Experience timeless charm with modern amenities in this beautifully restored historic home, part of the iconic Hovander homestead legacy. The spacious 5-bedroom home is perfect for entertaining, featuring a chef’s kitchen w/ custom cabinetry, large dining area, & living room w/ original fireplace. The stunning upstairs bath has vaulted ceilings, heated floors, & a soaking tub. The daylight basement offers a private entrance, kitchenette, and bath- perfect for multi-generational living, guest quarters, or rental potential. Situated on nearly an acre, the property blends heritage & functionality with a detached 2-bay shop w/ ADU/MIL, gazebo, gardens, garden shed/playhouse & ample parking. Don't miss the opportunity to own this rare property!
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Listed by: COMPASS
$1,250,000
2234 Main Street, Ferndale, WA 98248
6beds
4,962sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
0.82 Acres Lot
$1,189,800 Zestimate®
$252/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Ample parkingHeated floorsSoaking tubLarge dining areaVaulted ceilingsStunning upstairs bath
- 73 days |
- 1,039 |
- 60 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 22, 2026 at 08:29am
Listed by:
Christopher Boyd,
COMPASS,
Kristal Grimstead,
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2470865
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Garage
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Stove/Free Standing, Natural Gas, Pellet
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Softwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,842
- Total interior livable area: 4,962 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wet Bar, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Territorial
Lot
- Size: 0.82 Acres
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Barn, Cabana/Gazebo, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Additional structures: ADU Beds: 1, ADU Baths: 1
- Parcel number: 390219385015
- Zoning: RM1.5
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Tri-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Products
- Foundation: Block, Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Ferndale
- Water: Public, Company: City of Ferndale
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ferndale
Location
- Region: Ferndale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $252/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $850,471
- Annual tax amount: $6,377
- Date on market: 5/8/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 332 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$1,189,800
$1.13M - $1.25M
$3,481/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+20391.8%$252/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2470865 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2007 | Sold | $6,100$1/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,377 +9.7% | $850,471 +1.8% |
| 2023 | $5,811 -10.4% | $835,570 +5.5% |
| 2022 | $6,483 +10.7% | $791,705 +21% |
| 2021 | $5,858 -0.7% | $654,301 +8% |
| 2020 | $5,900 | $605,849 +14.8% |
| 2019 | $5,900 +3.3% | $527,677 +9.4% |
| 2018 | $5,712 +30% | $482,439 +14.1% |
| 2017 | $4,394 -14.2% | $422,784 +8.8% |
| 2016 | $5,124 +25.5% | $388,618 +6.3% |
| 2015 | $4,084 | $365,644 +2.1% |
| 2014 | $4,084 -0.3% | $358,148 +1.4% |
| 2013 | $4,095 | $353,339 |
| 2012 | -- | $353,339 |
| 2011 | -- | $353,339 -2.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $362,682 -6% |
| 2009 | $3,764 -4.5% | $385,835 |
| 2008 | $3,939 | $385,835 |
| 2007 | $3,939 +32.2% | $385,835 +68.9% |
| 2005 | $2,980 | $228,505 |
| 2004 | $2,980 -2.7% | $228,505 |
| 2003 | $3,062 +335.1% | $228,505 +1.6% |
| 2002 | $704 +0.5% | $224,960 +2.1% |
| 2001 | $700 | $220,305 |
| 2000 | -- | $220,305 |
| 1999 | -- | $220,305 |
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Est. payment
$6,914/mo
Principal & interest
$6185
Property taxes
$729
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Neighborhood: 98248
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- 3/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Vista Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Ferndale High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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