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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 6 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 5,553 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 3 days ago

Listed by Maria Ayers | Real Broker LLC | (855) 450-0442

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Lake Samish waterfront living at its best! This extraordinary 5,000+ sq ft estate offers 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, and 67 ft of low-bank shoreline with a private dock. Expansive windows frame panoramic lake and mountain views from nearly every room, while multiple patios, rooftop decks, and thoughtfully designed spaces create seamless indoor-outdoor living with both privacy and elegance. The flexible layout includes multiple kitchens and separate entrances, making it ideal for multigenerational living, guest use, or maximizing rental potential. With a proven track record as a successful Airbnb, this property offers strong income-generating potential while leaving room to elevate and add value. A detached outbuilding provides space for hobbies, work, or your own creative vision. Enjoy direct access to the water, nearby forested trails, and close proximity to Galbraith Mountain biking. Conveniently located with quick I-5 access and just 30 minutes to the Canadian border, this rare opportunity combines luxury, lifestyle, and investment potential in one remarkable waterfront setting.

Full Property Details for 961 W Lake Samish Dr

General

  • Price: $999,900
  • Taxes: $15,361 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: NWMLS
  • MLS ID: 2502902
  • Updated: 4/15/2026
  • Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Second Primary Bedroom, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater, Wired for Generator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace(s): Pellet Stove
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer(s)
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Upper - Full Baths: 4
  • Main Floor Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Upper: 6

Additional Information

  • Amenities: Dock, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, Rooftop Deck, RV Parking
  • Security/Safety: Partially Fenced

Parking

  • Carports: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Covered Spaces: 1
  • Uncovered Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, RV Parking

Location

  • Area: 860 - Bellingham
  • County: Whatcom
  • Subdivision: Lake Samish
  • Driving Directions: GPS is accurate

School Information

  • High School District: Bellingham
  • Elementary School: Wade King Elem
  • Middle School: Fairhaven Mid
  • High School: Sehome High

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: 90%+ High Efficiency, Ductless, Radiant
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Private

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: House
  • Exterior Const.: Wood Products
  • Basement Desc.: Daylight, Partially Finished
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Flat, Metal, Torch Down
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Square Feet: 5,553
  • Finished Total: 5,553 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1952

Lot Features

  • Property View: Lake
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.42
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 18,295
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Topography: Level, Partial Slope, Sloped
  • Lot Features: Paved
  • Trees/Vegetation: Garden Space

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $15,361.36
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: None
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer(s)
  • Property ID: 3703273223960000

Listed by Maria Ayers | Real Broker LLC | (855) 450-0442

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Schools serving 961 W Lake Samish Dr

School District:Bellingham School District
NameGradesDistance
Wade King Elementary School
2155 Yew Street Road, Bellingham, WA 98229
PK-53.6 mi
Fairhaven Middle School
110 Parkridge Road, Bellingham, WA 98225
6-85.2 mi
Sehome High School
2700 Bill McDonald Parkway, Bellingham, WA 98225
9-125.1 mi
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Price & Sales History for 961 W Lake Samish Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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4/15/2026
Listed
$999,900
-12.77%
MLS
12/15/2025
Sold
$1,146,303
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Tax History for 961 W Lake Samish Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$14,360
29%
$1,605,297
29%
2024
$11,173
39%
$1,249,051
17%
2021
$8,062
-20%
$1,063,028
24%
2023
$10,045
25%
$857,304
14%
2021
$8,062
2%
$752,015
5%
2020
$7,892
-2%
$713,825
14%
2018
$8,078
13%
$624,836
9%
2017
$7,138
10%
$575,399
5%
2016
$6,466
—
$545,737
5%
2016
$6,466
-17%
$519,736
-26%
2019
$7,753
31%
$703,929
42%
2013
$5,901
—
$494,368
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