Last Sold Price
3 beds2,012 sqft$323/sqft
727 Axelson Rd, Bellingham, WA 98229

Description

Charming lakeside bungalow located in the serene West basin of Lake Samish. This open floor plan features a bright kitchen and breakfast nook w/ updated SS appliances. The main level offers superior indoor/outdoor flow ideal for entertaining. The dining area ties into a covered expansive wrap around deck overlooking the lake and forested hillside. The lower level provides an option to generate income w/ an ADU. Outside the property features a level grass side yard connecting to an organic garden...Charming lakeside bungalow located in the serene West basin of Lake Samish. This open floor plan features a bright kitchen and breakfast nook w/ updated SS appliances. The main level offers superior indoor/outdoor flow ideal for entertaining. The dining area ties into a covered expansive wrap around deck overlooking the lake and forested hillside. The lower level provides an option to generate income w/ an ADU. Outside the property features a level grass side yard connecting to an organic garden equipped w/ an outdoor vegetable sink, prep table and potting shed. This special property has world class recreation at the doorsteps; partake in lake activities such as waterskiing & kayaking or explore the Blanchard trail network behind the home.
LISTING CLOSED: 06/14/2022 12:00 AM

Listing Agent

  1. Erika Buse

    Erika Buse

    Listing Agent

    COMPASS

    P: (360) 303-3429

Property Details for 727 Axelson Road

Status
MLS #
1920294
Days on Market
24
Cumulative Days on Market
24
Taxes
$4,535 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1968
Lot Size
0.48 AC / 20,982 SF
Buyer's Agent Compensation
2.5%
Community Name
Samish
School District
Bellingham
View
Lake, Territorial
Number of Assigned Spaces
1
Total Covered Parking
1
Offers Review Date
04-26-2022
Entry Date
04-21-2022
Energy Source
Electric,Propane
Sewer
Sewer Connected

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$727,270

Avg days on market

36

Sale-to-list ratio

95.5%

[Bellingham, WA]

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Location

Listing Courtesy of COMPASS

Sold By RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

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Building Information for 727 Axelson Road

Stories-Year Built1968Building Size-Lot Size0.48 AC / 20,982 SF

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Property Information for 727 Axelson Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Green House, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, Propane, RV Parking, Shop, Sprinkler System
  • Area: 860 - Bellingham
  • Elementary School: Wade King Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Fairhaven Mid
  • High School: Sehome High
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Directions: South on I-5 to exit 246, Follow Lake Samish Drive stay right to N Lake Samish Dr. over bridge to Roy Rd 1.8 miles from exit.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2021
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Number of Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Type: RV Parking, Carport-Attached
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: RV Parking, Attached Carport
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Floor Covering: Vinyl, Carpet
  • Basement: Daylight
  • Features: Forced Air, Wall to Wall Carpet, Second Kitchen, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room
  • Room and Floor: Bathroom Full-Main, Bathroom Three Quarter-Lower, Bedroom-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, Studio-Lower, Utility Room-Main, Dining Room-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove/Range, Washer
  • Fireplace: No
  • Room List: Bathroom Full, Bathroom Three Quarter, Bedroom, Entry Hall, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Studio, Utility Room, Dining Room
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood Products
  • Roof: Composition, Torch Down
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher,Dryer,Refrigerator,Stove/Range,Washer
Property
Utilities
  • Heating and Cooling: Forced Air
  • Water Source: Private, Shares
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer Company: Samish Water Association
  • Water Company: Private Water Association
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Propane
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Propane, Sewer Connected, Electricity Available
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: One
  • Zoning Remarks: R2A
  • Lot Topography: PartialSlope,Terraces
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Buyer to verify
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1968
  • Photos Count: 39
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Dead End Street, Paved
  • Lot Size Source: Buyer to verify
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 3703271973280000
  • Building Condition: Very Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 2012
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 2012
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 2012.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 727 Axelson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 14, 2022

Sold

NWMLS #1920294

$650,000
Jun 2, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1491642480

$650,000
May 15, 2022

Pending

NWMLS #1920294

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/14/2022

Sold

NWMLS #1920294

$650,000
06/02/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1491642480

$650,000
05/15/2022

Pending

NWMLS #1920294

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 727 Axelson Road

Taxable ValueLand$280,500Additions$381,153Total$661,653
Tax Record2025$5,919 ($493 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,010 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,524 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt486 SqFtStories1Lot Size12,197 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1928ZoningRR2CountyWHATCOMAPN370327 197328 0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 727 Axelson 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
Wade King Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Fairhaven Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sehome High School
Public9 to 12

Bellingham Family Partnership Program
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 727 Axelson Road, Bellingham, WA 98229
$650,000
3
2,012
20,982
$500,000
4
2,012
30,492
$85,000
7,719
$124,900
3
2
1,040
3
2
1,182
5,467
$70,000
4,228

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