Property Attributes
- ID#2581367
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyWHATCOM
- CityFerndale
- AreaFerndale-Custer
- NeighborhoodFerndale
- Zip98248
- Style2 Story
- Year Built1928
- Taxes$ 4707
- Price$ 1,088,800
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2264
- Lot Size1.35 Acres
Data Source:
Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Property Description
Extraordinary location & series of business opportunities with 4 BR classic home, minutes from US/BC border, north of Bellingham. High visibility, situated on large corner parcel at Portal Way & Triggs Rd. 1.35-acre parcel, with highly-desirable, versatile MXD (Mixed-Use Commercial/Residential) Ferndale city zoning. Near I-5, without the noise. Privacy trees; convenient space that can be accessed from Portal Way with trucks & large trailers. Unique opportunities for expansion of development here. Surrounded by quality mix of residential properties, along with grocery & farm stores, restaurants & coffee spots. Business/development plan in motion (inquire) or develop your own approach, multiple streams of income. Attractive investment opportunity, with excellent Portal Way frontage, convenience a minute or two from two I-5 Exits. Close proximity to Surrey/White Rock (3 Canada/US-borders); quick access to Vancouver (BC) and Lower Mainland. Charming 1928 architecture, attached garage, breezeway, long private driveway, gardens in place. Development projects steadily moving this direction. Impressive corner parcel; wheels in motion for strong-revenue commercial opportunity. Plans/reports, future permits, etc. to be included with subject property. MXD (18.45) zoning allows for generous variety of development approaches here: retail, multi-family, gas station/C-store, general/medical/public agency offices, bank, supermarket, restaurant/bar/cafe + long list of conditional-use options.
| High School |
|---|
| Ferndale High |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/11/2026 | Listed $1,088,800 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2264 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | See Remarks |
| Cooling | See Remarks |
| Possession | Closing,Negotiable |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | See Remarks |
| Year Built | 1928 |
| View | Mountains,Partial,See Remarks,Territorial |
| Topography | Equestrian,Level |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| County | Whatcom |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | Ferndale |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Special Listing Conditions | None |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | GPS |
| High School | Ferndale High |
| City | Ferndale |
| Entry Location | Main |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| High School District | Ferndale |
| MLS Area | 870 - Ferndale/Custer |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 58806 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional,Owner Will Carry,See Remarks |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 4707 |
| Property Condition | Good |
| Public Remarks | Extraordinary location & series of business opportunities with 4 BR classic home,minutes from US/BC border,north of Bellingham. High visibility,situated on large corner parcel at Portal Way & Triggs |
| Structure Type | House |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Water Company | City of Ferndale |
| Property Style | 12 - 2 Story |
| NWM_ShowMapLink | Yes |
Interior Features
| Flooring | See Remarks |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Total Baths | 1 |
| Power Production Type | Electric |
| Bedrooms Upper | 3 |
| Baths Full Main | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | See Remarks |
|---|---|
| Vegetation | Fruit Trees,Garden Space,Wooded |
| Parking Features | Detached Garage |
| Lot Features | Corner Lot,Paved,Value In Land |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 1 |
| Inclusions | See Remarks |
| Building Area Total | 2264 |
| Lot Size Acres | 1.35 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 1 |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
| Site Features | Electric Car Charging,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Shop |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 98248
In The Neighborhood
Ferndale
$ 399,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,680 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: Coastal Realty
Ferndale
$ 565,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,301 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: Hansen Group Real Estate Inc
Ferndale
$ 195,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 840 SqFt
- Rooms
- 2 Beds + 1 Baths
Listed by: John L. Scott Bellingham
Ferndale
$ 529,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,694 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: Roma Management LLC
Ferndale
$ 525,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,560 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: Keller Williams Western Realty
Ferndale
$ 525,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,018 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2.5 Baths
Listed by: Windermere RE Anacortes Prop.
Ferndale
$ 689,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,539 SqFt
- Rooms
- 5 Beds + 2.5 Baths
Listed by: Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
Ferndale
$ 549,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,560 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: John L. Scott Bellingham
Ferndale
$ 1,028,849
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,121 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 3 Baths
Listed by: Keller Williams Western Realty
Ferndale
$ 629,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,044 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 2.5 Baths
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Bain
Ferndale
$ 495,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 600 SqFt
- Rooms
- 1 Beds + 1 Baths
Listed by: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Ferndale
$ 675,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,166 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 2.5 Baths
Listed by: eXp Realty
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