Why Live in Puget
Puget, a centrally located neighborhood in Bellingham, is less than 2 miles from downtown and bordered by Interstate 5. The west side of Puget features a mix of hotels, apartments, and fast-casual restaurants, with Whole Foods and Fred Meyer grocery stores serving as key amenities. The east side is primarily residential, with single-family homes along winding streets, offering a quieter environment away from the highway noise. Home styles range from minimalist ranch-style and bungalows to '90s New Traditional properties, with some homes offering views of Sehome Hill. The neighborhood is bike-friendly, and many residents walk to nearby grocery stores or bike downtown. Puget is home to the Civic Athletic Complex, which includes baseball fields, a football stadium, and an indoor ice rink, as well as the Bellingham Sportsplex and Arne Hanna Aquatic Center. The Samish Crest Trail and Whatcom Falls Park provide scenic walking and hiking options. Dining options include Lakeway Teriyaki and B-Town Kitchen and Raw Bar. Schools in the area include Carl Cozier Elementary, Kulshan Middle, and the highly rated Sehome High. Puget has a crime rate lower than the national average, making it a relatively safe area. The neighborhood is well-connected, with Whatcom Transportation Authority buses and easy access to Interstate 5, which runs to the Canadian border and Seattle. PeaceHealth Saint Joseph Medical Center is less than 4 miles away, and Bellingham International Airport is about 7 miles away.
Home Trends in Puget, WA
On average, homes in Puget, Bellingham sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Puget, Bellingham over the last 12 months is $689,008, up 74% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$689,008
Median Single Family Sale Price
$415,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$414,990
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$163
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median List Price
$435,995
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
74%