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$282,606$354 / 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 97How 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 $222,500 on Jul 29, 2020

3538 NORTHWEST AVE APT 5

BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Building report
2
Beds
1
Baths
799 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.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$283K
$274K low$291K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$222,500 · Jul 29, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,197 (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.$268,678 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,594
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$229,084
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$268,678

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.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
45
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Shuksan Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Birchwood Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Bellingham High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 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

3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5 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 97% of homes in Bellingham 98225
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Bellingham 98225
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Bellingham 98225
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Birchwood

What homes are worth in Bellingham 98225

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

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$256K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 3% 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$282,606
CheaperTypical $619,976Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$354
CheaperTypical $473Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area799 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirchwoodBellingham 98225Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$282,6067% of homes3% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35424% of homes12% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than799 ft²14% of homes10% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than197976% of homes74% of homes41% of homes

About 3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5

How much is 3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA is $282,606 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $274,323 to $290,889. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA last sell?

3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA last sold on Jul 29, 2020 for $222,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA?

3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 799 square feet of living space.

When was 3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA built?

3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old.

What schools serve 3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA?

3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA is assigned to Shuksan Middle School (middle), rated D+; Birchwood Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Bellingham 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 3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98225?

Among the 12,793 homes in Bellingham 98225, it is worth more than 3% of them ($282,606 against a typical $619,976), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($354 against a typical $473), it is bigger than 10% of them (799 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²) and it is newer than 74% of them (1979 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 5% 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 3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3538 Northwest Ave Apt 5, Bellingham, WA was $2,197. The county assessed it at $268,678.

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