Address
3817 E Sunset Drive, Bellingham, WA
Price
$ 550,000
Property Attributes
- ID#2490556
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyWHATCOM
- CityBellingham
- AreaBellingham
- NeighborhoodMt Baker
- Zip98226
- StyleCraftsman
- Year Built1920
- Taxes$ 2214
- Price$ 550,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1184
- Lot Size3.93 Acres
Data Source:
Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Property Description
3.9 acres, massive multi-family opportunity. Excellent location on Sunset Drive. The house has a gigantic shop (30’X60’).Lots of room for recreational toys. Live, work, or live in the house and rent out the shop. The property includes a charming 1920-built home featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, along with two outbuildings and a pond. Inside, the living room features laminate flooring and a gas stove that provides ample heat, with a wood stove in the fireplace opening for additional backup warmth. The kitchen showcases classic fir flooring, while the bedrooms feature parquet floors, adding character and warmth throughout. Ideally located with quick access to I-5 and just minutes from local amenities, this property offers a rare blend of rural space with city convenience. Situated along the path of improvement on E. Sunset, the property presents outstanding buy-and-hold development potential for investors or those looking to secure land in a growing area. The land provides plenty of off-street parking for RVs, boats, cars, and a cleared trail leads to the lower portion of the property for easier exploration and inspection. Bring your vision—this unique property offers space, flexibility, and long-term opportunity.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Heights Ele Elementary School | Shuksan Mid | Squalicum High |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 3/13/2026 | Listed $750,000 |
| 6/3/2026 | 7$700,000 |
| 7/1/2026 | 8$650,000 |
| 8/11/2026 | 16$550,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1184 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | Fireplace Insert,Stove/Free Standing |
| Cooling | None |
| Possession | Closing |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s) |
| Architectural Style | Craftsman |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| View | Territorial |
| Topography | Partial Slope,Sloped |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| County | Whatcom |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | Mt Baker |
| Facing Direction | South |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Special Listing Conditions | None |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From I-5,head east on Sunset (Mt Baker Hwy) about 2.5 miles. Property on the left. |
| High School | Squalicum High |
| City | Bellingham |
| Entry Location | Main |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| High School District | Bellingham |
| MLS Area | 860 - Bellingham |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 171191 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional,Rehab Loan |
| Elementary School | Northern Heights Ele |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2214 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Shuksan Mid |
| Property Condition | Good |
| Public Remarks | 3.9 acres,massive multi-family opportunity. Excellent location on Sunset Drive. The house has a gigantic shop (30X60).Lots of room for recreational toys. Live,work,or live in the house and rent out t |
| Virtual Tour | https://app.brivity.com/listings/3817-e-sunset-dr-bellingham-wa-98226-a956b74b-862f-48cc-9eef-b38b39f7eede/tour?unbranded=true |
| Structure Type | House |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Water Company | City of Bellingham |
| Property Style | 10 - 1 Story |
| NWM_ShowMapLink | Yes |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Fireplace,Water Heater |
|---|---|
| Basement | Unfinished |
| Flooring | Hardwood,Laminate,Softwood,Vinyl |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | No |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| 3/4 Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 1 |
| Water Heater Type | Electric |
| Water Heater Location | Basement |
| Fireplaces Main | 1 |
| Power Production Type | Electric,Natural Gas |
| Baths Three Quarter Main | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 0.75 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Wood |
|---|---|
| Vegetation | Garden Space,Pasture,Wooded |
| Parking Features | Detached Garage,RV Parking |
| Lot Features | Paved |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 8 |
| Inclusions | Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s) |
| Foundation Details | Poured Concrete |
| Building Area Total | 1366 |
| Lot Size Acres | 3.93 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 8 |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
| Site Features | Cable TV,Dog Run,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking,Shop |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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