Quadplex (4 Units, Any Combination)Residential
917 ORCHID PL
BELLINGHAM, WA 98226
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
5,992 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,072 (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.$1,476,024 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$268,983
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,207,041
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,476,024
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.
11
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.Quadplex (4 Units, Any Combination)
CountyWhatcom
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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.Deck · 168 ft²Patio · 196 ft²
Transaction History(1)
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.
EMH
Cordata Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
Shuksan Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
Squalicum High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
District: Bellingham 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
917 Orchid Pl 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 Cordata
- Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Cordata
- Newer than 77% 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 area5,992 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,590 ft²Bigger
Bigger than almost all homes nearby
Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger
Bigger than 51% of homes nearby
Year built2004
OlderTypical 1994Newer
Newer than 75% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Cordata | Bellingham 98226 | Whatcom County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 5,992 ft² | almost all homes | almost all homes | almost all homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.27 ac | 77% of homes | 51% of homes | 56% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 2004 | 38% of homes | 75% of homes | 77% of homes |
About 917 Orchid Pl
How big is 917 Orchid Pl, Bellingham, WA?
917 Orchid Pl, Bellingham, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 5,992 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.
When was 917 Orchid Pl, Bellingham, WA built?
917 Orchid Pl, Bellingham, WA was built in 2004, making it 22 years old.
What schools serve 917 Orchid Pl, Bellingham, WA?
917 Orchid Pl, Bellingham, WA is assigned to Cordata Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Shuksan Middle School (middle), rated D+; Squalicum High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Bellingham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 917 Orchid Pl, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98226?
Among the 15,402 homes in Bellingham 98226, it is bigger than almost all of them (5,992 ft² against a typical 1,590 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (2004 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 917 Orchid Pl, Bellingham, WA?
The 2024 property tax bill for 917 Orchid Pl, Bellingham, WA was $12,072. The county assessed it at $1,476,024.
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- 909 Orchid Pl$504K0.3 ac · Sold $185K · Oct 2004
- 901 Orchid Pl3 bd · 2 ba · 2,996 ft² · Sold $1.3M · Aug 2004
- 921 Orchid Pl3 bd · 2 ba · 6,162 ft² · Sold $550K · Jun 2004
- 922 Orchid Pl3 bd · 1.5 ba · 6,162 ft² · Sold $550K · Jan 2004
- 913 Orchid Pl3 bd · 2 ba · 5,992 ft²
Closest homes
- 913 Orchid Pl72 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 5,992 ft²
- 918 Orchid Pl210 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 6,162 ft² · Sold $620K · Sep 2012
- 921 Orchid Pl157 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 6,162 ft² · Sold $550K · Jun 2004
- 912 Orchid Pl220 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 6,162 ft² · Sold $740K · Aug 2015
- 909 Orchid Pl Unit 102$418K179 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,663 ft² · Sold $310K · Jul 2019
- 909 Orchid Pl Unit 101$428K179 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,493 ft² · Sold $300K · Sep 2020
- 909 Orchid Pl$436K179 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,493 ft² · Sold $400K · Mar 2022
- 909 Orchid Pl Unit 201$425K179 ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,493 ft² · Sold $289K · Apr 2019
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