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$932,549$426 / 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

2617 16TH ST

BELLINGHAM, WA 98229
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,188 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
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.

Valuation

$933K
$841K low$1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,624 (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.$932,236 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$349,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$582,276
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$932,236
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$932,236

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.
13
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountyWhatcom
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Built-in
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 · 486 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.

M
Fairhaven Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Happy Valley Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Sehome High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 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

2617 16th 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 86% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in South
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in South
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in South
  • Newer than 73% of homes in South

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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$315K$2M

This home is worth more than 76% 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$932,549
CheaperTypical $705,630Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$426
CheaperTypical $419Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area2,188 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,641 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 2617 16th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouthBellingham 98229Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$932,54979% of homes76% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42627% of homes53% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than2,188 ft²88% of homes75% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac20% of homes28% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than199873% of homes73% of homes67% of homes

About 2617 16th St

How much is 2617 16th St, Bellingham, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2617 16th St, Bellingham, WA is $932,549 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $840,955 to $1,024,143. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 2617 16th St, Bellingham, WA?

2617 16th St, Bellingham, WA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,188 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 2617 16th St, Bellingham, WA built?

2617 16th St, Bellingham, WA was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2617 16th St, Bellingham, WA?

2617 16th 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 2617 16th St, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98229?

Among the 12,504 homes in Bellingham 98229, it is worth more than 76% of them ($932,549 against a typical $705,630), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($426 against a typical $419), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,188 ft² against a typical 1,641 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1998 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 86% 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 2617 16th St, Bellingham, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 2617 16th St, Bellingham, WA was $7,624. The county assessed it at $932,236.

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