OPEN HOUSE Sat, Oct 10 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

$990,000

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,604 SQFT 5.02 Acres
Type: Single Family

5010 Samish Way
Bellingham, WA 98229

MLS#: 2567693
Presented by: John L. Scott Bellingham and NWMLS

Property Description

 

This probably isn't the place you've been looking for - but it could be exactly what you've been hoping for. 5010, the Magical Woodland Sanctuary, isn’t for everyone. You'll know if it's you...5+ private acres in unincorporated South Bellingham, zoned R5A: mature woodland, sun-filled clearing, open sky & proven gardens. Privacy without isolation, space, versatility & freedom to evolve. From quiet retreat, yoga & fire-pit evenings to entrepreneurial pursuits & celebrations—a place to live life your way. Meticulously maintained & thoughtfully improved. Bright, airy, single-level 3BR/2BA: vaulted ceilings, abundant light, woodstove, newer roof, cement-plank siding, Trex decking, fresh paint & flooring. 5010 may alter what you think you know about modular homes. This is true modular construction, built in 1990 to Washington residential standards consistent with site-built construction, including structural, plumbing, heating and electrical requirements. Built off-site, it is a permanent single-family home built for enduring residential use. Separate 1,000+ sq. ft. finished building: own power meter/220V, hot water, 1/2 bath, high ceilings & overhead door. Workshop, studio, home business or potential ADU/2nd living space. Buyer to verify.3-bay garage/shop, new roof, carport, RV + ample parking. Galbraith trails: 2 min. Lake Padden: 5. Downtown, Fairhaven & Barkley: Private woodland. Abundant sunshine. Room to gather, grow, create & breathe.


 

Interior Features

Bedrooms

Bedrooms Lower0
Bedrooms Upper0
Main Level Bedrooms3
Total Bedrooms3

Bathrooms

3/4 Baths0
Bathrooms2
Baths Full Garage0
Baths Full Lower0
Baths Full Main2
Baths Full Upper0
Baths Half Garage0
Baths Half Lower0
Baths Half Main0
Baths Half Upper0
Baths Three Quarter Garage0
Baths Three Quarter Lower0
Baths Three Quarter Main0
Baths Three Quarter Upper0
Half Baths0
Total Baths2

Other Interior Features

Air Conditioning Y/NYes
BasementNone
Fireplace FeaturesWood Burning
Fireplace Y/NYes
Fireplaces Main1
FlooringLaminate, Vinyl, Carpet
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesBath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
Power Production TypeElectric, Propane, Wood
Total Fireplaces1
Water Heater TypeElectric

General

AccessibilityAccessible Bath, Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Kitchen, Accessible Utility
AppliancesDishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Attached Garage No
Building Area Units0 sqft
Carport Y/NYes
CityBellingham
CoolingForced Air, None
CountyWhatcom
DirectionsFrom Yew street, go south on S. Samish Way until you see driveway on your right (west side of road). Or from exit 246 N Lake Samish road exit, head north on Samish Way until you see driveway on left
Elementary SchoolWade King Elem
Entry LocationMain
Full Baths2
Garage Y/NYes
HOANo
HOA Fee$0
HeatingForced Air
High SchoolSehome High
High School DistrictBellingham
Land Lease Y/NNo
LevelsOne
Listing TermsCash, Conventional, Lease Purchase, State Bond, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Living Area2,604 sqft
Lot Size Square Feet218,671 sqft
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area860 - Bellingham
Middle/Junior High SchoolFairhaven Mid
NWM_ShowMapLinkY
New ConstructionNo
PossessionClosing
Property ConditionVery Good
Property Style10 - 1 Story
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
Public RemarksThis probably isn't the place you've been looking for - but it could be exactly what you've been hoping for. 5010, the Magical Woodland Sanctuary, isnt for everyone. You'll know if it's you...5+ privat
RoofComposition
Security FeaturesSecurity Gate
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerSeptic Tank
Special Listing ConditionsNone
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Structure TypeHouse
Subdivision NameBellingham
Tax Annual Amount$6,584
Tax Year2026
TopographyLevel, Partial Slope
ViewTerritorial
Virtual TourClick here
Water CompanyPrivate well
Year Built1991

Exterior

Building Area Total2,604 sqft
Covered Spaces4
Exterior AmenitiesCement/Concrete
Foundation DetailsBlock, Tie Down
InclusionsDishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Irrigation Water Rights Y/NNo
Lot FeaturesSecluded
Lot Size Acres5.02
Parking FeaturesDetached Carport, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
Parking Uncovered Total6
Site FeaturesDeck, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking, Shop
Total Parking10
VegetationGarden Space, Wooded
Water SourcePrivate
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Schools 

Middle School Fairhaven Mid
Elementary School Wade King Elem
High School Sehome High

  

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