Listed by Windermere Real Estate Whatcom, Bought with Windermere Real Estate/CIR
$735,000
SOLD MAY 15, 2025

5337 Elder Rd Ferndale, WA 98248

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,971 Sq Ft
1.94 Acres

Recently Sold

$373 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

Highlights

  • Barn
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Mountain View
  • Stables
  • Fruit Trees
  • Deck

About This Home

As of May 2025

Discover this charming 4-bed, 2-bath home with modern updates, renovated bathrooms, original hardwood floors, and fresh new carpet throughout. The dream kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry. Recent updates include a new roof, water heater, and furnace, ensuring comfort and efficiency. Enjoy an additional 572sqft of finished space with its own kitchen, bath, and AC—ideal for guests. Outdoors, the property spans nearly 2 acres with breathtaking Mt. Baker views, a barn (200 amp service) with horse stalls, raised garden beds, and a fenced backyard—perfect for privacy and outdoor living. A true retreat for those seeking comfort and tranquility!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Samantha Cross

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #20121767 Listed on: 04/02/2025

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Co-Listed By

Ian Cross

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #20118935

Last Buyer's Agent

Molly Alumbaugh

Windermere Real Estate/CIR License #83629

Windermere Real Estate/CIR

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2352671

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,621

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 1.94 Acre Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,971 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Driveway
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Eagleridge Elementary School
  • Horizon Mid Middle School
  • Ferndale High School

Farming

  • Barn
  • Pasture

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Stables

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ferndale Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,621

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 11 - 1 1/2 Story
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1971
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2352671?w=Consumer&agent=131264
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceramic Tile, Dining Room, Skylight(s)
  • Living Area: 1971
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1971
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 1
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 3
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Territorial
  • Lot Features: Paved
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Structure Type: House

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, RV Parking

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Individual Well
  • Security: Partially Fenced
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: PSE
  • SewerCompany: Septic
  • WaterCompany: Shared Well
  • InternetConnected: Xfinity

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ferndale
  • High School: Ferndale High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Horizon Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3901275220290000
  • Topography: Level
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.94
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 84506
  • Zoning: R5A
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Barn,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Outbuildings,Patio,Propane,RV Parking,Shop,Stable
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Realist

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Propane

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4621

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Propane

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Eagleridge Elem

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 2, 2025
Closed on
May 13, 2025
Sold by
Sheff Tausha L and Robertson Stori A
Bought by
Bade Erik F and Bade Theresa
Seller's Agent
Samantha Cross
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Molly Alumbaugh
Windermere Real Estate/CIR
List Price
$719,000
Sold Price
$735,000
Premium/Discount to List
$16,000
2.23%
Views
11
Current Estimated Value
$730,344

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,656
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.48%
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Outstanding Balance
$313,028
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$419,732

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2015
Closed on
Jul 13, 2015
Sold by
Koester Herbert W and Koester Hyacinth V
Bought by
Robertson Tausha L and Robertson Stori A
Seller's Agent
Chris Erdmann
eXp Commercial, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Rob Merhaut
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
List Price
$290,000
Sold Price
$294,500
Premium/Discount to List
$4,500
1.55%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.74%
Original Mortgage
$289,165
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2006
Sold by
Lowden E Philip
Bought by
Okeefe Shelagh and Koester Herbert W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$324,000
Interest Rate
6.52%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 2000
Sold by
Strobel Mark S and Strobel Vaughan Lora J
Bought by
Lowden E Phillip

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
8.16%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $735,000 Whatcom Land Title
Warranty Deed $294,500 Whatcom Land Title Co Inc
Warranty Deed $294,500 Whatcom Land Title
Warranty Deed $405,280 Whatcom Land Title
Warranty Deed $176,207 First American Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $315,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $289,165 FHA
Previous Owner $324,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $140,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/15/2025 05/15/25 Sold $735,000 +2.2% $373 / Sq Ft
04/17/2025 04/17/25 Pending -- -- --
04/02/2025 04/02/25 For Sale $719,000 +144.1% $365 / Sq Ft
07/17/2015 07/17/15 Sold $294,500 +1.6% $149 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/11/2015 05/11/15 Pending -- -- --
05/05/2015 05/05/15 For Sale $290,000 -- $147 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,060 $765,268 $282,265 $483,003
2024 $4,621 $646,620 $250,320 $396,300
2023 $4,621 $646,620 $250,320 $396,300
2022 $4,339 $577,339 $223,500 $353,839
2021 $4,007 $468,881 $144,332 $324,549
2020 $4,079 $397,357 $122,315 $275,042
2019 $3,198 $366,221 $112,731 $253,490
2018 $3,588 $328,834 $106,341 $222,493
2017 $3,355 $282,261 $91,280 $190,981
2016 $3,271 $282,261 $91,280 $190,981
2015 $3,361 $274,556 $117,552 $157,004
2014 -- $274,556 $117,552 $157,004
2013 -- $274,556 $117,552 $157,004
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2352671

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 390127-522029-0000