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6037 Old Guide Road, Bellingham, WA, 98226

2beds
1baths
1,324sqft
$999,000
$755price/sqft
$6,088/moest. monthly cost
$243,520/yrincome needed

About This Home

Charming 1920 farmhouse with endless potential! This 2 bed, 1 bath home sits on a spacious over 4 acre level lot and includes a barn and multiple outbuildings, perfect for storage, hobbies or small scale business. Currently tenant-occupied, this property offers immediate rental income from four additional dwellings while you can occupy the main house. There are two septic systems and two drain fields serving the entire property. The home's vintage character blends with practical functionality, while the barn and additional outbuilding expand its versatility with no HOA. Whether you're seeking an investment, a homestead, or a project to restore, this unique property provides opportunity in every direction. Don't miss out on owning a piece of history with income potential. SOLD AS-IS.

Getting Around

10
WalkingCar-Dependent
20
TransitMinimal Transit
31
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
7/10
Meridian Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.5 mi
5/10
Meridian High SchoolGrades 9-120.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1920

Materials

  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Wood Siding

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 1920

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: 1 1/2 Story
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s)

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Entry Hall

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Gas,Main Level: 1,Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Fireplace,Baseboard,Electric
  • Cooling features: Forced Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,324
  • Total interior livable area: 1,324 sqft

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 3902242454420000
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry location: Main
  • Patio & porch: Fireplace
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Territorial
  • Topography of land: Level

Lot

  • Lot size: 4.09 Acres
  • Features: Open Lot,Paved,Barn,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Gated Entry,Outbuildings,Shop

Parking

  • Parking features: Driveway,Detached Garage
  • Has garage: Yes

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

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Volcanic Activity
    Volcanic ActivityModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Earthquake
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Volcanic Activity
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 $5,051$60,612
Home Insurance *$181$2,172
Property Taxes $707$8,484
Electricity $149$1,793
Total$6,088$73,056
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$208,731/yr
40% on housing$182,640/yr
45% on housing$162,346/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

$755This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98226$313
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
2025-11-06Listed for sale$999,000
2018-04-27Listing removed$449,000
2018-04-27Listed for sale$449,000
2018-04-26Sold$410,000
2018-04-13Pending sale$449,000
2018-03-19Listed for sale$449,000
2004-04-01Sold$280,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentBali Kaur
BrokerageRE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

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