Custom-built home set on 5 incredible acres offering an exceptionally rare and private setting tucked far back off Kelly Rd down a long private driveway with no other homes in sight. This peaceful estate-like property delivers outstanding seclusion, space, and flexibility while still remaining conveniently accessible. Enjoy primarily one-level living with additional rooms upstairs—ideal for guests, office, or bonus space. This quality-built home features a thoughtful layout with large, open rooms while still maintaining defined living areas, including a true formal dining room and a separate living room just off the kitchen eating area. Step outside to a huge back patio perfect for entertaining and relaxing under the large pergola while taking in the serene surroundings, complete with a pond attracting abundant waterfowl for year-round enjoyment. The property also features an outdoor drip system servicing flower beds and hanging baskets, making maintenance a breeze. Attached oversized 2-car garage plus a separate detached shop provides excellent space for hobbies, storage, or projects. Solar panels on the shop roof helping improve energy efficiency and offset utility costs. RV parking with RV dump and hook-ups. Plenty of room for all your toys. Large auto-start backup generator adds peace of mind during outages. A truly uncommon opportunity to own usable acreage with a well-designed home that blends comfort, functionality, privacy, and natural beauty.
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Listed by: Keller Williams Western Realty
$1,350,000
1603 Kelly Road, Bellingham, WA 98226
3beds
2,974sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
5 Acres Lot
$1,295,900 Zestimate®
$454/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Usable acreagePrimarily one-level livingAdditional rooms upstairsLarge pergolaTrue formal dining roomPeaceful estate-like propertySerene surroundings
- 5 days |
- 1,496 |
- 60 |
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Listed by:
Daniel Pittsenbarger,
Keller Williams Western Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2520548
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Fireplace Insert, Forced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified), Electric, Propane, Solar (Unspecified)
Cooling
- Forced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Utility room
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Pantry
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,974
- Total interior livable area: 2,974 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Attached Garage, RV Parking
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Pantry, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Dimensions: 657 x 316
- Features: Secluded, Cabana/Gazebo, Cable TV, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, Propane, RV Parking, Shop, Sprinkler System
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3803034005140000
- Zoning: R5A
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Wired for Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 1/2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Stone, Wood Siding, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 2002
Details
- Builder name: A-1 Builders
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Private, Company: Well
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bellingham
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $454/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,186,005
- Annual tax amount: $10,649
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$1,295,900
$1.23M - $1.36M
$3,611/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000+1587.5%$454/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2520548 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/1999 | Sold | $80,000$27/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,876 +16% | $1,186,005 +2.3% |
| 2023 | $9,378 +18.3% | $1,159,373 +27% |
| 2022 | $7,924 +5.7% | $912,892 +21% |
| 2021 | $7,495 +2% | $754,456 +11.1% |
| 2020 | $7,351 | $679,165 +9.5% |
| 2019 | $7,351 +9% | $620,231 +14.2% |
| 2018 | $6,743 +25.7% | $542,986 +8.4% |
| 2017 | $5,366 -17.8% | $500,729 +5.2% |
| 2016 | $6,525 +14.6% | $476,192 +4.8% |
| 2015 | $5,692 | $454,382 +6.9% |
| 2014 | $5,692 +3.7% | $424,945 -1.8% |
| 2013 | $5,490 | $432,519 +1.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $426,511 -4.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $444,666 -1% |
| 2010 | -- | $449,205 -1% |
| 2009 | $4,232 +0.4% | $453,875 +9.2% |
| 2008 | $4,216 | $415,505 |
| 2007 | $4,216 -1.1% | $415,505 |
| 2005 | $4,261 | $415,505 +40.3% |
| 2004 | $4,261 -1.2% | $296,205 |
| 2003 | $4,314 +318.7% | $296,205 +323.1% |
| 2002 | $1,030 +15.3% | $70,000 +16.7% |
| 2001 | $894 | $60,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $60,000 +200% |
| 1999 | -- | $20,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 98226
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Irene Reither Primary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.7 mi
- 7/10Meridian Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4 mi
- 5/10Meridian High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Irene Reither Primar
- Middle: Meridian Mid
- High: Meridian High
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- Washington
- Whatcom County
- Bellingham
- 98226
- 1603 Kelly Road
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