BOUGHT WITH REDFIN JUL 19, 2019

Listed by Damian Pro • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Bought with Redfin.

Off market jul 2019 for $530K

$814,144

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,489/mo

•

1,920

sq ft

6042 Elder Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248

About this home

Make this county Farmlet your home & enjoy the results of 15 years of gardening & raising animals. Victorian style 3BR home w/ possible 4th BR including master. Views of Olympics & SanJuan Islands from 2nd story. Property includes 26x24 2-bay garage w/ 884sq/ft studio with private entrance plus 24x36 2-bay shop. Chicken coop, 12x40 animal barn w/ dutch doors, playhouse, raised beds, gazebo, equipment shed and a few other surprises. Property affords many uses with opportunity to build equity.

Single-familyProperty Type

1990Year Built

4.85 acresLot Size

$424Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 car garageParking

Listed by Damian Pro • Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Bought with Mary Buxton • Redfin

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1462013

Redfin Estimate

$814,144

$284K since sold in July 2019$2,000 since September

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 19.3% higher than the average sale price ($682K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$550,000
A
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$772,900
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,047 sq ft
6149 Church Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$635,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,184 sq ft
2611 Pacific Highlands Ave, Ferndale, WA 98248
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SOLD BY REDFIN OCT 7, 2026
$550,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,776 sq ft
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SOLD APR 7, 2026
$588,000
E
3 beds3 baths1,888 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$999,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,731 sq ft
5962 April Ln, 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

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

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$470,000
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Redfin agents who toured

HOME has street appeal and many charming elements throughout. Mountain and Valleyview and nicely landscaped. Partially finished space over the two car garage/shop, potential for detached studio/mother-in-lawsuite.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Sharon Theeuwen
Redfin Associate agent
Victorian style two-story home set on a shy 5 acre parcel. Circular main floor plan with galley style kitchen and all wood laminate flooring. Three plus bonus room or possible 4th bedroom upstairs +2 bathrooms. Charming covered wraparound deck. Four...
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Sharon Theeuwen
Redfin Associate agent
Cute farm style home. Very quirky and cute with little details like artistic tiles in the kitchen back splash, large porch, not square master bedroom. Could use some updating. Downstairs is in a circular layout with the living room to the left of the...
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Lauren Escalle
Redfin Associate agent

Sale history for 6042 Elder Rd

Date

Event

Price

Jul 19, 2019

Sold (MLS) (Sold)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1462013

$530,000

$276/sq ft

Jul 13, 2019

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1462013

—

Jun 19, 2019

Pending (Pending Inspection)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1462013

—

Jun 12, 2019

Price Changed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1462013

$549,000

$286/sq ft

May 23, 2019

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1462013

$565,000

$294/sq ft

Jun 9, 1998

Sold

Public Records

$230,000

$120/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,739 (+9.7%)

$340,897 + $444,784

$785,681

2025

$6,143 (+6.3%)

$340,897 + $444,784

$785,681

2024

$5,780 (+2.9%)

$382,000 + $427,677

$809,677

2023

$5,616 (+14.1%)

$382,000 + $427,677

$809,677

2022

$4,922 (+8.4%)

$256,830 + $410,517

$667,347

2021

$4,541 (−2.2%)

$203,831 + $325,804

$529,635

2020

$4,644 (+25.6%)

$172,739 + $276,105

$448,844

2019

$3,697 (−2.2%)

$145,688 + $232,867

$378,555

2017

$3,781 (−0.2%)

$131,250 + $209,790

$341,040

2016

$3,789 (+3.4%)

$137,944 + $178,851

$316,795

2015

$3,664 (+0.4%)

$129,741 + $168,216

$297,957

2014

$3,650 (+1.5%)

$126,985 + $164,642

$291,627

2013

$3,597 (+7.2%)

$126,985 + $164,642

$291,627

2011

$3,354 (+3.3%)

$131,250 + $170,172

$301,422

2010

$3,248 (+0.4%)

$131,250 + $188,015

$319,265

2009

$3,235

$131,250 + $188,015

$319,265

Tax history for 6042 Elder Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,739 (+9.7%)

$340,897 + $444,784

$785,681

2025

$6,143 (+6.3%)

$340,897 + $444,784

$785,681

2024

$5,780 (+2.9%)

$382,000 + $427,677

$809,677

2023

$5,616 (+14.1%)

$382,000 + $427,677

$809,677

2022

$4,922 (+8.4%)

$256,830 + $410,517

$667,347

2021

$4,541 (−2.2%)

$203,831 + $325,804

$529,635

2020

$4,644 (+25.6%)

$172,739 + $276,105

$448,844

2019

$3,697 (−2.2%)

$145,688 + $232,867

$378,555

2017

$3,781 (−0.2%)

$131,250 + $209,790

$341,040

2016

$3,789 (+3.4%)

$137,944 + $178,851

$316,795

2015

$3,664 (+0.4%)

$129,741 + $168,216

$297,957

2014

$3,650 (+1.5%)

$126,985 + $164,642

$291,627

2013

$3,597 (+7.2%)

$126,985 + $164,642

$291,627

2011

$3,354 (+3.3%)

$131,250 + $170,172

$301,422

2010

$3,248 (+0.4%)

$131,250 + $188,015

$319,265

2009

$3,235

$131,250 + $188,015

$319,265

*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

4.85 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,920

Year built

1975

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

3901230334510000

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: 4
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 4
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Beds Upper: 3
Bedrooms Possible: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 2
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Upper): 2

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

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Upper

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Upper

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Kitchen Without Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Upper

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Upper

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Built-In Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, French Doors, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl, Wood

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,920
Style Code: 12 - 2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Public Records
Site Features: Cable TV,Deck,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,Propane,RV Parking,Shop,Stable
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Paved, Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 4.85
Lot Size Dimensions: 353 x 621 x 348 x 634
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,697
Tax Year: 2019

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

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Community
Water Company: North Star Water Association
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Sewer Company: Septic
Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Septic System, Electric, Propane, Wood
Water Heater Location: Main Level Closet
Water Heater Type: Electric

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
Middle Or Junior High School: Buyer To Verify
High School: Buyer To Verify
High School District: Ferndale

Location Information
Directions: From Bellingham head north on I-5 to Slater Rd, Go west on Slater to Elder Rd, head north on Elder to property.
Topography: Equestrian,Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,920
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.85 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 3901230334510000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Thursday, May 23, 2019

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 1,920
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1920
MLS Square Footage Source: assessor
Building Area Total: 1920
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: Two
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Eagleridge Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi

4/10

Horizon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

6/10

Ferndale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi

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, 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, 10 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

$774,000 – $937,000

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