Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $499,000 on Jun 21, 2019
12 CEDAR PL
BELLINGHAM, WA 98229
5
Beds
3
Baths
1,296 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2019
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$499,000 · Jun 21, 2019
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,573 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$734,786 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$135,744
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$599,042
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$734,786
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$734,786
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWhatcom
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 276 ft²
Transaction History(6)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Foreclosure Filings(1)
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EMH
Geneva Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi
Kulshan Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi
Bellingham High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 mi
District: Bellingham School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 98229These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.212
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,514
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.616 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,315
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,782
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%
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How this home compares
12 Cedar Pl measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Smaller than 72% of homes in Bellingham 98229
- Newer than 98% of homes in Bellingham 98229
How it measures up in Bellingham 98229
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bellingham 98229.
Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 28% of homes nearby
Year built2019
OlderTypical 1989Newer
Newer than 98% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Sudden Valley | Bellingham 98229 | Whatcom County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,296 ft² | 31% of homes | 28% of homes | 37% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 2019 | 97% of homes | 98% of homes | 96% of homes |
About 12 Cedar Pl
When did 12 Cedar Pl, Bellingham, WA last sell?
12 Cedar Pl, Bellingham, WA last sold on Jun 21, 2019 for $499,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 12 Cedar Pl, Bellingham, WA?
12 Cedar Pl, Bellingham, WA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 1,296 square feet of living space.
When was 12 Cedar Pl, Bellingham, WA built?
12 Cedar Pl, Bellingham, WA was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 12 Cedar Pl, Bellingham, WA?
12 Cedar Pl, Bellingham, WA is assigned to Geneva Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Kulshan Middle School (middle), rated A+; Bellingham High School (high), rated A. All sit in Bellingham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 12 Cedar Pl, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98229?
Among the 12,425 homes in Bellingham 98229, it is bigger than 28% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²) and it is newer than 98% of them (2019 against a typical 1989). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 12 Cedar Pl, Bellingham, WA?
The 2024 property tax bill for 12 Cedar Pl, Bellingham, WA was $6,573. The county assessed it at $734,786.
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