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Last Sold Price
2 beds1,982 sqft
8490 Benson Rd, Lynden, WA 98264
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.25 acresLot Size
1920Year Built
$290/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Charming Craftsman in the heart of Lynden! Set back on a large, level ¼ acre lot with endless possibilities. Inside this 1,738 sqft, 2 bed, 1 bath fully renovated home, you'll find tall ceilings, classic trimwork, great natural light, and plenty of built-in charm. The home is bright, well laid out, and updated for modern living. A brand-new furnace and A/C provide year-round comfort. The spacious basement includes a finished flex room - perfect for an office, playroom, or third bedroom + tons of...Charming Craftsman in the heart of Lynden! Set back on a large, level ¼ acre lot with endless possibilities. Inside this 1,738 sqft, 2 bed, 1 bath fully renovated home, you'll find tall ceilings, classic trimwork, great natural light, and plenty of built-in charm. The home is bright, well laid out, and updated for modern living. A brand-new furnace and A/C provide year-round comfort. The spacious basement includes a finished flex room - perfect for an office, playroom, or third bedroom + tons of storage. Outside, enjoy space to garden, relax, or plan your next project. Park with ease on the long gravel driveway or in the detached garage. All set in a quiet location just minutes from town. Turnkey with charm - Schedule a showing today!

Listing Agent

  1. Josh Crown

    Josh Crown

    Listing Agent

    eXp Realty

Listing closed: 06/24/2025 12:00 AM • Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 2375622

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$476,000

Avg days on market

5

Sale-to-list ratio

101.1%

Lynden, WA

9 comparable properties found

1

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Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
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Square Feet
0.23
Acres
$483,500 | 515 Liberty Street, Lynden, WA 98264
1/38
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1,074
Square Feet
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Sold 10/24/24

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$455,000 | 1712 D Street, Lynden, WA 98264
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Sold 04/30/25

2
Bedrooms
1,184
Square Feet
0.19
Acres
$435,000 | 1209 Grover Street, Lynden, WA 98264
1/36
8

$435,000

Sold 06/26/26

2
Bedrooms
1,036
Square Feet
0.08
Acres
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Sold 06/13/25

2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
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Square Feet
0.27
Acres

Location

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Property Information for 8490 Benson Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,823 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Community Name: Lynden
  • School District: Lynden
  • View: Territorial
  • Number of Assigned Spaces: 1
  • Total Covered Parking: 1
  • Entry Date: 05-15-2025
  • Energy Source: Electric,Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Lot Size: 0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Patio, RV Parking
  • Area: 885 - Lynden
  • Elementary School: Isom Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Lynden Mid
  • High School: Lynden High
  • Directions: North on Guide Meridian, east on Badger, South onto Benson Rd, Home is across street from Isom Elementary.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Direction Faces: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Driveway Parking, Garage-Detached, RV Parking
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
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Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • 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
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 2
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Vinyl Plank
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: Basement
  • Room and Floor: Primary Bedroom-Main, Bathroom Full-Main, Bedroom-Main, Den/Office-Lower, Entry Hall-Main, Living Room-Main, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Rec Room-Lower
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: 90%+ High Efficiency
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Room List: Primary Bedroom, Bathroom Full, Bedroom, Den/Office, Entry Hall, Living Room, Kitchen With Eating Space, Rec Room
  • Number Of Showers: 1
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Fully Fenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer Company: City of Lynden
  • Water Company: City of Lynden
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: One
  • Lot Topography: Level
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 40
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Source: Realist
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 4003200095470000
  • Building Condition: Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 1982
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 1738
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 244
  • Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 1982.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 8490 Benson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 24, 2025

Sold

NWMLS #2375622

$575,000
Jun 18, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1902145650

$575,000

+1.2% / yr

May 26, 2025

Pending

NWMLS #2375622

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/24/2025

Sold

NWMLS #2375622

$575,000
06/18/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1902145650

$575,000

+1.2% / yr

05/26/2025

Pending

NWMLS #2375622

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

Public Records for 8490 Benson Road

Taxable ValueLand$272,825Additions$287,799Total$560,624
Tax Record2025$4,242 ($354 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,738 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,004 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt734 SqFtUnfinished Basement Area978 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,864 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningRS72CountyWHATCOMAPN400320 009547 0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8490 Benson Road

This home is within Lynden School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Isom Intermediate School
PublicK to 5

Lynden Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lynden High School
Public9 to 12

Fisher Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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: 8490 Benson Road, Lynden, WA 98264
$575,000
2
1,982
10,890
$166,000
2
1
930
11,374
$530,789
3
1,574
10,036
$299,000
3
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8,276
$220,000
3
1,440
10,336
$985,000
5
3,465
9,583

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