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$727,733$587 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $727,270 on Jan 16, 2026

1491 OLD SAMISH RD

BELLINGHAM, WA 98229
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,240 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.
3.86 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$728K
$644K low$811K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$727,270 · Jan 16, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,274 (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.$813,145 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$380,158
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$432,987
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$813,145
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$813,145

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.37
16
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.86
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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 · 224 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Wade King Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi
H
Sehome High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi
M
Fairhaven Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.5 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

1491 Old Samish Rd 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.

  • Worth more than 70% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Bellingham 98229
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Bellingham 98229
  • Older than 65% of homes in Bellingham 98229

What homes are worth in Bellingham 98229

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$317K$2M

This home is worth more than 53% 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.

Estimated value$727,733
CheaperTypical $706,067Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$587
CheaperTypical $416Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,240 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,656 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size3.86 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 1491 Old Samish Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellingham 98229Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$727,73353% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$58787% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than1,240 ft²23% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.86 ac95% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than197735% of homes36% of homes

About 1491 Old Samish Rd

How much is 1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA is $727,733 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $644,418 to $811,048. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA last sell?

1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA last sold on Jan 16, 2026 for $727,270, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA?

1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,240 square feet of living space and a 3.86-acre lot.

When was 1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA built?

1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA?

1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA is assigned to Wade King Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Sehome High School (high), rated A-; Fairhaven Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Bellingham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98229?

Among the 12,542 homes in Bellingham 98229, it is worth more than 53% of them ($727,733 against a typical $706,067), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($587 against a typical $416), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,240 ft² against a typical 1,656 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (3.86 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1977 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 70% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1491 Old Samish Rd, Bellingham, WA was $7,274. The county assessed it at $813,145.

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