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Property Description
Here is the charming and private mid-century gem in the heart of the Seamount Neighborhood you've been waiting for! With a new kitchen featuring lovely flooring, cabinets, modern pantry pull outs, fresh appliances, newer hot water heater and furnace, all popcorn ceilings removed, and a mudroom rear entrance this home is move in ready. The home's exterior sports fresh paint and amazing mature landscaping (please ask agent for the plantings schedule) with a large fully fenced secluded backyard oasis replete with an inner fenced Goldfish pond/ waterfall and gazebo. Enjoy real wood burning fireplaces on the main and lower floor that are in working order, as well as the many original built-ins, solid oak hardwood floors, ceiling fans, and a plethora of opening windows that look upon mountain views in front, the Goldfish pond water feature in back, all while providing consistent cooling breezes throughout. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the main floor. The 4th bedroom or bonus room (it has no closet) and a family/rec room are in the daylight basement as well as the attached one car garage. All this located on a quiet street with loads of parking, including RV parking, in a neighborhood of mid century homes close to downtown Ferndale, schools, and I-5. This is the affordable mid century modern home dream for you; gain instant equity as this home is offered at $22,000 less than its appraised value.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5850 Birch Dr
General
- Sold For: $553,000
- Taxes: $4,227 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2547489
- Added to Site: 101 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Short Term: Yes
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Trash Compactor, Washer(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - 3/4 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
- Bedrooms Main: 3
Additional Information
- Amenities: Cabana/Gazebo, Dog Run, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet
- Security/Safety: Fully Fenced
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Uncovered Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Attached Garage
Location
- Area: 870 - Ferndale/Custer
- County: Whatcom
- Subdivision: Ferndale
- Driving Directions: I5 to Portal Way exit 263, west on Portal Way through traffic circles to 2nd Ave, right on Washington Street, right on Vista Dr, Left on Ferndale Terrace, and right on Birch Dr, home is on the right.
- Direction Faces: Southwest
School Information
- High School District: Ferndale
- Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
- Middle School: Buyer To Verify
- High School: Buyer To Verify
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: 90%+ High Efficiency
- Water Heater: electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Wood
- Basement Desc.: Finished
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Square Feet: 2,526
- Finished Total: 2,526 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1954
- Property Condition: Good
Lot Features
- Property View: City, Mountains, Territorial
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,454
- Lot Size Source: Realist
- Lot Dimensions: 116 x 8 x x 142 x 80
- Topography: Partial Slope, Terraces
- Lot Features: Paved, Secluded
- Trees/Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,227
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Trash Compactor, Washer(s)
- Property ID: 390219387206
Listed by Nathan Lowe | Muljat Group | (360) 733-3030
Sold by Jeff Johnson | Muljat Group
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Schools
Schools serving 5850 Birch Dr
School District:Ferndale School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Skyline Elementary School, Ferndale, WA 2225 Thornton Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 | PK-5 | 0.9 mi |
Vista Middle School 6051 Vista Drive, Ferndale, WA 98248 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Ferndale High School 5830 Golden Eagle Drive, Ferndale, WA 98248 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5850 Birch Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/28/2026
Sold
$553,000
0.55%
MLS
7/25/2026
Price Reduced
$550,000
-2.65%
MLS
7/01/2026
Listed
$565,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
5850 Birch Drive, Ferndale, WA 98248 (MLS# 2547489) is a Single Family property that was sold at $553,000 on August 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 5850 Birch Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Ferndale? You can browse all Ferndale real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

