Waterfront

482 W Lake Samish Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229

Bellingham, WA 98229 · Bellingham
3 bd2.25 ba2,151 sqft0.26 ac lotBuilt 1948House
$1,325,000 $616 / sqft · Cumulative Days Active: 129 Estimate your monthly payment ↓
House, Bellingham Listing by Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. 1 / 40
Price / sqft$616
Lot0.26 acres
Year built1948
TypeHouse
HOANone
Cumulative Days Active129

About this home

2 Lots! An exceptional Lake Samish waterfront estate offering privacy and a lifestyle defined by sun, scenery, and seamless indoor–outdoor living. The home includes approximately 2,151 SF across three levels and was remodeled in 2006 with quality materials and craftsmanship throughout. This distinctive property features your own private dock with a 6,000-lb boat lift, desirable southern exposure, and a stunning side deck that becomes the centerpiece of summer living with warm afternoon and evening sun. The exterior reflects enduring quality with unique metal siding installed by Andgar and a roof equipped with 24 solar panels that provide virtually free electricity during sunny months. A standby generator and hot tub further elevate comfort and efficiency. Interior finishes include extensive cherry, birch, and fir woodwork, along with slate flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms, creating a warm Northwest-contemporary aesthetic that fits the setting beautifully. The upper-level primary suite opens through expansive Andersen sliders to sweeping lake views and abundant natural light. The flexible floor plan includes a main-level media/flex room and a daylight level ideal for guests, extended living, or semi-separate accommodations. A very important aspect is the valuable second parcel across the street offers an oversized two-car garage, additional storage, and the rare potential for an additional residence or ADU (buyer to verify). A truly irreplaceable offering on Lake Samish.

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Waterfront
Listed Sep 21, 2026MLS# 2585413

Facts & features

3Beds
2.25Baths
2,151 sqftLiving area
$616Price / sqft
1948Year built
0.26 acLot
Interior
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2.25
Living area2,151 sqft
StoriesTwo
FlooringHardwood, Slate, Carpet
AppliancesDishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Building
TypeHouse
Year built1948
RoofComposition
FoundationBlock
Lot & exterior
Lot size0.26 acres (11,326 sqft)
ViewLake, Mountains, Territorial
WaterfrontLake
Parking
ParkingDetached Garage, RV Parking
Utilities
HeatingElectric, Propane
SewerSewer Connected
WaterLake
HOA & taxes
HOA duesNone
Property tax (2026)$13,969 / yr
Interior features
Bath Off PrimaryDbl Pane/Storm WindowFireplaceWired for Generator
Exterior & lot
Metal/VinylWood

Monthly payment

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Payment estimate calculated by irenakolbert.com from the assumptions below — not part of the NWMLS listing data. A lender will confirm actual figures.

Loan term
Down payment$20%
Interest rate%
Est. total / month$7,97430-year fixed · 6.5%
P&I $6,700Taxes $1,164Insurance $110
Plus ~$39,750 closing costs (est. 3%), paid once at closing. Get pre-approval guidance →
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Price history

DateEventPrice Sep 21, 2026Listed for sale $1,325,000

Tax history

YearAssessed valueProperty tax
Source: Whatcom County Assessor. Assessed value is not a market value.

Schools

Bellingham School District
ElementaryWade King Elem
MiddleFairhaven Mid
HighSehome High
School assignments come from the listing data provided by NWMLS. They're based on address and can change — verify with the district before relying on them.
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Downtown Bellingham14 min
WWU13 min
St. Joseph Hospital15 min
Peace Arch border42 min

Drive times are straight-line estimates calculated by irenakolbert.com — not part of the NWMLS listing data.

Median list price$600k600 active listings
Cumulative Days Active74median, active listings
List price per sqft$392this home: $616
Homes for sale600in Bellingham

Area figures compiled by irenakolbert.com from current active NWMLS listings — not part of this listing's data.

This home's list price per square foot is about 57% above the median of current Bellingham listings. Irena can pull recent closed sales on this street before you write an offer.

Listing details

StatusActive
MLS #2585413
ListedSep 21, 2026
List price$1,325,000
Cumulative Days Active129
Property typeHouse
Listing brokerageWindermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
SourceNWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing courtesy of Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Oct 23, 2026, 12:55 PM (date and time MLS GRID Data was obtained). All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website: listings located outside Whatcom and Skagit counties are not displayed.
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