286 Briar Rd

4,488 Sq. Ft.
$334 / Sq. Ft.
4,488
Sq. Ft.
$334
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Mid-century modern home in the heart of Edgemoor walking distance to Fairhaven & trails. This home takes full advantage of the views of Bellingham Bay & the San Juan Islands. Lots of entertaining space on the covered patio with a two sided fireplace or in the spacious living room. Large manicured yard with a fenced in garden space. Upstairs master suite has a sitting area, two walk in closets and a expansive view. This home has all the character and class Edgemoor is known for.Mid-century modern home in the heart of Edgemoor walking distance to Fairhaven & trails. This home takes full advantage of the views of Bellingham Bay & the San Juan Islands. Lots of entertaining space on the covered patio with a two sided fireplace or in the spacious living room. Large manicured yard with a fenced in garden space. Upstairs master suite has a sitting area, two walk in closets and a expansive view. This home has all the character and class Edgemoor is known for.

Listing Agent

  1. Ann Wark

    Ann Wark

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    ann.wark@compass.com

    P: (360)-739-4601

Property Details for 286 Briar Road

Community Name
Edgemoor
School District
Bellingham
View
Bay, Ocean, Sound
Number of Assigned Spaces
2
Total Covered Parking
2
Entry Date
06-23-2020
Sewer
Sewer Connected
LISTING UPDATED: 07/08/2025 06:56 PM

Property Details for 286 Briar Road

StatusSold
MLS #1619234
Days on Market65
Cumulative Days on Market65
Taxes$12,278 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.66 AC / 28,750 SF
CountyWhatcom County

Location

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Building Information for 286 Briar Road

Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.66 AC / 28,750 SF

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Property Information for 286 Briar Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Hot Tub/Spa, Outbuildings, Patio, Sprinkler System
  • Area: 860 - Bellingham
  • Elementary School: Lowell Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Fairhaven Mid
  • High School: Sehome High
  • Directions: Fairhaven Parkway exit off I5 and head west. Left at light onto 12th, slight right onto Hawthorne, right onto Bayside Road, left on Briar, home on right.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: false
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2019
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Open Parking: No
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Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 0
  • Full Baths Upper: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 1
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 2
  • Bedrooms Upper: 1
  • Bedrooms Lower: 1
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 3
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Features: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Skylight(s)
  • Room and Floor: Bathroom Full-Upper, Bathroom Half-Main, Bathroom Three Quarter-Lower, Bathroom Three Quarter-Main, Bedroom-Lower, Bedroom-Main, Den/Office-Main, Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Family Room-Lower, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Upper, Utility Room-Main
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Spa: Yes
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Room List: Bathroom Full, Bathroom Half, Bathroom Three Quarter, Bedroom, Den/Office, Dining Room, Entry Hall, Family Room, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Brick, Wood
  • Roof: Torch Down
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher,Garbage Disposal,Range/Oven,Refrigerator
  • Security Features: Fully Fenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Company: City of Belligham
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Sewer Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: Two
  • Zoning Remarks: RS20.0
  • Lot Topography: Level,PartialSlope
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: tax records
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 40
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 200x115x199x192
  • Lot Size Source: tax records
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 370211371428
  • Building Condition: Very Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 4488
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 4488
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 415
  • Vegetation: Brush, Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 4488.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 286 Briar Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 6, 2020

Sold

NWMLS #1619234

$1,500,000—
Oct 5, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #679971048

$1,500,000

+3.5% / yr

Aug 27, 2020

Pending

NWMLS #1619234

—
Jun 23, 2020

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #1619234

$1,650,000—
Jan 2, 2008

Sold

NWMLS #27132766

$970,000—
Dec 20, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #231026398

$970,000

+7.2% / yr

Dec 20, 2007

Pending

NWMLS #27132766

—
Jul 20, 2007

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #27132766

$1,075,000—
Nov 1, 1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #54867336

$552,614—
Nov 1, 1999

Sold

NWMLS #99902514

$475,000—
Aug 27, 1999

Pending

NWMLS #99902514

—
Apr 10, 1999

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #99902514

$499,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/06/2020

Sold

NWMLS #1619234

$1,500,000
10/05/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #679971048

$1,500,000

+3.5% / yr

08/27/2020

Pending

NWMLS #1619234

—
06/23/2020

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #1619234

$1,650,000
01/02/2008

Sold

NWMLS #27132766

$970,000
12/20/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #231026398

$970,000

+7.2% / yr

12/20/2007

Pending

NWMLS #27132766

—
07/20/2007

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #27132766

$1,075,000
11/01/1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #54867336

$552,614
11/01/1999

Sold

NWMLS #99902514

$475,000
08/27/1999

Pending

NWMLS #99902514

—
04/10/1999

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #99902514

$499,000

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Public Records for 286 Briar Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,181,115Additions$1,137,942Total$2,319,057
Tax Record2024$18,967 ($1,581 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt4,573 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt3,569 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,004 SqFtStories2Lot Size28,750 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956ZoningRS20.0CountyWHATCOMAPN370211 371428 0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 286 Briar Road

This home is within Bellingham Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lowell Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Fairhaven Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sehome High School
Public9 to 12

Bellingham Family Partnership Program
PublicK to 12

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