 (−1.8%)

$157,840 + $329,392

$487,232

2020

$4,744 (+21.4%)

$139,467 + $322,948

$462,415

2019

$3,906 (−4.7%)

$121,253 + $280,772

$402,025

2017

$4,098 (−0.2%)

$104,080 + $241,006

$345,086

2016

$4,106 (+7.5%)

$104,080 + $241,006

$345,086

2015

$3,818 (−1.8%)

$89,528 + $222,536

$312,064

2014

$3,886 (−1.9%)

$89,528 + $222,536

$312,064

2013

$3,962 (+7.0%)

$89,528 + $222,536

$312,064

2011

$3,705 (+4.4%)

$93,823 + $232,387

$326,210

2010

$3,549 (+0.4%)

$113,040 + $237,770

$350,810

2009

$3,535

$113,040 + $237,770

$350,810

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.24 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

2,388

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

2,388

Year built

2001

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3901350470540000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 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

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, 8 days in 30 years

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Ferndale, WA • 98248

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

93/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 29% for direct sun exposure in Ferndale. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

11.4 hrs

4.9 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 4936 Elder Rd

$893,789

$5,211 under list price of $899K

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Rental earnings

Est. $3,100 per month, based on comparable rentals

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