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399 E Smith Road, Bellingham, WA, 98226

2beds
1baths
896sqft
$440,000
$491price/sqft
$2,775/moest. monthly cost
$111,000/yrincome needed

About This Home

Bring your vision and your tool belt. Situated on just over 4.6 acres, this property offers an opportunity to create value in a rural setting. The existing 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home is ready for its next chapter and gives the next owner a chance to invest time, effort, and improvements into the property. The property is served by the Smith Road Water Association and includes an additional water share. An older well also remains on site and may offer additional value to the next owner. With room to spread out and possible ADU opportunities subject to county approval, there are a number of paths forward for buyers looking to unlock this property's potential. Enjoy a rural setting with mountain views while still being just minutes from Barkley Village, Bellis Fair, North Bellingham Golf Course, and the P66 soccer fields, offering a convenient location close to everyday amenities and recreation.

Getting Around

3
WalkingCar-Dependent
17
TransitMinimal Transit
29
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
8/10
Meridian Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.7 mi
6/10
Meridian High SchoolGrades 9-121.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Fixer
  • Year built: 1920

Materials

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

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer,Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Washer(s),Water Heater Location: Basement

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Unfinished

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Features

  • Flooring: Vinyl,Carpet
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Main Level: 1,Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Fireplace,Baseboard,Electric
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 896
  • Total interior livable area: 896 sqft

Kitchen Without Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 3903313695050000
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Fireplace
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Mountain(s),Territorial
  • Topography of land: Partial Slope,Rolling
  • Residential vegetation: Garden Space

Lot

  • Lot size: 4.61 Acres
  • Features: Value In Land,Outbuildings

Parking

  • Parking features: Driveway

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

  • Avalanche
    AvalancheRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Avalanche
Ice Storm
Cold Wave
Earthquake
Landslide
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 $2,224$26,688
Home Insurance *$79$948
Property Taxes $323$3,876
Electricity $149$1,793
Total$2,775$33,300
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$95,142/yr
40% on housing$83,250/yr
45% on housing$74,000/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

$491This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98226$317
Whatcom County$301

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
2026-07-29Price change$440,000
2026-07-01Listed for sale$465,000
2026-06-06Pending sale$465,000
2026-06-04Listed for sale$465,000
2023-10-16Listing removed--
2023-10-10Listed for rent$1,795

For Sale by Agent

AgentWilliam Elmer
BrokerageJohn L. Scott Bellingham

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