5009 Samish Way · Bellingham, WA 98229
Source: NWMLS · BHHS Bayside Realty · Shirley King #NWM2546945
About this home
Escape to your own 2.45 acre Pacific Northwest retreat, less than a half mile from renowned Galbraith’s biking trails and a 3-minute drive to Lake Padden. With easy I-5 access you’re downtown in 10 minutes. Vaulted ceilings soar in this 2,529 sf unique late-century 3-bed, 2-bath home. The renovated kitchen features Italian porcelain tile countertops, farmhouse sink, abundant storage, purified water from your private well, and durable hardwood floors flowing throughout the main level. Versatile bonus rooms offer possibilities for office, arts, hobbies or your own vision. From the primary bedroom, step out onto your spacious deck and enjoy your tranquil woodsy surroundings day or night. Unwind in extra spacious bathrooms featuring soaking tubs and separate tile showers. The attached two-car garage leads directly to the adjacent 24x30 workshop, with 240V 60amp service, plus two separate 200amp house circuits. Outside, there's ample parking for 6+ vehicles. The fully fenced backyard encloses an expansive lawn perfect for gatherings. Established harvest of berries, apples, and rhubarb, along with your personal greenhouse! Master Gardener curated native plantings create a landscape that is environmentally thoughtful. Whether you're seeking privacy, creative space, or room to grow, this exceptional property offers a lifestyle that’s nowadays extremely hard to find. Seller is a licensed REALTOR® in the State of Washington. Note: Septic tank is NEW. PENDING - Showings Allowed.
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- Contemporary
- Stories
- Multi/split level
- Condition
- Good
- Year built
- 1980
- Lot size
- 106,722 sq ft (2.45 acres)
- County
- Whatcom
- MLS #
- NWM2546945
Interior
- Heating
- Forced Air, Stove/Free Standing
- Cooling
- None
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
- Interior features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, French Doors, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Entry level
- Main
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Wood
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Lot features
- Dead End Street, Drought Resistant Landscape, Open Space, Secluded
- Topography
- Level,Partial Slope
- View
- See Remarks
- Waterfront
- No
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 8
- Garage
- Yes (attached)
- Covered spaces
- 2
- Parking features
- Driveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking
Utilities
- Water
- Individual Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Power
- Electric, Propane, Wood
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- South
- Property tax
- $8,776 (2026)
Transaction
- Original list price
- $1,150,000 (6.2% price cut)
- Listed on
- Jul 2, 2026
- Days on market
- 42
- Price per sq ft
- $427
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Possession
- Closing
More homes nearby
Schools
School district: Bellingham
- Elementary
- Buyer To Verify
- Middle
- Buyer To Verify
- High
- Sehome High SchoolSchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 16% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: BHHS Bayside Realty
Listing agent: Shirley King.
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Data last updated 2026-09-15.