5450 Reese Hill Road, Sumas, WA, 98295
About This Home
New Price – Sunset View Retreat on 4.6 Acres w/ Public Land Access Perched on a peaceful hillside with sweeping sunset views, this unique 4.6-acre property offers privacy, natural beauty, and space to create your ideal Northwest retreat. Located just minutes from Mt. Baker with convenient access to Bellingham and the Canadian border. The property features established permaculture gardens, open space for expansion, and infrastructure already in place for sustainable living. The home is powered by a solar energy system with battery storage and backup generator, offering energy independence and comfortable off-grid living. Grid power is available nearby for buyers who prefer traditional utilities. A rare bonus is the potential for an additional dwelling unit (ADU), buyer to verify. Plans, foundation, and septic infrastructure are already in place, providing an opportunity for a guest house, studio, rental income, or multi-generational living. Enjoy private access to nearby DNR land and Vedder Mountain with direct entry to thousands of acres of public recreation land and trail systems right from your property. Whether someone is seeking a Mt. Baker recreation basecamp, peaceful remote-work retreat, or homestead lifestyle, this property offers a rare combination of views, privacy, recreation access, and future potential.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Average
- Year built: 2006
Materials
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Metal/Vinyl
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2006
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer,Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Washer(s),Water Heater: Propane-on demand,Water Heater Location: Bathroom loft
Basement
- Basement: None
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Entry Hall
- Level: Main
Features
- Flooring: Bamboo/Cork,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Main Level: 1,Fireplace
- Fireplace: Yes
Great Room
- Level: Main
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Fireplace,See Remarks,Stove/Free Standing,Wall Furnace,Solar PV
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,178
- Total interior livable area: 1,178 sqft
Other
- Level: Main
Utility Room
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 140714
- Zoning: R5A
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special condition: Standard
- Other equipment: Wired for Generator
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Fireplace,Water Heater,Wired for Generator
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Topography of land: Sloped,Steep Slope,Terraces
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees,Garden Space,Wooded
Lot
- Lot size: 4.69 Acres
- Features: Secluded,Gated Entry
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Carport,Driveway
- Covered spaces: 1
- Carport: 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
- Avalanche
- Ice Storm
- Winter Weather
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- Volcanic Activity
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Whatcom County and Washington
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,017 | $24,204 |
| Home Insurance * | $111 | $1,332 |
| Property Taxes | $300 | $3,600 |
| Electricity | $149 | $1,793 |
| Total | $2,577 | $30,924 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Washington FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-05 | Price change | $419,900 |
| 2026-03-12 | Price change | $424,700 |
| 2026-02-16 | Listed for sale | $427,500 |
| 2023-03-24 | Sold | $350,000 |
| 2023-02-22 | Pending sale | $339,000 |
| 2023-02-16 | Listed for sale | $339,000 |
| 2017-06-30 | Sold | $150,000 |
| 2017-05-25 | Pending sale | $155,000 |
| 2017-04-26 | Listed for sale | $155,000 |
| 2017-01-05 | Listing removed | $155,000 |
| 2013-05-10 | Sold | $130,000 |
| 2013-04-24 | Pending sale | $150,000 |
| 2013-03-07 | Listed for sale | $150,000 |
| 2005-11-10 | Sold | $67,280 |
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