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1409 Marietta Avenue, Bellingham, WA, 98226

2beds
4baths
3,543sqft
$1,049,000
$296price/sqft
$6,559/moest. monthly cost
$262,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

Stunning custom home boasts quality throughout with spectacular panoramic views over the Nooksack Valley to the Salish Sea. Large .56-acre lot, centrally located just minutes to I-5 and shopping centers. Beautifully designed, energy efficient, 3543 sq. ft. home with expansive view windows capturing natural light, framing glorious sunsets. Vaulted ceilings throughout with exposed wood beams. Galley kitchen, Birdseye maple cabinets, cork hardwood floors, media room with sound system, large primary suite with full bath, walk-in shower and Jacuzzi tub. Oversized 3 car garage with large work area on main floor. Finished daylight basement with bright, open living area, full kitchen, ¾ bath, 2 storage rooms, includes 1 car garage with large work area. Separate/private entry provides potential income opportunity. Low maintenance landscaping, extensive rock work with rare Shuksan stone, garden space, and circular driveway. New carpet and interior paint. New exterior synthetic stucco, new septic system. Built and lovingly maintained by owner, this home is immaculate and move-in ready!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitNo Nearby Transit
19
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
6/10
Shuksan Middle SchoolGrades 6-83.1 mi
7/10
Squalicum High SchoolGrades 9-126.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Very Good
  • Year built: 1995

Materials

  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Stucco

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Double Oven,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer,Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Washer(s),Water Heater Location: Mechanical Room Basement

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Daylight,Partially Finished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Features

  • Bath Off Primary,Central Vacuum
  • Door features: French Doors
  • Window features: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
  • Flooring: Bamboo/Cork,Ceramic Tile,Carpet
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Gas,Main Level: 1,Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes

Great Room

  • Level: Lower

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Fireplace,90%+ High Efficiency,Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,543
  • Total interior livable area: 3,543 sqft

Kitchen Without Eating Space

  • Level: Lower

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 3802044060530000
  • Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
  • Special condition: Standard
  • Other equipment: Wired for Generator

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry location: Main
  • Patio & porch: Second Kitchen,Bath Off Primary,Built-In Vacuum,Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Fireplace,French Doors,Jetted Tub,Security System,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Wired for Generator
  • Spa features: Bath
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Sound,Territorial
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Sound
  • Topography of land: Partial Slope

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.56 Acres
  • Features: Drought Resistant Landscape,Paved,Cable TV,Deck,Gas Available,Patio

Parking

  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Attached Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Covered spaces: 4

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Ice Storm
Cold Wave
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Whatcom County and Washington

Fire
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $5,304$63,648
Home Insurance *$190$2,280
Property Taxes $823$9,876
Electricity $242$2,908
Total$6,559$78,708
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$224,880/yr
40% on housing$196,770/yr
45% on housing$174,906/yr

Washington FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 306Commercial: 55
Total Premiums$858,000
Total Exposure$176.33M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.8%
11.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.0%
3.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 3.8%
3.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$296This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98226$316
Whatcom County$300

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98226$392
Whatcom County$335

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-07Price change$1,049,000
2026-02-27Listed for sale$1,099,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJerry L. Blankers
BrokerageMuljat Group

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