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Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $465,000 on Jul 31, 2019

712 N FOREST ST

BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,056 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.
1947
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$465,000 · Jul 31, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,379 (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.$780,004 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$489,360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$290,644
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$780,004
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$780,004

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.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyWhatcom
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Builtup (layered Asphalt)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 48 ft²

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.

H
Sehome High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Lowell Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Fairhaven Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 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

712 N Forest 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.

  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Whatcom County

How it measures up in Bellingham 98225

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bellingham 98225.

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,382 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 712 N Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSehomeBellingham 98225Whatcom County
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²32% of homes27% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than194751% of homes49% of homes14% of homes

About 712 N Forest St

When did 712 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA last sell?

712 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA last sold on Jul 31, 2019 for $465,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 712 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA?

712 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 1,056 square feet of living space.

When was 712 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA built?

712 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 712 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA?

712 N Forest 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 712 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98225?

Among the 12,594 homes in Bellingham 98225, it is bigger than 27% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,382 ft²) and it is newer than 49% of them (1947 against a typical 1950). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 712 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 712 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA was $6,379. The county assessed it at $780,004.

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