Listed by Muljat Group, Bought with Bellingham Real Estate Company
$485,000
SOLD DEC 12, 2025

5824 Birch Dr Ferndale, WA 98248

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,012 Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$479 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • Property is near public transit and bus stop
  • Corner Lot
  • Mountain View
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of December 2025

Don’t miss this sunny mid-century modern gem in the heart of Seamount Neighborhood! 3 bedrooms w/ vaulted ceilings & ample sun exposure. Updated full bath & large updated kitchen w/ tile backsplash, quartz countertops & stainless steel appliances. Open-concept greatroom w/ vaulted ceiling, exposed beam, clerestory windows & brick fireplace w/ modern gas insert. Large corner lot features oversized driveway, fully fenced private backyard, extensive hardscaping & mature landscaping w/ rhododendron tree & decades-old majestic evergreen. Shed w/ power has room for workshop, hobbies & storage. Metal roof, new sewer line, tankless H20 heater & LVP floors throughout. Two blocks to FHS & quick access to I-5 & downtown Ferndale. Book a tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Maggie Parker

Muljat Group License #135583 Listed on: 11/06/2025

Muljat Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Max Burrage

Bellingham Real Estate Company License #129050

Bellingham Real Estate Company

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2452451

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,053

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Metal Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,012 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Vinyl Plank Flooring
  • Storm Windows
  • Washer

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • Driveway
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Location

  • Property is near public transit and bus stop

Schools

  • Skyline Elementary School
  • Vista Mid Middle School
  • Ferndale High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ferndale Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,053

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 10 - 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Building Name: Seamount
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1012
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • NWM_ExcludedItemsYN: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing_results/NWMLS/2452451, https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2452451?w=Consumer&agent=120248
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
  • Living Area: 1012
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1012
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Mountain(s), Territorial
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Cement Plank
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Cement Planked
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: true

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Fully Fenced
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: PSE
  • SewerCompany: City of Ferndale
  • WaterCompany: City of Ferndale
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Closet
  • WaterHeaterType: Gas
  • CableConnected: Xfinity
  • InternetConnected: Ziply

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 390219419159
  • Topography: Level
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8712
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Fenced-Fully,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Realist
  • ZoningJurisdiction: City
  • LotNumber: 4

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Natural Gas

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3053

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Natural Gas

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Skyline Elem

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 6, 2025
Closed on
Dec 10, 2025
Sold by
Barrett Amber
Bought by
Pendergast Katheryne and Pendergast Philip
Seller's Agent
Maggie Parker
Muljat Group
Buyer's Agent
Max Burrage
Bellingham Real Estate Company
List Price
$465,000
Sold Price
$485,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
4.3%
Views
2

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-28.38%
Original Mortgage
$388,000
Outstanding Balance
$388,000
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$77,958

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 25, 2020
Closed on
Aug 24, 2020
Sold by
Geer George H and Jackson Geer Beverly
Bought by
Barrett Amber
Seller's Agent
George Geer
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$337,000
Premium/Discount to List
$12,000
3.69%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.11%
Original Mortgage
$329,914
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 25, 2020
Closed on
Aug 20, 2020
Sold by
Geer George H and Geer Beverly J
Bought by
Barrett Amber
Seller's Agent
George Geer
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$337,000
Premium/Discount to List
$12,000
3.69%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$329,914
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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 $485,000 Whatcom Land Title
Warranty Deed $336,000 Whatcom Land Title Co Inc
Warranty Deed $5,381,000 Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $388,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $329,914 FHA
Previous Owner $329,914 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/12/2025 12/12/25 Sold $485,000 +4.3% $479 / Sq Ft
11/11/2025 11/11/25 Pending -- -- --
11/06/2025 11/06/25 For Sale $465,000 +38.0% $459 / Sq Ft
08/27/2020 08/27/20 Sold $337,000 +3.7% $333 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/29/2020 07/29/20 Pending -- -- --
07/25/2020 07/25/20 For Sale $325,000 -- $321 / 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 $3,053 $407,777 $224,070 $183,707
2024 $2,832 $406,864 $224,070 $182,794
2023 $2,832 $406,763 $231,000 $175,763
2022 $2,220 $300,101 $149,808 $150,293
2021 $2,236 $248,017 $123,808 $124,209
2020 $2,165 $229,651 $114,640 $115,011
2019 $1,666 $200,019 $99,848 $100,171
2018 $1,942 $182,872 $91,288 $91,584
2017 $1,711 $160,259 $80,000 $80,259
2016 $1,607 $152,720 $68,349 $84,371
2015 $1,611 $143,890 $64,709 $79,181
2014 -- $140,870 $63,240 $77,630
2013 -- $138,785 $62,000 $76,785
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2452451

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 390219-419159-0000