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$886,227$390 / 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 95How 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

420 20TH ST

BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,272 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.
1969
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

$886K
$839K low$933K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,310 (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.$893,752 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$367,458
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$526,294
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$893,752

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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
CountyWhatcom
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 343 ft²

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

H
Sehome High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Lowell Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Fairhaven Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 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

420 20th 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 84% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in South Hill
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Bellingham 98225
  • Older than 76% of 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 82% 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$886,227
CheaperTypical $621,281Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$390
CheaperTypical $475Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area2,272 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,389 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 420 20th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth HillBellingham 98225Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$886,22744% of homes82% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3909% of homes22% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than2,272 ft²77% of homes87% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than196957% of homes62% of homes24% of homes

About 420 20th St

How much is 420 20th St, Bellingham, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 420 20th St, Bellingham, WA is $886,227 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $839,317 to $933,137. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 420 20th St, Bellingham, WA?

420 20th St, Bellingham, WA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,272 square feet of living space.

When was 420 20th St, Bellingham, WA built?

420 20th St, Bellingham, WA was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 420 20th St, Bellingham, WA?

420 20th St, Bellingham, WA is assigned to Sehome High School (high), rated A; Lowell Elementary School (elementary), 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 420 20th St, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98225?

Among the 12,787 homes in Bellingham 98225, it is worth more than 82% of them ($886,227 against a typical $621,281), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($390 against a typical $475), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,272 ft² against a typical 1,389 ft²) and it is newer than 62% of them (1969 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 84% 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 420 20th St, Bellingham, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 420 20th St, Bellingham, WA was $7,310. The county assessed it at $893,752.

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