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$1,085,538$407 / 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 $738,000 on Dec 31, 2020

331 S FOREST ST

BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,668 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$991K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$738,000 · Dec 31, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,890 (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.$1,331,551 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$717,418
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$614,133
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,331,551

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.
16
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.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.0.17
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.Builtup (layered Asphalt)
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 256 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.

E
Lowell Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Sehome High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Fairhaven Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 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

331 S Forest 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 92% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in South Hill
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Bellingham 98225
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Among the oldest homes in Whatcom County

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
$265K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 90% 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$1,085,538
CheaperTypical $619,640Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$407
CheaperTypical $474Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area2,668 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,395 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 331 S Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth HillBellingham 98225Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,085,53866% of homes90% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40712% of homes27% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than2,668 ft²86% of homes92% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac48% of homes52% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than19007% of homes9% of homesalmost no homes

About 331 S Forest St

How much is 331 S Forest St, Bellingham, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 331 S Forest St, Bellingham, WA is $1,085,538 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $990,552 to $1,180,524. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 331 S Forest St, Bellingham, WA last sell?

331 S Forest St, Bellingham, WA last sold on Dec 31, 2020 for $738,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 331 S Forest St, Bellingham, WA?

331 S Forest St, Bellingham, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,668 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 331 S Forest St, Bellingham, WA built?

331 S Forest St, Bellingham, WA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 331 S Forest St, Bellingham, WA?

331 S Forest St, 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 331 S Forest St, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98225?

Among the 12,793 homes in Bellingham 98225, it is worth more than 90% of them ($1,085,538 against a typical $619,640), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($407 against a typical $474), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,668 ft² against a typical 1,395 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1900 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 92% 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 331 S Forest St, Bellingham, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 331 S Forest St, Bellingham, WA was $10,890. The county assessed it at $1,331,551.

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