Rockhood
$1,187,500List price
3 bed · 2.5 bath · 2,974 sq ft
Pending

1603 Kelly Road · Bellingham, WA 98226

Source: NWMLS · Keller Williams Western Realty · Dan Pittsenbarger #NWM2581040

About this home

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 delivers outstanding seclusion, space, and flexibility while still remaining conveniently accessible. One-level living with primary bedroom, all common areas and laundry on the main floor with two huge additional bedrooms 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, a separate living room and a craft room/office just off the kitchen eating area. Through oversized custom slider doors step outside to a huge back patio perfect for entertaining and relaxing while taking in the serene surroundings. Out front there's a pond attracting abundant waterfowl for year-round enjoyment. Gas forced air heat, heat pump and gas fireplace for year-round comfort. An outdoor drip system servicing flower beds and hanging baskets, making maintenance a breeze. Attached 2-car garage plus a detached workshop that provides excellent space for hobbies, storage, or projects. Plenty of room for RV parking and all your toys. Large auto-start backup generator adds peace of mind. A truly uncommon opportunity to own usable acreage with a well-designed home that blends comfort, functionality, privacy, and natural beauty!

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Contemporary
Stories
One and one half
Condition
Very Good
Year built
2002
Lot size
217,800 sq ft (5 acres)
County
Whatcom
MLS #
NWM2581040

Interior

Heating
Fireplace Insert, Forced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified)
Cooling
Central Air, Forced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified)
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
1 · Gas
Interior features
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
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Cement Planked, Stone, Wood
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Secluded
Topography
Level,Partial Slope
View
Mountains, Pond, Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
10
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Attached Garage, RV Parking

Utilities

Water
Private
Sewer
Septic Tank
Power
Electric, Propane, Solar (Unspecified)

Community & fees

Subdivision
Bellingham
Property tax
$10,649 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Sep 2, 2026
Days on market
130
Price per sq ft
$399
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2026-09-02
Pending$1,187,500

Schools

School district: Meridian

Elementary
Irene Reither Primar
Middle
Meridian Mid
High
Meridian High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 22% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Keller Williams Western Realty

Listing agent: Dan Pittsenbarger.

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Data last updated 2026-09-17.