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$284,684$593 / 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 $270,000 on Oct 9, 2024

4178 RURAL AVE

BELLINGHAM, WA 98226
2
Beds
1
Baths
480 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.
0.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$285K
$260K low$310K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Oct 9, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,951 (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.$306,350 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$175,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$130,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$306,350
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$306,350

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.46
92
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.
45
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
11
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyWhatcom
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.90
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.Wood Furnace
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 96 ft²Porch · 258 ft²

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.

E
Alderwood Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi
M
Shuksan Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.6 mi
H
Squalicum High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.1 mi

District: Bellingham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98226These 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.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.211

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.49,590
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.433 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,457
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,792
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

4178 Rural Ave 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 98% of homes in Bellingham 98226
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Bellingham 98226
  • Among the smallest homes in Bellingham 98226
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Bellingham 98226

What homes are worth in Bellingham 98226

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

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$301K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Bellingham 98226.

How it measures up in Bellingham 98226

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bellingham 98226.

Estimated value$284,684
CheaperTypical $633,770Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$593
CheaperTypical $399Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area480 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,595 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.9 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 4178 Rural Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellingham 98226Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,6842% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$59392% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than480 ft²almost no homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.9 ac68% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than19204% of homes7% of homes

About 4178 Rural Ave

How much is 4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA is $284,684 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $259,502 to $309,866. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA last sell?

4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA last sold on Oct 9, 2024 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA?

4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 480 square feet of living space and a 0.90-acre lot.

When was 4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA built?

4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA?

4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA is assigned to Alderwood Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Shuksan Middle School (middle), rated B-; Squalicum 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 4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98226?

Among the 15,401 homes in Bellingham 98226, it is worth more than 2% of them ($284,684 against a typical $633,770), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($593 against a typical $399), it is bigger than almost none of them (480 ft² against a typical 1,595 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.9 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1920 against a typical 1994). 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 4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 4178 Rural Ave, Bellingham, WA was $2,951. The county assessed it at $306,350.

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