Rockhood
$249,000List price
Active

16100 40th Place · Bellingham, WA 98229

Source: NWMLS · Keller Williams Western Realty · Dan Pittsenbarger #NWM2544721

About this home

Location, Location, Location! Rare opportunity to build your dream home on this private 15,300 sq. ft. (approximately 1/3 acre) adjacent to Bellingham's highly desirable Samish Highlands neighborhood. Tucked away on a quiet dead-end street in a flag-lot setting, this gently sloping property offers exceptional privacy while being surrounded by upscale $1M+ homes. See the conceptual home rendering prepared for the site, showcasing a design that takes full advantage of the lot while enhancing privacy, curb appeal, and livability. City water, sewer, power, natural gas, phone, and high-speed internet are available at or near the property. Far property corners have been staked, making it easier to envision your future home site. Enjoy an unbeatable Southside location just minutes from Lake Padden's year-round recreation, including golf, hiking and biking trails, fishing, swimming, tennis courts, and off-leash dog parks. You'll also be close to Fairhaven, Galbraith Mountain for mountain biking, Lake Samish, Bellingham Bay, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Located within the sought-after Happy Valley Elementary, Fairhaven Middle School, and Sehome High School attendance areas. Experience the perfect combination of privacy, convenience, and outdoor recreation in one of Bellingham's most desirable neighborhoods. Buyer to verify all information to their own satisfaction.

Location

Basics

Property type
Land
Style
Res-Less thn 1 Ac
Lot size
15,246 sq ft (0.35 acres)
County
Whatcom
MLS #
NWM2544721

Interior

Heating
None
Cooling
None

Exterior & lot

Lot features
Dead End Street
Topography
Sloped
View
Territorial
Waterfront
No

Utilities

Water
Available, In Street
Sewer
Available
Utilities
Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available

Community & fees

Subdivision
Samish
Property tax
$690 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Jun 24, 2026
Days on market
87
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional
Possession
Closing

More homes nearby

Schools

School district: Bellingham

Elementary
Happy Vly Elem
Middle
Fairhaven Mid
High
Sehome High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 16% 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 2026-07-27.