171 Harbor View Dr. · Bellingham, WA 98229
Source: NWMLS · eXp Realty · Kristin S Winslow #NWM2529153
About this home
Turn-key designer A-frame chalet on over ½ acre in the heart of Sudden Valley! This private retreat offers walls of windows, soaring ceilings, and an open-concept living area filled with natural light. Spacious wrap-around deck overlooks a sunny, level, fully fenced yard with exceptional privacy, storage shed, wired hot tub pad, and extensive parking with easy access. Chef’s kitchen features stainless steel appliances, abundant prep space, and updated finishes throughout. Primary suite includes a jetted tub and steam shower, while the main floor bath doubles as a private steam room/spa/sauna. Flexible lower level with separate entry, fireplace, bath, projector/media room, and additional parking is ideal for guests, MIL potential, or entertaining. Additional features include 2 fireplaces, sound system, Smart TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi, and keypad entry systems. Recent upgrades include new flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, updated lighting, refinished kitchen surfaces, new appliances, upgraded baths, exposed natural wood ceilings, custom fireplace stonework, and added media amenities. Minutes to Lake Whatcom, golf course, trails, and outdoor recreation. Proven STR potential adds flexibility for full-time living, vacation use, or investment opportunity.
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
- Stories
- 2 stories
- Year built
- 1973
- Lot size
- 25,006 sq ft (0.57 acres)
- County
- Whatcom
- MLS #
- NWM2529153
Interior
- Heating
- Forced Air, Stove/Free Standing
- Cooling
- None
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Slate, Carpet
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
- Fireplace
- 2 · Electric, Gas
- Interior features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Loft, Sauna, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Metal/Vinyl
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Lot features
- Paved, Secluded
- Topography
- Level,Sloped
- View
- Territorial
- Waterfront
- No
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Garage
- Yes (attached)
- Covered spaces
- 1
- Parking features
- Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
Utilities
- Water
- Community, Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Power
- Electric, Propane
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Sudden Valley
- Community features
- Athletic Court, Boat Launch, CCRs, Club House, Golf, Park, Playground, Trail(s)
- HOA dues
- $167/mo
- Property tax
- $5,466 (2026)
Transaction
- Listed on
- May 28, 2026
- Days on market
- 114
- Price per sq ft
- $465
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Possession
- Closing
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Sale history
Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.
- 2022-10-25
- Sold$650,171
Schools
School district: Bellingham
- Elementary
- Geneva Elem
- Middle
- Kulshan Mid
- High
- Bellingham High SchoolSchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 17% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: eXp Realty
Listing agent: Kristin S Winslow.
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Data last updated 2026-08-26.