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$634,237$404 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

234 FOREST LN

BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,570 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.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$634K
$586K low$683K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,028 (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.$859,350 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$194,730
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$664,620
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$859,350

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.31
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.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
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.Condominium
CountyWhatcom
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Lowell Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Sehome High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Fairhaven Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Bellingham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98225These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.213

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.47,186
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,199 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,442
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,004
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

234 Forest Ln 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 82% of homes in South Hill
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in South Hill
  • Newer than 77% of homes in South Hill

What homes are worth in Bellingham 98225

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

This home
$261K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Bellingham 98225.

How it measures up in Bellingham 98225

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bellingham 98225.

Estimated value$634,237
CheaperTypical $621,985Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$404
CheaperTypical $474Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,570 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 234 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth HillBellingham 98225Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$634,23718% of homes52% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40412% of homes25% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than1,570 ft²43% of homes62% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than197777% of homes72% of homes36% of homes

About 234 Forest Ln

How much is 234 Forest Ln, Bellingham, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 234 Forest Ln, Bellingham, WA is $634,237 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $585,683 to $682,791. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 234 Forest Ln, Bellingham, WA?

234 Forest Ln, Bellingham, WA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,570 square feet of living space.

When was 234 Forest Ln, Bellingham, WA built?

234 Forest Ln, Bellingham, WA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old.

What schools serve 234 Forest Ln, Bellingham, WA?

234 Forest Ln, Bellingham, WA is assigned to Lowell Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; 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 234 Forest Ln, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98225?

Among the 12,812 homes in Bellingham 98225, it is worth more than 52% of them ($634,237 against a typical $621,985), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($404 against a typical $474), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,570 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²) and it is newer than 72% of them (1977 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 57% 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 234 Forest Ln, Bellingham, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 234 Forest Ln, Bellingham, WA was $7,028. The county assessed it at $859,350.

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