Rockhood
$1,287,000List price
2 bed · 2.5 bath · 2,842 sq ft
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697 Axelson Road · Bellingham, WA 98229

Source: NWMLS · Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. · Sharon L. Engels #NWM2575512

About this home

This lake-view gem is the perfect blend of comfort, privacy & peacefulness located at the end of the road. Covered front porch finished with cedar siding & decking from trees logged off the property. Home is 3-years new and features the primary bedroom on the main floor with attached bathroom, tile floors, walk-in shower, walk-in closet and opens to a large deck that spans across the entire back of home with tranquil views of the lake and forest! Living room has vaulted ceiling with cozy propane fireplace, kitchen features custom wood cabinets, ss appliances, quartz counters & tile accents plus walk-in pantry. Main floor finished with engineered oak hardwood floors, mini-split heating and air-conditioning. Metal 50-year roof, Anderson Fibrex windows, auto-start Generac generator, durable Hardie Plank and panel siding, Natural stone fireplace & exterior trim. TimberTech composite decking, stainless steel wire railing with spiral staircase leading down to the hot tub. Features an attached 2-car garage with additional parking on a quiet, dead-end street. Large 1+ acre consisting of 2 legal lots, firepit with abundance of cut firewood for building friendships and community. Shed for extra tools and toys. Short walk to Lake Samish Park, miles of hiking trails and close proximity to Galbraith Mountain biking. 10 min drive to Bellingham while centrally located with quick access to Mt. Vernon, conveniently located with quick I-5 access and just 30 minutes to the Canadian border.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Contemporary
Stories
1 story
Condition
Very Good
Year built
2023
Lot size
53,579 sq ft (1.23 acres)
County
Whatcom
MLS #
NWM2575512

Interior

Heating
Ductless, Fireplace Insert, HRV/ERV System, Wall Furnace
Cooling
Ductless
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
1 · Gas
Interior features
Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Cement Planked, Stone, Wood Products
Roof
Metal
Foundation
Poured Concrete, Slab
Lot features
Dead End Street
Topography
Partial Slope
View
Lake, Mountains, Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

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

Utilities

Water
Water Catchment System
Sewer
Septic Tank
Power
Electric, Propane

Community & fees

Subdivision
Lake Samish
Community features
Boat Launch, Park, Playground, Trail(s)
Property tax
$10,202 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Aug 28, 2026
Days on market
23
Price per sq ft
$453
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2019-10-30
Sold$45,000

Schools

School district: Bellingham

Elementary
Wade King Elem
Middle
Fairhaven Mid
High
Sehome High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 16% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Listing agent: Sharon L. Engels.

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Data last updated 2026-09-15.