Amazing gem! Well-cared for craftsman w/ gated entry on 5+ acres. An abundance of fruit trees, large fenced garden filled w/ dozens of established berries,& ready for new season planting. Creek, woods, grassy fields & trails to explore – An absolute oasis, yet minutes from DT. Love covered front porch & deck, perfect for entertainment & relaxation. Enjoy patio & newly built hot tub & gazebo, steps from back deck. Quality craftsmanship abounds in beautiful home w/ tasteful modern updates, keeping w/ old world charm - Stunning chef's kitchen boasting Blue Star stove, island, custom cabinetry & cozy breakfast nook. Don’t miss guest cottage & oversized carport shed for multiple vehicles & equipment. This is the home you have been waiting for!
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Listed by: Skyline Properties, Inc. • Eleanor Merwin
Bought with: COMPASS
$1,075,000
4478 Rural Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98226
5beds
2,268sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
5.8 Acres Lot
$1,101,800 Zestimate®
$474/sqft
$3,415 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,101,800
$1.00M - $1.21M
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Modern updatesAbundance of fruit treesBlue star stoveEstablished berriesLarge fenced gardenGated entryCozy breakfast nook
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Listed by:
Eleanor Merwin,
Skyline Properties, Inc.
Bought with:
Krista Kenner, 25009217
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2368026
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Heat Pump, High Efficiency (Unspecified), Electric, Propane, Wood
Cooling
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, High Efficiency (Unspecified)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Softwood
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,076
- Total interior livable area: 2,268 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached Carport, RV Parking
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 5.8 Acres
- Features: Paved, Secluded, Cable TV, Fenced-Partially, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Propane, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: ADU Beds: 1
- Parcel number: 3802090384970000
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1915
- Major remodel year: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Individual Well, Company: well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bellingham
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $474/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $870,298
- Annual tax amount: $8,407
- Date on market: 6/28/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 389 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2025 | Sold | $1,075,000+2.4%$474/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2368026 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2025 | Pending sale | $1,050,000$463/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2368026 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000+65.4%$463/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2368026 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2024 | Listing removed | $3,300$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2024 | Price change | $3,300-16.5%$1/sqft |
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| 9/24/2024 | Price change | $3,950-6%$2/sqft |
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| 9/9/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,200$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/30/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,200$2/sqft |
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| 7/14/2020 | Sold | $635,000+8.5%$280/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1607666 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2020 | Pending sale | $585,000$258/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #1607666 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2020 | Listed for sale | $585,000+38%$258/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Whatcom, Inc. #1607666 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2008 | Sold | $424,000-3.4%$187/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #28046099 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2008 | Listed for sale | $439,000+125%$194/sqft |
Source: NCI Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2001 | Sold | $195,117$86/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,407 +13.8% | $870,298 -11.9% |
| 2023 | $7,387 -3% | $987,806 +27% |
| 2022 | $7,618 +19.1% | $777,792 +32.4% |
| 2021 | $6,398 +51.5% | $587,382 +61.3% |
| 2020 | $4,223 | $364,079 +5% |
| 2019 | $4,223 +5.1% | $346,742 +7.7% |
| 2018 | $4,020 +8.2% | $322,080 +8.3% |
| 2017 | $3,714 -7% | $297,419 +16.4% |
| 2016 | $3,994 +35.2% | $255,494 +3.6% |
| 2015 | $2,954 | $246,616 |
| 2014 | $2,954 -11.5% | -- |
| 2013 | $3,338 | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | $257,137 -1.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $260,553 -2.5% |
| 2009 | $2,397 -6% | $267,215 +11.4% |
| 2008 | $2,551 | $239,945 |
| 2007 | $2,551 +10.3% | $239,945 |
| 2005 | $2,312 +900% | $239,945 +32% |
| 2004 | $231 -90.3% | $181,780 |
| 2003 | $2,390 +2.1% | $181,780 |
| 2002 | $2,342 +0.4% | $181,780 |
| 2001 | $2,333 | $181,780 +90.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $95,240 |
| 1999 | -- | $95,240 |
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Neighborhood: Marietta-Alderwood
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