A cottage forest retreat in a picturesque wooded 5.5-acre setting near Lake Samish 5 minutes off Interstate 5. Private and forested w/creek running through the property & a charming bridge in backyard. Gardens & options abound here with several outbuildings up against hundreds of acres of DNR land w/the many Blanchard Mountain trails. The cottage needs work but is solid, adorable, charming and livable-sold as is. Wood stove in the home amidst the trees. Built 1936, 1,380 SF with cedar shake siding. Home has official 1 BR and full BA downstairs but upstairs with a loft, office & den. Also on property-cute lofted cabin with power, horse riding area, greenhouse, & more. Water source is creek also has an inactive well. Previous hobby farm.
Sold
Listed by:
Dave Hiller,
eXp Realty
Bought with: Muljat Group
$631,250
483 Summerland Road, Bellingham, WA 98229
2beds
1,380sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
5.54 Acres Lot
$737,500 Zestimate®
$457/sqft
$2,699 Estimated rent
Home value
$737,500
$664,000 - $826,000
$2,699/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 20, 2023 at 11:35am
Listed by:
Dave Hiller,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Ian Steger, 118196
Muljat Group
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 2003434
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher_, Dryer, Refrigerator_, StoveRange_, Washer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, StoveRange, Water Heater: electric, Water Heater Location: utility
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,380
- Total interior livable area: 1,380 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: RV Parking, Detached Carport, Driveway, Off Street
- Has carport: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 5.54 Acres
- Features: Adjacent to Public Land, Drought Res Landscape, Paved, Secluded, Arena-Outdoor, Barn, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Green House, Outbuildings, Patio, Propane, RV Parking, Shop, Stable
- Topography: Equestrian,Level,PartialSlope
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 3703352224890000
- Zoning description: 11,Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: propane tank
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1936
- Major remodel year: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: private septic
- Water: See Remarks, Company: creek surface water
- Utilities for property: Century Link
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Bellingham
- Subdivision: Samish
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash Out,Conventional,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Cumulative days on market: 620 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/20/2023 | Sold | $631,250-2.9%$457/sqft |
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| 8/4/2023 | Pending sale | $650,000$471/sqft |
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| 7/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $650,000+98.5%$471/sqft |
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| 6/23/2008 | Sold | $327,500$237/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,227 +6.8% | $800,919 |
| 2023 | $6,765 +22.4% | $800,919 +38% |
| 2022 | $5,527 +3.1% | $580,363 +15% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 98229
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Wade King Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.7 mi
- 9/10Fairhaven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.4 mi
- 9/10Sehome High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wade King Elem
- Middle: Fairhaven Mid
- High: Sehome High
Source: NWMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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