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Sought-after residential community with high property values
Set along Bellingham Bay, 4 miles south of downtown Bellingham, Edgemoor has some of the highest home values in the city, with listing prices seldom dipping below a million. While many surrounding neighborhoods have close-set bungalows built before 1950, Edgemoor has mid- to late-20th-century homes that sit on quarter- and half-acre lots, often with bay views. While most homes here are within walking distance of Fairhaven, a shopping and dining district that's extremely popular with locals and tourists, the neighborhood itself offers a serene haven from the Fairhaven crowds, with nature preserves like Clark’s Point and the Post Point Heron Colony Site. The Cap Index crime score here is a low 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. "You see a lot of people out walking their dogs here, and every neighborhood in Bellingham has a private group page on Facebook," says Keith Ferris, a longtime Bellingham resident and local broker with Madrona Residential Real Estate. “People post about community picnics or organize park cleanups. It’s a very positive vibe.” Edgemoor is zoned for the highly regarded Sehome High, which can be a significant draw for local families.
Mid- to late- 20th century homes on large lots with bay views
Housing development in Edgemoor began in the 1960s and ‘70s on the neighborhood's west side, where narrow, sidewalk-less streets run parallel to the bay. Here, split-level and raised ranch-style homes sit on quarter- and half-acre wooded lots shaded by mature pine and elm trees. Midcentury modern ranch-style homes feature low-pitched roofs, as well as exteriors faced with wood and stone. More recently built homes on the neighborhood’s east side include 1990s new traditional homes with multiple steep gables and combined stone and vinyl exteriors. Early 2000s Contemporary homes have wood exteriors, and asymmetrical low-slope roofs, with large windows and skylights. Three- to four-bedroom homes built before 1990 generally sell for between $1 and $1.3 million, while newer properties with four or five bedrooms range from $1.5 to $2.5 million. Properties with private pools and bay views can sell for between $3 and $4 million. “You have bigger homes and bigger lots here, which is something you don’t always see in Bellingham,” Ferris says. “A lot of them have views of the water, and being able to walk to Fairhaven is huge.”
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After-school athletics at Bellingham public schools
Local kids may attend Happy Valley Elementary School, which is rated B by Niche; the after-school enrichment program here is run by PTA volunteers, with offerings like a chess group, a choir and an outdoor exploration club. The B-plus-rated Fairhaven Middle sits on the neighborhood’s northern edge, offering more than a dozen athletic activities, including a competitive dance and tumbling team. Students at the A-rated Sehome High can join seasonal sports teams like sailing in the fall and golf in the spring, or join the school’s Sports Medicine and Ultimate Frisbee Clubs.
Sehome High School prepares students for graduation and beyond.
Find peace knowing your children are getting a great education at Fairhaven Middle School.
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Preserved landscapes at Clark’s Point and Post Point Heron Colony Site
Edgemoor is full of scenic greenspaces where locals can look out on the bay. At Clark’s Point, a peninsula on the neighborhood’s southern edge, two public access points allow views of the water and local wildlife. On the north side, the Post Point Heron Colony Site is a secluded nature sanctuary, popular with birdwatchers. “It’s a whole community of blue herons,” says Ken Harrison, a Bellingham resident of 36 years and local broker with Compass Real Estate. “A lot of people go down there when they’re nesting in the spring.” Bayside Swimming Club sits at the center of the neighborhood. One of only a few pools in Bellingham, it’s considered a major asset to the community, and there's often a waitlist for membership.
Relax in the shade while enjoying bay views at Clark’s Point in Edgemoor.
Take your dog for a walk at Post Point Heron Colony Site in Edgemoor.
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Walking to local restaurants in Fairhaven
Though there aren’t any shops or restaurants in Edgemoor, locals have easy access to Fairhaven, a major shopping and dining hub 1 mile to the north. Full of small cafes, bars and bookstores housed in historic brick buildings from the late 19th century, Fairhaven is frequently visited by both locals and tourists as a place to stroll through shops or have a nice dinner on the weekends. Depending on their location within Edgemoor, residents can walk to Fairhaven staples like The Black Cat, which serves upscale variations on classic American fare with specialty cocktails and Sunday brunch. Locals can head to The Filling Station, decorated with eclectic vintage license plates, for a more casual feel with burgers and beer. The nearest Haggen grocery store is also located in Fairhaven, about a mile away.
A Lot of Flowers is Edgmoor resident's go-to spot for flowers and decor.
Edgemoor residents head to The Black Cat for steamed Manila clams and white wine.
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Taking Whatcom County buses downtown
Edgemoor residents can take Interstate 5 to Seattle (88 miles south) or the Canadian Border (46 miles north). The Whatcom Transportation Authority’s Route 105 bus passes through Edgemoor before traveling 1 mile to Fairhaven and 4 miles to downtown Bellingham. The Fairhaven Amtrak station is less than 2 miles away, with tracks running along Edgemoor’s west end, beside the water; passing trains can be heard throughout the day, taking passengers north to Vancouver, Canada and south to Mount Vernon. The Peace Health Saint Joseph Medical Center, Bellingham’s only major hospital, is located about 7 miles north, while Bellingham International Airport is 10 miles away.
Community festivals in Fairhaven
Fairhaven is home to several events and festivals throughout the winter. Held every year on Memorial Day Weekend, the Sky to Sea multi-sport team relay race is divided into several legs -- skiing, snowboarding, running, biking, canoeing and kayaking -- that start at Mount Baker and end in Bellingham Bay. To celebrate the completion of the race, Fairhaven hosts an all-day street festival with live music, a beer garden, and food and craft vendors. In the winter, locals can walk to Fairhaven to enjoy Winterfest, a month-long celebration with seasonal activities like horse-drawn carriage rides and holiday markets.
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Edgemoor Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Edgemoor, Bellingham sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Edgemoor, Bellingham over the last 12 months is $1,370,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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