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3503 Sussex Drive, Bellingham, WA, 98226

3beds
3baths
1,533sqft
$659,000
$430price/sqft
$3,973/moest. monthly cost
$158,920/yrincome needed

About This Home

$20,000 seller credit to buyer closing costs! Welcome home to a fee simple townhome on Barkley hill, a 1500+ sq ft home with 3 beds/2.5 baths, and 2 car garage. The upper level features two bedrooms with a full bath and laundry w/full size W/D. The main level includes powder room, entry, kitchen, dining and living areas, and a covered deck. Soft close hardware on kitchen cabinets, a fire suppression system for the building. The greenspace out back offers a permanently protected view and provides a trail right out back. Head down the hill to Barkley Village which hosts local restaurants, bars, grocery and a movie theater!

Getting Around

8
WalkingCar-Dependent
27
TransitSome Transit
15
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Shuksan Middle SchoolGrades 6-83.3 mi
8/10
Squalicum High SchoolGrades 9-120.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Very Good
  • Year built: 2024

Materials

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

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Townhouse
  • Property subType: Townhouse,Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Water Heater: Electric - Tank,Water Heater Location: Basement Closet

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Daylight,Finished

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Second

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Second

Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Entry Hall

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window features: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
  • Flooring: Marble,Vinyl Plank

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Ductless,Wall Furnace,Electric
  • Cooling features: Ductless

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,533
  • Total interior livable area: 1,533 sqft

Kitchen With Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Other

  • Level: Main

Utility Room

  • Level: Second

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 3803163561170000
  • Zoning: PRM10
  • Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Entry location: Main
  • Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s),Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Walk-In Closet(s),Water Heater
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Territorial
  • Topography of land: Level,Partial Slope,Sloped

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,498 sqft
  • Features: Paved,Sidewalk,Cable TV,Deck,Electric Car Charging,High Speed Internet

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Driveway,Attached Garage,Off Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Covered spaces: 1

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
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Earthquake
Ice Storm
Inland Flooding
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 $3,332$39,984
Home Insurance *$119$1,428
Property Taxes $373$4,476
Electricity $149$1,793
Total$3,973$47,676
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$136,217/yr
40% on housing$119,190/yr
45% on housing$105,946/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

$430This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98226$315
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
2026-07-31Listed for sale$659,000
2025-04-07Listing removed$2,800
2025-03-28Price change$2,800
2025-03-18Price change$3,000
2025-03-09Price change$3,200
2025-03-05Listed for rent$3,300
2025-02-21Sold$639,000
2024-08-15Pending sale$639,000
2024-08-15Listed for sale$639,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentRobert Tucker
BrokerageBellingham Real Estate Company

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