Listed by John L. Scott Bellingham
$1,100,000
PENDING - BACKUP OFFER REQUESTED

688 Old Samish Rd Bellingham, WA 98229

Estimated payment $6,677/month

Total Views 1,245
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,111 Sq Ft
$354 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Stables
  • Fruit Trees
  • Fairhaven Middle School Rated A-
  • Two Primary Bedrooms
  • Mountain View

About This Home

A rare blend of heritage and modern luxury—this beautifully reimagined 1900 farmhouse sits on 4.92 sunlit acres just minutes from Fairhaven. Featuring a detached 797 sq. feet 1BD ADU with a private yard that offers ideal guest or rental space. Modernized upgrades include a new 50 year roof, new flooring, electrical, a net-zero solar panel system & new insulation. The chefs kitchen opens to a stunning sunroom with mountain views. This home provides a 1,421 sq. feet unfinished basement. The entire upper floor has been transformed into a private primary suite with a spa-like bath & walk-in closet. Enjoy stables, a year-round creek & direct access to Chuckanut trails—your serene country escape awaits!

Listing Agent

Renay Daniels

John L. Scott Bellingham License #48705 Listed on: 06/24/2025

John L. Scott Bellingham

Co-Listing Agent

Torrey Daniels

John L. Scott Bellingham License #24020574

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2397551

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,844

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 4.92 Acre Lot
  • Dirt Road
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is in very good condition

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 3,111 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Dining Room
  • Solarium
  • Storm Windows
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl Plank

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Double Master Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • Detached Carport Space
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Larrabee Elementary School
  • Fairhaven Mid Middle School
  • Sehome High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Propane
  • Private Water Source
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Rain Water Catchment
  • ADU includes 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom
  • Barn
  • Stables

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bellingham Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3703172891670000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,844

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Pending Inspection
  • Prev Status: Pending
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 3908
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • Special Features: None
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 34

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Second Primary Bedroom, Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Solarium/Atrium, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry
  • Living Area: 3111
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3.75
  • BathsFullMain: 2
  • FireplacesMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 3111
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 1
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 1
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 1
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • ADUBaths: 1
  • ADUBeds: 1
  • NWM_NumberOfBathtubs: 3
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 4

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Territorial
  • Lot Features: Dirt Road
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Metal/Vinyl, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: false

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport, Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Private, Water Catchment System
  • Security: Partially Fenced
  • Cooling: Central A/C, Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Ductless
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: PSE
  • SewerCompany: Septic
  • WaterCompany: Private Water Catchment System
  • CableConnected: Xfinity
  • InternetConnected: Xfinity

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Bellingham
  • High School: Sehome High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Fairhaven Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3703172891670000
  • Topography: Level,Partial Slope
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.92
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 214315
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Barn,Cable TV,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,Shop,Stable
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Tax Records
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Tax Records
  • ZoningJurisdiction: County

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, Wood

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7843.83

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Propane,Wood

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Larrabee Elem

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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
2024 $7,844 $932,124 $401,244 $530,880
2023 $7,844 $857,123 $401,244 $455,879
2022 $6,237 $675,440 $290,752 $384,688
2021 $5,353 $587,338 $252,827 $334,511
2020 $5,519 $497,744 $214,260 $283,484
2019 $4,712 $497,744 $214,260 $283,484
2018 $4,855 $426,002 $184,922 $241,080
2017 $4,415 $374,017 $162,356 $211,661
2016 $4,105 $354,401 $153,841 $200,560
2015 -- $344,921 $149,726 $195,195
2014 -- $331,516 $143,907 $187,609
2013 -- $326,939 $141,920 $185,019
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2025 06/24/25 For Sale $1,100,000 +83.3% $354 / Sq Ft
10/01/2021 10/01/21 Sold $600,000 -4.0% $193 / Sq Ft
08/27/2021 08/27/21 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2021 08/05/21 For Sale $625,000 -- $201 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $600,000 Whatcom Land Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $540,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2397551

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 370317-289167-0000