Timberland, Forest, TreesVacant Land
2300 CALIFORNIA ST
BELLINGHAM, WA 98229
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,892 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.
9.42 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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,408 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,059,991 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$400,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$659,991
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$900,264
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,059,991
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.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
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.Timberland, Forest, Trees
CountyWHATCOM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.42
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Deck · 795 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.
MEH
Fairhaven Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
Happy Valley Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
Sehome High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 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
2300 California 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.
- Among the largest homes in South
- Among the largest lots in Bellingham 98229
- Older than 66% of homes in South
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 area3,892 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,640 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 98% of homes nearby
Lot size9.42 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger
Bigger than almost all homes nearby
Year built1977
OlderTypical 1989Newer
Newer than 35% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | South | Bellingham 98229 | Whatcom County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 3,892 ft² | almost all homes | 98% of homes | 98% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 9.42 ac | 98% of homes | almost all homes | 97% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1977 | 34% of homes | 35% of homes | 36% of homes |
About 2300 California St
When did 2300 California St, Bellingham, WA last sell?
2300 California St, Bellingham, WA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 2300 California St, Bellingham, WA?
2300 California St, Bellingham, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,892 square feet of living space and a 9.42-acre lot.
When was 2300 California St, Bellingham, WA built?
2300 California St, Bellingham, WA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 2300 California St, Bellingham, WA?
2300 California St, Bellingham, WA is assigned to Fairhaven Middle School (middle), rated A-; Happy Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Sehome 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 2300 California St, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98229?
Among the 12,505 homes in Bellingham 98229, it is bigger than 98% of them (3,892 ft² against a typical 1,640 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (9.42 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1977 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 2300 California St, Bellingham, WA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 2300 California St, Bellingham, WA was $7,408. The county assessed it at $1,059,991.
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