OFF MARKET

Listed by Josh Shiflett • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. Bought with RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Off market jun 2019 for $490K

$963,165

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,917/mo

•

3,600

sq ft

5044 Elder Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248

About this home

Super spacious home on 11.5 beautiful acres w/incredible Mt Baker views! Enter into the large living rm w/vaulted ceilings & a view of Mt Baker! Nice big open kitchen & dining area. Large deck w/hot tub & fantastic views! Huge Master ste on the main level w/2 walk-in closets & ensuite bath. Downstairs is a large family rm w/fireplace, all new carpet & an updated full bathrm w/extra shower! 1 yr old furnace, 2 yr old roof. Fruit trees (apple, plum, pear, cherry, nectarine, peach!), pool, & shop!

Single-familyProperty Type

1990Year Built

11.52 acresLot Size

$268Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Josh Shiflett • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Bought with Josh Shiflett • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1456067

Redfin Estimate

$963,165

$473K since sold in June 2019$8,000 since September

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 16% lower than the average sale price ($1.15M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$915,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,807 sq ft
3210 White Swan Ln, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$1,228,900
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,738 sq ft
4517 Sucia Dr, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$999,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,731 sq ft
5962 April 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 JUN 2, 2026
$2,010,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths2,723 sq ft
4707 Sucia Dr, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$1,000,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,929 sq ft
4501 Sucia Dr, Ferndale, WA 98248
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Market trends in 98248, WA

Last updated September 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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7 MoM

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Sale history for 5044 Elder Rd

Date

Event

Price

Jun 24, 2019

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1456067

$490,000

$136/sq ft

May 20, 2019

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1456067

—

May 15, 2019

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1456067

$500,000

$139/sq ft

Jul 23, 2014

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #614688

$367,500

$102/sq ft

Apr 28, 2014

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #614688

$365,000

$101/sq ft

Apr 28, 2014

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #614688

—

Apr 28, 2014

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #614688

—

Apr 4, 2014

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #614688

$395,000

$110/sq ft

Dec 12, 2003

Sold

Public Records

$325,000

$90/sq ft

Aug 21, 2001

Sold

Public Records

$261,000

$73/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,386 (+5.5%)

$415,439 + $566,386

$981,825

2025

$7,948 (+12.0%)

$415,439 + $566,386

$981,825

2024

$7,095 (+7.7%)

$420,834 + $573,724

$994,558

2023

$6,586 (+19.1%)

$420,834 + $573,724

$994,558

2022

$5,530 (+30.4%)

$331,365 + $451,744

$783,109

2021

$4,242 (−1.8%)

$273,856 + $321,847

$595,703

2020

$4,319 (+21.3%)

$167,698 + $251,341

$419,039

2019

$3,559 (−4.6%)

$145,797 + $218,517

$364,314

2017

$3,733 (−0.2%)

$125,148 + $187,568

$312,716

2016

$3,741 (−3.5%)

$125,148 + $187,568

$312,716

2015

$3,875 (−1.7%)

$140,570 + $174,750

$315,320

2014

$3,944 (−2.0%)

$140,570 + $174,750

$315,320

2013

$4,024 (+2.7%)

$140,570 + $174,750

$315,320

2011

$3,916 (+2.5%)

$147,315 + $182,486

$329,801

2010

$3,820 (+0.4%)

$177,485 + $198,355

$375,840

2009

$3,805

$177,485 + $198,355

$375,840

Tax history for 5044 Elder Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,386 (+5.5%)

$415,439 + $566,386

$981,825

2025

$7,948 (+12.0%)

$415,439 + $566,386

$981,825

2024

$7,095 (+7.7%)

$420,834 + $573,724

$994,558

2023

$6,586 (+19.1%)

$420,834 + $573,724

$994,558

2022

$5,530 (+30.4%)

$331,365 + $451,744

$783,109

2021

$4,242 (−1.8%)

$273,856 + $321,847

$595,703

2020

$4,319 (+21.3%)

$167,698 + $251,341

$419,039

2019

$3,559 (−4.6%)

$145,797 + $218,517

$364,314

2017

$3,733 (−0.2%)

$125,148 + $187,568

$312,716

2016

$3,741 (−3.5%)

$125,148 + $187,568

$312,716

2015

$3,875 (−1.7%)

$140,570 + $174,750

$315,320

2014

$3,944 (−2.0%)

$140,570 + $174,750

$315,320

2013

$4,024 (+2.7%)

$140,570 + $174,750

$315,320

2011

$3,916 (+2.5%)

$147,315 + $182,486

$329,801

2010

$3,820 (+0.4%)

$177,485 + $198,355

$375,840

2009

$3,805

$177,485 + $198,355

$375,840

*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

11.52 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,600

Year built

1990

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3901350931620000

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: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Carport
Has Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

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

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Full Baths (Lower): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1

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

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Lower

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Lower

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Lower

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main

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

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Lower

Room 14 Information
Room Type: Extra Fin Rm
Room Level: Lower

Basement Information
Basement Features: Daylight, Finished

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Ceramic Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Jetted Tub, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Fireplace
Appliances: Dryer, Trash Compactor, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Trash Compactor,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 3,600
Style Code: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space

Lot Information
Lot Number: B
MLS Lot Size Source: Assessor
Site Features: Deck,Fenced-Partially,Patio,RV Parking,Shop
Lot Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 11.52
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,559
Tax Year: 2019

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Individual Well
Water Company: Individual Well
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: Septic System, Electric, Propane, Individual Well

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
High School District: Ferndale

Location Information
Directions: From I-5, take Exit 260 for Later Rd Go West on Slater Rd for 5 miles. Turn right on Elder Rd. Turn into the driveway for 5044 Elder on your right. Follow the long driveway all the way to the end.
Topography: Level,PartialSlope

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,600
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 11.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3901350931620000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
Offers Review Date: Monday, May 20, 2019
On Market Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2019

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane

Home Information
Living Area: 3,600
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 3600
MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 3600
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Building Name: Welch Cluster SP
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Eagleridge Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.0mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi

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, 19 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 7.7 hours in June and 1.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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1.8 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$916,000 – $1.11M

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