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Cordata

Cordata

$492,229 Average Value
$381 Average Price per Sq Ft
37 Homes For Sale

Quiet residential community on Bellingham’s north side

Cordata is set on the northern edge of Bellingham, 4 miles from downtown and bordered by Interstate 5 on the south. 21st-century housing developments and condos are found on the neighborhood's north side, removed from road noise and supported by the recently renovated Cordata Park and Cordata Presbyterian Church, which organizes community events and volunteer efforts. Just east of Cordata, national chain retailers, shopping plazas and hotels are found along Meridian Street. Whatcom Community College, set on the south side, brings in commuter students from all over Bellingham and offers degrees in business and information technology. “It’s a newer area, really open and sunny with wide streets and bike lanes,” says Jeff Baker, local real estate broker with Windemere Real Estate. “The whole area is flat, so it’s really accessible as far as walking, biking and trails.”

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21st-Century single-family homes and condos

Single-family homes in Cordata are mostly found close to the neighborhood’s northern border, with one or two small subdivisions on the south. Primarily built in the 2000s and 2010s, Modern Craftsman-style homes often feature vertical siding, gable trim and prominent two-car garages, with two- to four-bedroom properties selling for between $400,000 and $700,000. Many homes come with solar panels. “It’s eco-friendly, helps save money on energy, and there are tax credits that go along with that,” Baker says. Condos and apartment complexes fill the rest of the neighborhood with a mix of low-rise, detached, and townhouse-style complexes. Built between 1990 and 2020, one-bedroom condos sell for between $200,000 and $300,000, while two- and three-bedroom properties sell for between $300,000 and $650,000, depending on square footage. Throughout the neighborhood, homes and condos are set close together along truncated streets decorated with young fir and maple trees that will grow over the next decade.

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Public schools in Bellingham and Meridian School Districts

Most of Cordata is zoned for Bellingham School District, though land north of Van Wyck Road is zoned for Meridian School District. Students on Cordata’s south side may attend Cordata Elementary, rated C by Niche, before moving on to the C-plus-rated Shuksan Middle. At the B-plus-rated Squalicum High, students can take sports medicine, robotics, and video game design classes. Students on the north side may begin at the B-minus-rated Irene Reither Elementary, followed by the B-rated Meridian Middle. The C-plus-rated Meridian High offers over a dozen seasonal athletic programs, including cross country, tennis and basketball.

Cordata Elementary School building
Cordata Elementary School building
Meridian Middle School entrance
Meridian Middle School entrance
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Bordered by Interstate 5 and Meridian Street

Interstate 5 borders Cordata on the south, bisecting Bellingham and stretching 20 miles north to the Canadian border and 92 miles south to Seattle. Meridian Street connects Cordata to downtown Bellingham, about 4 miles south. The Whatcom Transportation Authority has several routes passing through Cordata, often used by Whatcom Community College students to commute to class from elsewhere in the city. PeaceHealth Saint Joseph Medical Center is about 3 miles south, while Bellingham International Airport is 3 miles west.

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Recently renovated pickleball courts at Cordata Park

Built in 2015 and renovated in spring 2024, the 25-acre Cordata Park is one of the newest recreation spaces in Bellingham. The park is outfitted with pickleball courts, a bicycle pump track and several playgrounds of varying size for different age groups. Julianna Park has over a mile of gravel walking trails through pine and cedar forests, with benches and scenic meadows peppered throughout. North Bellingham Golf Course features 18 holes across expansive greenways and gently sloping hills.

Cordata Park stands next to wide open spaces.
Cordata Park stands next to wide open spaces.
Cordata Park delights residents with a suite of modern equiptment.
Cordata Park delights residents with a suite of modern equiptment.
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Less than a mile from Bellis Fair mall and other shopping

Grocery stores in Cordata include Costco, Fred Meyer and the Community Food Co-op, which specializes in local produce. Shopping centers line Meridian Street, less than a mile east, where locals can park and shop at the Bellis Fair mall, which features national retailers like Target and Forever 21. Other shopping plazas on Meridian are anchored by department stores like TJ Maxx and Burlington. Locally owned eateries are peppered among larger chains, including the Birch Door Cafe, a local favorite for brunch with cottage-esque wooden décor. The family-owned Hokkai Ramen & Sushi is a fast-casual restaurant serving Japanese cuisine and take-out service.

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Community events held by Cordata Presbyterian Church

Cordata Presbyterian Church organizes family-friendly activities and events every month, including a community New Year’s Eve Party and Caroling at Cordata, an outdoor Christmas celebration with cocoa and a tree lighting ceremony. Throughout the year, church volunteers have occasional Landscape Work Parties, cleaning up the grounds and fostering community bonds.

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Transit

Airport

Bellingham International

10 min drive

Bus

Cordata Pkwy & Westerly Rd

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Cordata Pkwy & Stuart Rd

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Cordata Pkwy & Horton Rd

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Kline Rd & Springside St

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Kline Rd & Spring Vista Way

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June Rd & Fuchsia Dr

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Kellogg Rd & Whatcom Community College

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Cordata US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,035
Number of Homes for Sale
37
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
3.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,545
Significantly below the national average
1,932
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,517
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,093
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
811
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920

Open Houses

  • Sunday, May 17
    12 - 3pm

    550 (Lot 6) Northview St, Bellingham, WA 98226

    $674,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,601 Sq Ft
    • 550 (Lot 6) Northview St

    Welcome to Northview 2 at Larrabee Springs—modern solar living in Bellingham’s Cordata neighborhood. The Grouse plan offers 1,601 sq ft with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, including a convenient main-level bedroom ideal for guests, multi-generational living, or a home office. The open-concept layout features vaulted ceilings and a gas fireplace that anchors the main living space. The custom kitchen

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    Jeff Baker
    Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
    (360) 564-6660
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  • Monday, May 18
    12 - 2pm

    4230 Melrose Ln, Bellingham, WA 98226

    $459,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,225 Sq Ft
    • 4230 Melrose Ln

    Welcome to Trailside, a new Cordata Townhome community alongside Northern Lights Park. These modern, craftsman style homes offer warm, premium finishes throughout w/ thoughtfully designed floor plans that check all the boxes. This is a 2-bedroom design w/ a 2-car driveway & fenced front yard along the park. Main floor offers a welcoming great room, half bath, and kitchen w/ quartz counters,

    Elizabeth Wolfe Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

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  • Sunday, May 17
    12 - 2pm

    5010 Festival Blvd Unit 1A, Bellingham, WA 98226

    $425,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,227 Sq Ft
    • 5010 Festival Blvd
    • Unit 1A
    • New 11 days ago

    Come see this rare ground floor unit with zero steps, at Festival Square; a charming age 55+ condominium community in the Cordata neighborhood. Corner unit does not back onto Stuart Rd but instead overlooks a peaceful grassy lawn with mature landscaping behind the home. Views from kitchen, living room and primary bedroom bring abundant natural light into this bright home. At 1,227 sf this unit

    Mira Gregory John L. Scott Bellingham

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
10
Median Rent
$2,325
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,850
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,888
Median Condo Rent
$2,150
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,225

Demographics

Total Population
7,330
Median Age
39
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.3%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$52,883
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$66,346

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.4%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
40.5%
Advanced Degrees
12%
% Population in Labor Force
52%
Below the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
2''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Fairly friendly

Walkability®

40 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Transit®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
NEIGHBORHOOD
Cordata
Mikala Murphy
Hansen Group Real Estate Inc
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