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$505,949$170 / 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 90How 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

242 GARFIELD ST

SUMAS, WA 98295
4
Beds
1
Baths
2,984 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1946
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$506K
$453K low$558K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,865 (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.$416,989 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$103,308
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$313,681
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$416,989

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.38
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.1 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyWhatcom
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.Hot Water
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 · 120 ft²

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

E
Sumas Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Nooksack Valley High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi
M
Nooksack Valley Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.3 mi

District: Nooksack Valley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98295These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.184

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,263
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.112 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,325
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,352
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.70 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

242 Garfield 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 more than 77% of homes in Sumas 98295
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Whatcom County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Sumas 98295
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Whatcom County

What homes are worth in Sumas 98295

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

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$20K$807K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Sumas 98295.

How it measures up in Sumas 98295

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sumas 98295.

Estimated value$505,949
CheaperTypical $375,472Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $259Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area2,984 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,361 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 242 Garfield St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSumas 98295Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$505,94977% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17021% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,984 ft²97% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac34% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than194620% of homes14% of homes

About 242 Garfield St

How much is 242 Garfield St, Sumas, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Garfield St, Sumas, WA is $505,949 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $453,414 to $558,484. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 242 Garfield St, Sumas, WA?

242 Garfield St, Sumas, WA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,984 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 242 Garfield St, Sumas, WA built?

242 Garfield St, Sumas, WA was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 Garfield St, Sumas, WA?

242 Garfield St, Sumas, WA is assigned to Sumas Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Nooksack Valley High School (high), rated B; Nooksack Valley Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Nooksack Valley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Garfield St, Sumas, WA compare to other homes in Sumas 98295?

Among the 1,164 homes in Sumas 98295, it is worth more than 77% of them ($505,949 against a typical $375,472), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($170 against a typical $259), it is bigger than 97% of them (2,984 ft² against a typical 1,361 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1946 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 30% 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 242 Garfield St, Sumas, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 242 Garfield St, Sumas, WA was $3,865. The county assessed it at $416,989.

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