Rockhood
$774,000List price
3 bed · 2.5 bath · 2,390 sq ft
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5451 Shields Road · Ferndale, WA 98248

Source: NWMLS · COMPASS · Michelle R Harrington #NWM2569946

About this home

Welcome to Woods Point, a premier gated 55+ community perfectly situated between Bellingham and Ferndale. This serene enclave offers a lifestyle of ease with a stylish clubhouse, scenic trails, pickleball courts, and professional landscaping all included. Occupying a coveted premium lot with no neighbors to the south or west, this home provides a rare sense of privacy and stunning greenspace views. The open-concept floor plan is designed for modern living and bathed in natural light. Just off the entryway, you'll find a dedicated main-floor office behind elegant French doors. The heart of the home is a gourmet kitchen featuring quartz countertops, a generous island, and a walk-in pantry. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the great room, which features a beautiful tiled gas fireplace with a mantel. For ultimate convenience, the primary suite is located on the main level, while the upper floor hosts two additional bedrooms and a versatile study. High-end upgrades elevate every room, including custom electronic shades and a heat pump for efficient year-round climate control. Transition to outdoor living through large sliding doors that lead to a west-facing fenced backyard. Here, an expansive covered patio serves as a private sanctuary, ideal for enjoying Pacific Northwest sunsets and the peaceful surroundings. It’s the perfect blend of sophisticated design and effortless comfort in a location that keeps you close to local shopping, dining, and easy I-5 access.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Craftsman
Stories
2 stories
Condition
Very Good
Year built
2020
Lot size
5,227 sq ft (0.12 acres)
County
Whatcom
MLS #
NWM2569946

Interior

Heating
90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified)
Cooling
90%+ High Efficiency, Heat Pump
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Fireplace
1 · Gas
Interior features
Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Cement Planked, Stone, Wood
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Adjacent to Public Land, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Topography
Level
View
Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
4
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Natural Gas

Community & fees

Subdivision
Ferndale
Community features
Age Restriction, CCRs, Club House, Gated, Park, Trail(s)
HOA dues
$295/mo
Property tax
$5,474 (2026)

Transaction

Original list price
$799,000 (3.1% price cut)
Listed on
Aug 26, 2026
Days on market
25
Price per sq ft
$324
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2021-03-05
Sold$659,900

Schools

School district: Ferndale

Elementary
Buyer To Verify
Middle
Buyer To Verify
High
Ferndale High School
SchoolDigger 3 stars · Top 39% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: COMPASS

Listing agent: Michelle R Harrington.

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Data last updated 2026-09-13.