OFF MARKET

Listed by Katrina Whitfield • Rainshine Realty. Bought with Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Off market jun 2018 for $530K

$798,433

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,607/mo

•

1,560

sq ft

5970 Abbey Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248

About this home

A gorgeous rambler on a near acre of sunny, level fenced land, plus great garage/shops for all your toys and hobbies--even for tall RVs. The home which has been totally and tastefully updated, using superb materials (hardwoods, tile, granite) & craftsmanship. Airy "Great Room" w vaulted ceiling & stone fireplace. Wonderful master bath w jetted tub & big tiled shower. Commodious outbuildings include a BRAND NEW insulated RV garage w 14' doors. On a peaceful cul-de-sac w quick access to 3 towns.

Single-familyProperty Type

1991Year Built

0.83 acresLot Size

$512Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

7 car garageParking

Listed by Katrina Whitfield • Rainshine Realty

Listed by Glen Whitfield • Rainshine Realty

Bought with Brenda Mills • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1282413

Redfin Estimate

$798,433

$268K since sold in June 2018$5,000 since September

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 31.5% higher than the average sale price ($607K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$538,600
A
3 beds2 baths1,854 sq ft
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SOLD OCT 7, 2026
$704,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,499 sq ft
5335 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA 98226
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SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$545,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,605 sq ft
2191 Jones Cir, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD SEP 28, 2026
$624,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,064 sq ft
6006 Oscar Ct, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$625,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,810 sq ft
5340 Evergreen Dr, Bellingham, WA 98226
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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 5970 Abbey Rd

Date

Event

Price

Jun 25, 2018

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1282413

$530,000

$340/sq ft

May 12, 2018

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1282413

—

May 8, 2018

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1282413

$535,500

$343/sq ft

Apr 29, 2018

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1282413

$549,500

$352/sq ft

Sep 30, 2009

Sold

Public Records

$326,600

$209/sq ft

Jun 5, 2007

Sold (MLS)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #27073719

$309,900

$199/sq ft

Apr 30, 2007

Listed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #27073719

$309,900

$199/sq ft

Apr 8, 1997

Sold

Public Records

$165,000

$106/sq ft

Nov 17, 1995

Sold

Public Records

$148,000

$95/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,696 (+15.8%)

$267,720 + $399,543

$667,263

2025

$4,918 (+6.1%)

$267,720 + $399,543

$667,263

2024

$4,635 (+2.4%)

$300,000 + $350,846

$650,846

2023

$4,525 (+10.2%)

$300,000 + $350,846

$650,846

2022

$4,108 (−0.9%)

$177,897 + $361,573

$539,470

2021

$4,146 (+3.9%)

$147,022 + $298,820

$445,842

2020

$3,992 (+25.4%)

$136,135 + $276,692

$412,827

2019

$3,185 (−1.5%)

$108,405 + $220,330

$328,735

2017

$3,234 (+6.1%)

$95,000 + $193,086

$288,086

2016

$3,048 (−0.7%)

$93,704 + $179,255

$272,959

2015

$3,068 (−0.4%)

$86,700 + $164,932

$251,632

2014

$3,080 (+1.5%)

$85,000 + $163,137

$248,137

2013

$3,035 (+10.7%)

$85,000 + $163,137

$248,137

2011

$2,741 (+4.6%)

$85,000 + $163,137

$248,137

2010

$2,621 (+0.4%)

$95,000 + $164,905

$259,905

2009

$2,610

$95,000 + $164,905

$259,905

Tax history for 5970 Abbey Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,696 (+15.8%)

$267,720 + $399,543

$667,263

2025

$4,918 (+6.1%)

$267,720 + $399,543

$667,263

2024

$4,635 (+2.4%)

$300,000 + $350,846

$650,846

2023

$4,525 (+10.2%)

$300,000 + $350,846

$650,846

2022

$4,108 (−0.9%)

$177,897 + $361,573

$539,470

2021

$4,146 (+3.9%)

$147,022 + $298,820

$445,842

2020

$3,992 (+25.4%)

$136,135 + $276,692

$412,827

2019

$3,185 (−1.5%)

$108,405 + $220,330

$328,735

2017

$3,234 (+6.1%)

$95,000 + $193,086

$288,086

2016

$3,048 (−0.7%)

$93,704 + $179,255

$272,959

2015

$3,068 (−0.4%)

$86,700 + $164,932

$251,632

2014

$3,080 (+1.5%)

$85,000 + $163,137

$248,137

2013

$3,035 (+10.7%)

$85,000 + $163,137

$248,137

2011

$2,741 (+4.6%)

$85,000 + $163,137

$248,137

2010

$2,621 (+0.4%)

$95,000 + $164,905

$259,905

2009

$2,610

$95,000 + $164,905

$259,905

*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

0.83 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,560

Year built

1991

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3902221233790000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.

RR2A*

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: 7
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 7
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
Bedrooms Possible: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Main): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
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: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Great Room
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Central A/C, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Jetted Tub, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Range/Oven,Refrigerator

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Cement Planked

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,560
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

Lot Information
Lot Number: 1
MLS Lot Size Source: tax records
Site Features: Deck,Fenced-Partially,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking,Shop
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.83
Lot Size Dimensions: 211' X 152'
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,234
Tax Year: 2017

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, Farm Home Loan, FHA, Private Financing Available, VA Loan
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: City of Ferndale
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Septic System, Electric, Natural Gas Connected
Water Heater Location: hall closet
Water Heater Type: gas

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

School Information
Elementary School: North Bellingham Ele
Middle Or Junior High School: Vista Mid
High School: Ferndale High
High School District: Ferndale

Location Information
Directions: From I-5 exit 262, go East on W Axton Road to Northwest Road. Turn left, drive north to Paradise Road., then left on Abbey Road. 3rd house from corner on the left.
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Community Features: CCRs

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,560
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.83 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3902221233790000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Sunday, April 29, 2018

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas

Home Information
Living Area: 1,560
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1560
MLS Square Footage Source: tax records
Building Area Total: 1560
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Building Name: Paradise Properties
Year Built Effective: 2013
Effective Year Built Source: See Remarks
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Cascadia Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.3mi

5/10

Vista Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi

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

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 82° 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

9 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 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 7.4 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

$759,000 – $919,000

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