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$469,838$393 / 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 94How 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

4821 NORTHWEST DR

BELLINGHAM, WA 98226
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,196 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.
1.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$470K
$443K low$497K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,233 (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.$368,608 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$224,727
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$143,881
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$368,608

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.38
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
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.
75
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.44 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.1.89
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.Baseboard
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 64 ft²

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

E
Central Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.5 mi
H
Ferndale High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
M
Vista Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.5 mi

District: Ferndale 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

4821 Northwest Dr 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 83% of homes in Bellingham 98226
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Bellingham 98226
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Older than 81% 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.

This home
$311K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 17% 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$469,838
CheaperTypical $635,124Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$393
CheaperTypical $398Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,196 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,596 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size1.89 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 4821 Northwest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellingham 98226Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$469,83817% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39348% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,196 ft²21% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.89 ac75% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than197119% of homes27% of homes

About 4821 Northwest Dr

How much is 4821 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4821 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA is $469,838 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $443,122 to $496,554. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 4821 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA?

4821 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,196 square feet of living space and a 1.89-acre lot.

When was 4821 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA built?

4821 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4821 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA?

4821 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA is assigned to Central Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Ferndale High School (high), rated B-; Vista Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Ferndale School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4821 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98226?

Among the 15,525 homes in Bellingham 98226, it is worth more than 17% of them ($469,838 against a typical $635,124), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($393 against a typical $398), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,196 ft² against a typical 1,596 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (1.89 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1971 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 24% 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 4821 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 4821 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA was $3,233. The county assessed it at $368,608.

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