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BELLINGHAM, WA 98226

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Whatcom County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 98226

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Market Analysis

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

The BELLINGHAM, WA real estate market (98226) currently shows 158 active listings, with 42 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 30 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 13.6% year-over-year, from $685,000 to $592,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 45,703  ·  Density: 166.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $71,943

Typical home value: $511,787  ·  Homeownership: 60.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
158
⇧ 23.4% vs 128 last year
Pending
42
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$592,000
⇩ 13.6% vs $685,000 last year
Average Price
$687,115
⇩ 20.8% vs $867,040 last year
Days on Market
52
⇧ 73.3% vs 30 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$385
⇩ 5.4% vs $407/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,549 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 158 this year vs 128 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 30 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $592,000 (-13.6% YoY)
  • Average: $687,115 (-20.8% 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 29.3 miles — 685 listings ($601,664,797 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98226Bellingham, WA 982260.0 mi147$98,106,330$572,750$667,390
98229Bellingham, WA 982297.2 mi86$88,975,170$733,125$1,034,595
98276Nooksack, WA 982769.9 mi3$1,949,850$596,175$649,950
98264Lynden, WA 9826410.4 mi75$57,104,850$701,875$761,398
98262Lummi Island, WA 9826213.3 mi12$13,162,104$729,500$1,096,842
98295Sumas, WA 9829514.9 mi4$2,179,668$421,250$544,917
98230Blaine, WA 9823016.9 mi146$116,606,842$614,500$798,677
98279Olga, WA 9827920.5 mi4$6,239,000$1,247,000$1,559,750
98284Sedro Woolley, WA 9828422.1 mi53$47,422,545$749,375$894,765
98221Anacortes, WA 9822123.1 mi88$92,840,704$838,750$1,055,008
98245Eastsound, WA 9824524.5 mi33$47,242,074$1,198,000$1,431,578
98257La Conner, WA 9825726.9 mi30$19,854,660$632,500$661,822
98243Deer Harbor, WA 9824329.3 mi4$9,981,000$2,099,250$2,495,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BELLINGHAM, WA 98226?

As of March 2026, there are 158 active listings in BELLINGHAM, WA (zip code 98226), compared to 128 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BELLINGHAM, WA 98226?

The median listing price in BELLINGHAM, WA 98226 is $592,000 as of March 2026, a 13.6% decrease from $685,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in BELLINGHAM, WA 98226 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 30 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BELLINGHAM, WA 98226?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, BELLINGHAM, WA 98226 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 30 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 30 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 98226 save an estimated $11,840 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $592,000. 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.