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Last sold for $700,000 on Nov 30, 2016

5217 NORTHWEST DR

BELLINGHAM, WA 98226
0
Baths
13,655 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.
2.69 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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.$700,000 · Nov 30, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,486 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$962,487 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$338,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$623,687
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$962,487

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.
10
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.
73
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.Public School (Administration, Campus, Dorms, Instruction)
CountyWHATCOM
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2021
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.69
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Deck

Transaction History(6)

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 SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.6 mi
H
Ferndale High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
M
Vista Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 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

5217 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.

  • Among the largest homes in Bellingham 98226
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Older than 78% 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.

Living area13,655 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,585 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2.69 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 5217 Northwest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellingham 98226Whatcom County
Living areabigger than13,655 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than2.69 ac79% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than197322% of homes29% of homes

About 5217 Northwest Dr

When did 5217 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA last sell?

5217 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA last sold on Nov 30, 2016 for $700,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5217 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA?

5217 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA has 13,655 square feet of living space and a 2.69-acre lot.

When was 5217 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA built?

5217 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old.

What schools serve 5217 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA?

5217 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA is assigned to Central Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Ferndale High School (high), rated C+; Vista Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Ferndale School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5217 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98226?

Among the 15,365 homes in Bellingham 98226, it is bigger than almost all of them (13,655 ft² against a typical 1,585 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (2.69 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1973 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 5217 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5217 Northwest Dr, Bellingham, WA was $7,486. The county assessed it at $962,487.

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