A rare opportunity to own a true legacy property in a desirable mid-county location. Set on 5+ private acres with Mt Baker views, this one-owner 4,521 sq/ft home offers the space and setting to create lasting memories for generations. Designed with a timeless, traditional layout, the main floor includes a kitchen with breakfast nook, family room with fireplace and French doors to the patio, along with a formal living and dining room ideal for hosting gatherings. Upstairs are five bedrooms, including the primary suite with private bath and walk-in closet, plus an additional full bathroom. The lower level features a spacious bonus room and multiple storage rooms, offering flexibility for recreation, hobbies, or extended living needs. The 2,352 sq/ft barn/shop with additional covered area provides exceptional versatility for equipment, collections, projects, or possible livestock. Open acreage, mature surroundings, and a quiet, picturesque setting create a sense of permanence and privacy that is increasingly hard to find. A property to steward, enjoy, and pass on.
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Listed by: Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
$995,000
6049 Medcalf Road, Bellingham, WA 98226
5beds
4,521sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
5.16 Acres Lot
$959,100 Zestimate®
$220/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Open acreageKitchen with breakfast nookMt baker viewsSpacious bonus roomTimeless traditional layoutFamily room with fireplaceQuiet picturesque setting
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- 2,697 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 28, 2026 at 05:02am
Listed by:
Chet E. Kenoyer,
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom,
Gina L. Harris,
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 2484306
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Den office
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Double Oven, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Central Vacuum, Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,521
- Total interior livable area: 4,521 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Built-In Vacuum, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Territorial
Lot
- Size: 5.16 Acres
- Features: Paved, Secluded, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, Propane, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space, Pasture, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 3903201654450000
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: Propane Tank
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Metal/Vinyl
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Private, Company: Private Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Laurel
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $220/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $844,535
- Annual tax amount: $7,749
- Date on market: 2/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Garbage Disposal, Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Estimated market value
$959,100
$911,000 - $1.01M
$3,340/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $995,000$220/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS #2484306 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,426 +14.1% | $844,535 +0.8% |
| 2023 | $6,506 -7.7% | $838,074 +4.3% |
| 2022 | $7,048 +9.9% | $803,373 +26% |
| 2021 | $6,413 +3.4% | $637,597 +13% |
| 2020 | $6,203 | $564,240 +13.5% |
| 2019 | $6,203 +13.8% | $497,130 +11.2% |
| 2018 | $5,450 +21.6% | $446,868 +13% |
| 2017 | $4,482 -14% | $395,458 -1% |
| 2016 | $5,214 +6.3% | $399,442 +1.9% |
| 2015 | $4,904 | $392,078 +2.8% |
| 2014 | $4,904 -0.3% | $381,328 +3.6% |
| 2013 | $4,916 | $368,184 |
| 2012 | -- | $368,184 |
| 2011 | -- | $368,184 -2% |
| 2010 | -- | $375,603 -13.2% |
| 2009 | $4,472 +0.4% | $432,880 |
| 2008 | $4,454 | $432,880 |
| 2007 | $4,454 +17.2% | $432,880 +59.2% |
| 2005 | $3,799 +9900% | $271,980 |
| 2004 | $38 -99% | $271,980 |
| 2003 | $3,834 +11.9% | $271,980 +13.6% |
| 2002 | $3,427 -1.2% | $239,460 |
| 2001 | $3,467 | $239,460 |
| 2000 | -- | $239,460 |
| 1999 | -- | $239,460 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$5,237/mo
Principal & interest
$4657
Property taxes
$580
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 98226
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Irene Reither Primary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Meridian Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Meridian High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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