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BELLINGHAM, WA 98225

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Whatcom County
Seller's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 98225

Birchwood · Central Business District · Civic Center (Cultural District) · Columbia · Cornwall Park · Edgemoor · Fairhaven · Happy Valley · Lettered Streets · Old Town · Parkview · Railroad Ave (State Street) · Sehome · South · South Hill · Sunnyland · Waterfront · WWU (Western Washington University) · York

Market Analysis

Data as of April 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The BELLINGHAM, WA real estate market (98225) currently shows 106 active listings, with 27 pending sales. Homes are averaging 38 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 18 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 38 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 14.2% year-over-year, from $704,500 to $604,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 49,667  ·  Density: 1,525.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,679

Typical home value: $527,668  ·  Homeownership: 42.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
106
⇩ 14.5% vs 124 last year
Pending
27
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$604,250
⇩ 14.2% vs $704,500 last year
Average Price
$744,791
⇩ 15.6% vs $882,430 last year
Days on Market
38
⇩ 2.6% vs 39 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$495
⇩ 7.5% vs $535/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,043 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 106 this year vs 124 last year
  • Days on market: 38 now vs 39 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $604,250 (-14.2% YoY)
  • Average: $744,791 (-15.6% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 25.6 miles — 561 listings ($471,754,222 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98225Bellingham, WA 982250.0 mi89$68,056,520$651,225$764,680
98229Bellingham, WA 982295.9 mi86$88,975,170$733,125$1,034,595
98248Ferndale, WA 982489.3 mi79$64,669,716$729,675$818,604
98264Lynden, WA 9826413.6 mi75$57,104,850$701,875$761,398
98240Custer, WA 9824014.3 mi8$7,689,384$894,950$961,173
98220Acme, WA 9822014.8 mi1$999,995$999,995$999,995
98230Blaine, WA 9823016.8 mi146$116,606,842$614,500$798,677
98233Burlington, WA 9823318.7 mi29$16,519,415$484,475$569,635
98295Sumas, WA 9829519.7 mi4$2,179,668$421,250$544,917
98280Orcas, WA 9828021.0 mi1$975,000$975,000$975,000
98257La Conner, WA 9825723.5 mi30$19,854,660$632,500$661,822
98243Deer Harbor, WA 9824324.6 mi4$9,981,000$2,099,250$2,495,250
98261Lopez Island, WA 9826125.6 mi9$18,142,002$1,325,000$2,015,778

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BELLINGHAM, WA 98225?

As of April 2026, there are 106 active listings in BELLINGHAM, WA (zip code 98225), compared to 124 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BELLINGHAM, WA 98225?

The median listing price in BELLINGHAM, WA 98225 is $604,250 as of April 2026, a 14.2% decrease from $704,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in BELLINGHAM, WA?

Homes in BELLINGHAM, WA 98225 spend an average of 38 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 39 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BELLINGHAM, WA 98225?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 18 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 38 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in BELLINGHAM, WA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BELLINGHAM, WA 98225 save an estimated $12,085 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $604,250. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.