Escape to your own private sanctuary. This exceptional 5+ acre buildable parcel offers the rare combination of mature forest, privacy, and development flexibility. Tucked away from the noise of the city, the property is enveloped by approximately 60-year-old mixed woodland, creating a peaceful natural backdrop for your future home or retreat. With multiple potential building sites, this acreage provides outstanding versatility—ideal for a custom residence, multi-structure layout, or simply preserving space for trails, recreation, or future expansion. The land’s gentle character and established tree canopy offer both seclusion and beauty, making it a standout opportunity for anyone seeking space, nature, and long-term value. Whether you envision a modern home tucked among the evergreens, a cabin-style getaway, or a nature-focused homestead, this property delivers the setting to bring your vision to life. Address is approximate and may not reflect the exact property location.
Heavily forested with evergreens and commercial-grade timber
Lightly treed areas
Sloped topography facing south/southeast
Has view
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Paved access
Access easement to the property
Approximately 755 x 335 dimensions
5.12-acre parcel
South-facing slope
Directions: Highway 547 to Mile Marker 6; entrance marked by a red mobile home. Park at entrance and walk up the road. Property is directly across from Cross Creek Rd, about 0.7 miles west of Frost Rd.
Home design
Land property
Residential zoning (R5A)
County zoning jurisdiction
Style: Residential over 1 acre
Parking
Parking at the entrance (park and walk up the road)
Construction
No structures on site
Utilities
Electricity available and in the street
Water available (shared well)
Sewer not available
No gas available
Septic design not installed
Financial info
Listing terms: Cash
Buyer brokerage compensation: 5%
Other
Restrictions: No manufactured homes; timber clause
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Last updated by owner on Apr 11, 2023.
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 85° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sumas, WA • 98295
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20/ 100
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Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 5326 Reese Hill Rd
$141,224
$8,775 under list price of $150K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $105K to $555K.