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Listed by Wayne Lyle • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. Bought with RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Off Market Sep 2023 for $429K

$430,570

•

1,150

sq ft

688 Bells, Point Roberts, WA 98281

About this home

Rare opportunity for one of the largest cottages in quintessential Bells Grove AND perfectly located only 100 steps from the walking path to the private beach! Lovingly owned since 1966, this 4th generational beach home has been painstakingly maintained and thoughtfully upgraded. Absolutely perfect both inside and out with 3 large bedrooms plus a flex room, spacious kitchen with eating area, cozy propane fireplace, laundry, beautiful landscaping, and over 700 sq ft of sun-drenched decks and porches. Fully enclosed & very private rear yard plus a great workshop shed! Hardie plank exterior, vinyl windows, and a new roof offer maintenance-free living. Lots of room for everyone to sleep for 11+!! Enjoy the amazing Point Roberts lifestyle!!

Single-familyProperty Type

1966Year Built

4,792 sq ftLot Size

$374Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Wayne Lyle • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Bought with Wayne Lyle • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2142007

Redfin Estimate

$430,570

$1,570 since sold in September 2023$34K since August

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This home's estimate is 5% higher than the average sale price ($410K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$425,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,290 sq ft
1983 Cedar Park Dr, Point Roberts, WA 98281
SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$402,458
B
2 beds1 bath889 sq ft
689 Deer Ln, Point Roberts, WA 98281
SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$390,000
C
2 beds1 bath1,060 sq ft
675 Sylvia Dr, Point Roberts, WA 98281
SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$305,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,456 sq ft
511 S Beach Rd, Point Roberts, WA 98281
SOLD SEP 26, 2025
$387,500
E
3 beds1 bath1,050 sq ft
1975 Wellington Rd, Point Roberts, WA 98281
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$550,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,679 sq ft
731 Claire Ln, Point Roberts, WA 98281

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$1,853/mo

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Market trends in 98281, WA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.4%

+1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$425K

$85K MoM

Avg. days on market

12 days MoM

Recently sold homes

6 MoM

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Sale history for 688 Bells

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,755 (+0.9%)

$133,815 + $196,133

$329,948

2025

$2,731 (+4.1%)

$133,815 + $196,133

$329,948

2024

$2,624 (+3.7%)

$120,450 + $194,182

$314,632

2023

$2,529 (+12.8%)

$120,450 + $194,182

$314,632

2022

$2,242 (+0.4%)

$110,000 + $177,335

$287,335

2021

$2,233 (+0.4%)

$100,320 + $120,007

$220,327

2020

$2,225 (+7.7%)

$92,888 + $111,116

$204,004

2019

$2,066 (+22.9%)

$80,100 + $95,819

$175,919

2017

$1,681 (−5.0%)

$76,500 + $91,512

$168,012

2016

$1,769 (−6.0%)

$75,000 + $89,718

$164,718

2015

$1,881 (+3.5%)

$80,800 + $95,434

$176,234

2014

$1,817 (+2.2%)

$77,600 + $91,070

$168,670

2013

$1,779 (+5.3%)

$77,600 + $91,070

$168,670

2011

$1,689 (+76.3%)

$80,000 + $94,865

$174,865

2010

$958 (+1.3%)

$50,000 + $62,105

$112,105

2009

$946

$50,000 + $62,105

$112,105

Tax history for 688 Bells

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,755 (+0.9%)

$133,815 + $196,133

$329,948

2025

$2,731 (+4.1%)

$133,815 + $196,133

$329,948

2024

$2,624 (+3.7%)

$120,450 + $194,182

$314,632

2023

$2,529 (+12.8%)

$120,450 + $194,182

$314,632

2022

$2,242 (+0.4%)

$110,000 + $177,335

$287,335

2021

$2,233 (+0.4%)

$100,320 + $120,007

$220,327

2020

$2,225 (+7.7%)

$92,888 + $111,116

$204,004

2019

$2,066 (+22.9%)

$80,100 + $95,819

$175,919

2017

$1,681 (−5.0%)

$76,500 + $91,512

$168,012

2016

$1,769 (−6.0%)

$75,000 + $89,718

$164,718

2015

$1,881 (+3.5%)

$80,800 + $95,434

$176,234

2014

$1,817 (+2.2%)

$77,600 + $91,070

$168,670

2013

$1,779 (+5.3%)

$77,600 + $91,070

$168,670

2011

$1,689 (+76.3%)

$80,000 + $94,865

$174,865

2010

$958 (+1.3%)

$50,000 + $62,105

$112,105

2009

$946

$50,000 + $62,105

$112,105

*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

4,792 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,020

Year built

1966

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Whatcom County

APN

4053110684500000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.

RR2

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
Parking Features: Off Street

Interior

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

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

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
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: Kitchen Without Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: See Remarks
# of Fireplaces Main: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Stove/Free Standing
Cooling Information: None

Interior Features
Interior Features: Laminate, French Doors, Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Laminate
Appliances Included: Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,StoveRange,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Cement Planked

Property Information
Energy Source: Electric
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,150
Style Code: 10 - 1 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Good

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: realist
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 100
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,529
Tax Year: 2023

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out
Buyer Financing: FHA

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: PRWD #4
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Heater Type: HALLWAY
Cable Connected: WHIDBEY
Internet Connected: WHIDBEY

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

HOA Information
Has HOA
Association Fee: $250
Association Fee Frequency: Annually

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

Location Information
Water Access: Deeded Access
Bus Line Nearby: false
Directions: South on Tyee, left on APA, right on Bells Grove. Home on east side near the south end.
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Community Features: Boat Launch, CCRs, Park, Trail(s)

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,020
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1966
Year Renovated: —
County: Whatcom County
APN: 4053110684500000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Friday, July 21, 2023

Green Information
Direction Faces: West
Power Production Type: Electric

Home Information
Living Area: 1,150
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1150
MLS Square Footage Source: realist
Building Area Total: 1150
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Post & Block
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main

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Schools

Point Roberts Primary School

Public K-2 • Assigned • 1.0mi

Blaine Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 14.3mi

7/10

Blaine High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 14.4mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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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

Heat Factor

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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

Point Roberts, WA • 98281

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 7.9 hours in June and 1.7 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
678 Bells Grove, Point Roberts, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 888 Sq. Ft.	$320,797
697 Bells Grove, Point Roberts, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 864 Sq. Ft.	$309,195

Address	Redfin Estimate
698 Bells Grove, Point Roberts, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 768 Sq. Ft.	$313,151
684 Bells Grove, Point Roberts, WA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 560 Sq. Ft.	$290,275

Address	Redfin Estimate
691 Bells Grove, Point Roberts, WA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 608 Sq. Ft.	$262,844
690 Bells Grove, Point Roberts, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 710 Sq. Ft.	$338,723

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