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$664,249$392 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

500 S FOREST CT

LYNDEN, WA 98264
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,696 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$664K
$615K low$714K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,006 (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.$529,442 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$261,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$268,192
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$529,442

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
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 Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyWhatcom
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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.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, Attached
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 · 220 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

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

E
Fisher Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Lynden High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Lynden Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Lynden School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98264These 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.52
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.195

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
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.22,909
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.395 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,896
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,704
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

500 S Forest Ct 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 76% of homes in Lynden 98264
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Lynden 98264
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Lynden 98264

What homes are worth in Lynden 98264

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

This home
$239K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Lynden 98264.

How it measures up in Lynden 98264

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lynden 98264.

Estimated value$664,249
CheaperTypical $527,743Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$392
CheaperTypical $308Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,696 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,768 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 500 S Forest Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLynden 98264Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$664,24976% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39285% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than1,696 ft²45% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac68% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than198537% of homes46% of homes

About 500 S Forest Ct

How much is 500 S Forest Ct, Lynden, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 500 S Forest Ct, Lynden, WA is $664,249 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $614,817 to $713,681. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 500 S Forest Ct, Lynden, WA?

500 S Forest Ct, Lynden, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,696 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 500 S Forest Ct, Lynden, WA built?

500 S Forest Ct, Lynden, WA was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 500 S Forest Ct, Lynden, WA?

500 S Forest Ct, Lynden, WA is assigned to Fisher Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Lynden High School (high), rated B; Lynden Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Lynden School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 500 S Forest Ct, Lynden, WA compare to other homes in Lynden 98264?

Among the 7,421 homes in Lynden 98264, it is worth more than 76% of them ($664,249 against a typical $527,743), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($392 against a typical $308), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,696 ft² against a typical 1,768 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1985 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 71% 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 500 S Forest Ct, Lynden, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 500 S Forest Ct, Lynden, WA was $4,006. The county assessed it at $529,442.

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