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$470,273$499 / 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 91How 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 $50,152,714 on Jul 20, 2023

1740 DAKIN ST

BELLINGHAM, WA 98229
2
Beds
1
Baths
942 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$470K
$430K low$510K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,152,714 · Jul 20, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,119 (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.$503,579 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$293,616
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$209,963
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$503,579
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$503,579

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
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.
88
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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.Forced Air
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Porch · 114 ft²

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

M
Kulshan Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Silver Beach Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Bellingham High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 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

1740 Dakin St 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 less than 91% of homes in Silver Beach
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Bellingham 98229
  • Older than 96% 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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$286K$2M

This home is worth more than 12% 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$470,273
CheaperTypical $703,728Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$499
CheaperTypical $418Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area942 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,647 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 1740 Dakin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSilver BeachBellingham 98229Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$470,2739% of homes12% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49970% of homes74% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than942 ft²15% of homes9% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac44% of homes40% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than192510% of homes4% of homes9% of homes

About 1740 Dakin St

How much is 1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA is $470,273 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $430,261 to $510,285. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA last sell?

1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA last sold on Jul 20, 2023 for $50,152,714, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA?

1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 942 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA built?

1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA?

1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA is assigned to Kulshan Middle School (middle), rated A-; Silver Beach Elementary School (elementary), 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 1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98229?

Among the 12,511 homes in Bellingham 98229, it is worth more than 12% of them ($470,273 against a typical $703,728), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($499 against a typical $418), it is bigger than 9% of them (942 ft² against a typical 1,647 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1925 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 24% 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 1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1740 Dakin St, Bellingham, WA was $4,119. The county assessed it at $503,579.

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