5010 Samish Way · Bellingham, WA 98229
Source: NWMLS · John L. Scott Bellingham · Paul Balzotti #NWM2567693
About this home
This probably isn't the place you've been looking for - but it could be exactly what you've been hoping for. 5010, the Magical Woodland Sanctuary, isn’t for everyone. You'll know if it's you...5+ private acres in unincorporated South Bellingham, zoned R5A: mature woodland, sun-filled clearing, open sky & proven gardens. Privacy without isolation, space, versatility & freedom to evolve. From quiet retreat, yoga & fire-pit evenings to entrepreneurial pursuits & celebrations—a place to live life your way. Meticulously maintained & thoughtfully improved. Bright, airy, single-level 3BR/2BA: vaulted ceilings, abundant light, woodstove, newer roof, cement-plank siding, Trex decking, fresh paint & flooring. 5010 may alter what you think you know about modular homes. This is true modular construction, built in 1990 to Washington residential standards consistent with site-built construction, including structural, plumbing, heating and electrical requirements. Built off-site, it is a permanent single-family home built for enduring residential use. Separate 1,000+ sq. ft. finished building: own power meter/220V, hot water, 1/2 bath, high ceilings & overhead door. Workshop, studio, home business or potential ADU/2nd living space. Buyer to verify.3-bay garage/shop, new roof, carport, RV + ample parking. Galbraith trails: 2 min. Lake Padden: 5. Downtown, Fairhaven & Barkley: Private woodland. Abundant sunshine. Room to gather, grow, create & breathe.
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- 1 Story
- Stories
- 1 story
- Condition
- Very Good
- Year built
- 1991
- Lot size
- 218,671 sq ft (5.02 acres)
- County
- Whatcom
- MLS #
- NWM2567693
Interior
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Forced Air, None
- Flooring
- Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
- Fireplace
- 1 · Wood Burning
- Interior features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Entry level
- Main
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Cement/Concrete
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Block, Tie Down
- Lot features
- Secluded
- Topography
- Level,Partial Slope
- View
- Territorial
- Waterfront
- No
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 10
- Garage
- Yes
- Carport
- Yes
- Covered spaces
- 4
- Parking features
- Detached Carport, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
Utilities
- Water
- Private
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Power
- Electric, Propane, Wood
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Bellingham
- Property tax
- $6,584 (2026)
Transaction
- Listed on
- Aug 13, 2026
- Days on market
- 38
- Price per sq ft
- $422
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, Lease Purchase, State Bond, USDA Loan, VA Loan
- Possession
- Closing
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Schools
School district: Bellingham
- Elementary
- Wade King Elem
- Middle
- Fairhaven Mid
- High
- Sehome High SchoolSchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 16% in WA
Listing provided courtesy of: John L. Scott Bellingham
Listing agent: Paul Balzotti.
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Data last updated 2026-09-10.