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697 Axelson Road, Bellingham, WA, 98229
$1,287,000·3 bd·1 ba·NWMLS #2575512
Every completed rebate is published: see all 249 closings.
Listing data from NWMLS. Listing courtesy of Sharon L. Engels of Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. Rebate estimate calculated by Arrivva.
How the rebate is calculated
- Buyer-broker fee at 2%
- $25,740
- Buyer-broker fee at 3%
- $38,610
- Arrivva flat fee
- - $9,750
- Estimated rebate range
- $15,000 to $29,000
*Estimate only. Actual rebate may vary based on final price, lender requirements, MLS rules, and broker policies. How the rebate works
697 Axelson RoadBellingham, WA 98229
Listing courtesy of Sharon L. Engels of Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.




This lake-view gem is the perfect blend of comfort, privacy & peacefulness located at the end of the road. Covered front porch finished with cedar siding & decking from trees logged off the property. Home is 3-years new and features the primary bedroom on the main floor with attached bathroom, tile floors, walk-in shower, walk-in closet and opens to a large deck that spans across the entire back of home with tranquil views of the lake and forest! Living room has vaulted ceiling with cozy propane fireplace, kitchen features custom wood cabinets, ss appliances, quartz counters & tile accents plus walk-in pantry. Main floor finished with engineered oak hardwood floors, mini-split heating and air-conditioning. Metal 50-year roof, Anderson Fibrex windows, auto-start Generac generator, durable Hardie Plank and panel siding, Natural stone fireplace & exterior trim. TimberTech composite decking, stainless steel wire railing with spiral staircase leading down to the hot tub. Features an attached 2-car garage with additional parking on a quiet, dead-end street. Large 1+ acre consisting of 2 legal lots, firepit with abundance of cut firewood for building friendships and community. Shed for extra tools and toys. Short walk to Lake Samish Park, miles of hiking trails and close proximity to Galbraith Mountain biking. 10 min drive to Bellingham while centrally located with quick access to Mt. Vernon, conveniently located with quick I-5 access and just 30 minutes to the Canadian border.
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Listing courtesy of Sharon L. Engels of Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Listing information is provided by Participants of the Northwest MLS. IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright 2026, Northwest MLS.
All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by the broker or MLS Grid. Supplied open house information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
Last checked: 2026-09-09 10:21 PM PDT
*Estimate only. Actual rebate may vary based on final price, lender requirements, MLS rules, and broker policies.
Questions about this listing
- How much could a buyer get back on 697 Axelson Road, Bellingham, WA, 98229?
- Arrivva estimates a buyer rebate of $15,000 to $29,000 on this listing. The buyer-broker fee, typically 2 to 3% of the price, goes back to you minus Arrivva's flat $9,750 fee. Every completed rebate is published on the Arrivva results page. See every completed closing
- Who is the listing brokerage for 697 Axelson Road, Bellingham, WA, 98229?
- Listing courtesy of Sharon L. Engels of Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc, per NWMLS listing #2575512. Arrivva is not the listing brokerage: Arrivva is a separate flat-fee brokerage that represents you as the buyer, with your interests first and no dual agency, ever. How Arrivva represents buyers
- How do I schedule a tour of 697 Axelson Road, Bellingham, WA, 98229?
- Set up a quick chat with Arrivva by phone or video. The team confirms showing availability fast, tours the home with you, and walks you through offer strategy and the rebate math before you commit to anything. Set up a time to talk
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