Rockhood
$485,000List price
3 bed · 3 bath · 2,240 sq ft
Pending

55 Lake Louise Drive · Bellingham, WA 98229

Source: NWMLS · HomeSmart One Realty · Judy Sturlaugson #NWM2572348

About this home

Welcome to this spacious Gate 2 home, set on a wooded .37-acre double lot with a peaceful view of Lake Louise. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, 2,240 sq ft property offers a flexible layout with room to tailor the space to your needs. Inside, you’ll find a bedroom with an attached bonus room, a generous 374 sq ft storage area, and a dedicated woodworking space off the garage—ideal for hobbies or projects. The home would benefit from fresh interior paint and updated flooring, giving you the opportunity to add your own style. Comfort features include air conditioning, an automatic generator, and an outdoor sprinkler system for year-round convenience. Surrounded by mature trees, the double lot provides a private, park-like setting with plenty of space to relax, garden, or enjoy the outdoors. The Lake Louise Bird Sanctuary sits just beyond the backyard, adding to the natural beauty and tranquility of the location. Sudden Valley offers exceptional amenities, including an 18-hole championship golf course, practice facilities, a private marina on Lake Whatcom, and five scenic waterfront parks. Residents also enjoy a fitness center, swimming pools, tennis courts, and pickleball. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the one-mile Lake Louise Trail, perfect for walking, running, kayaking, or simply taking in the waterfront scenery. Bonus! Seller offering $10K for improvements!

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Contemporary
Stories
1 story
Condition
Good
Year built
2000
Lot size
17,138 sq ft (0.39 acres)
County
Whatcom
MLS #
NWM2572348

Interior

Heating
Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring
Laminate, 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, Fireplace, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Cement Planked
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Paved
Topography
Level,Partial Slope
View
Lake, Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
2
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Attached Garage

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Propane

Community & fees

Subdivision
Sudden Valley
HOA dues
$167/mo
Property tax
$5,753 (2026)

Transaction

Original list price
$599,900 (19.2% price cut)
Listed on
Aug 21, 2026
Days on market
29
Price per sq ft
$217
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2019-11-27
Sold$370,000

Schools

School district: Bellingham

Elementary
Buyer To Verify
Middle
Buyer To Verify
High
Bellingham High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 17% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: HomeSmart One Realty

Listing agent: Judy Sturlaugson.

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Data last updated 2026-09-19.