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Last sold for $55,000 on Oct 6, 2015

4954 NORTHWEST DR

BELLINGHAM, WA 98226
0
Baths
1,444 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · Oct 6, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,806 (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.$232,426 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$200,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,426
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$232,426

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.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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.
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 Residential
CountyWhatcom
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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(4)

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
Central Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.2 mi
H
Ferndale High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
M
Vista Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.2 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

4954 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Whatcom County

How it measures up in Bellingham 98226

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

Living area1,444 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,596 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 4954 Northwest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellingham 98226Whatcom County
Living areabigger than1,444 ft²39% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac57% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than199450% of homes60% of homes

About 4954 Northwest Dr

When did 4954 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA last sell?

4954 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA last sold on Oct 6, 2015 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4954 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA?

4954 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA has 1,444 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 4954 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA built?

4954 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA was built in 1994, making it 32 years old.

What schools serve 4954 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA?

4954 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 4954 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98226?

Among the 15,575 homes in Bellingham 98226, it is bigger than 39% of them (1,444 ft² against a typical 1,596 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1994 against a typical 1994). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 4954 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 4954 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA was $1,806. The county assessed it at $232,426.

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