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Bellingham Real Estate Market Report - July 2011

Here's a quick analysis of the Bellingham Residential Real Estate Market

Looks like the residential market has taken a slight downturn from last year and last month. With the all the crazy economic news it will be interesting to see where we are headed.

The Wall Street Journal is predicting Bellingham's Real Estate prices to rise by 4.9% this year and another 12.4% next year. Let's hope whoever is reading their crystal ball has got it right.

There is still a First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Available through a program called the Mortgage Credit Certification. It is a Tax Credit paid on Mortgage interest.

Interest rates are at historic low's and there are some great values in the Bellingham market right now. You might want to take a look at what it would cost you to purchase one of these homes at today’s rates. You might be surprised at what your monthly payments would be, maybe less than your paying for rent right now if you are renting a comparable sized house.

If you have any questions or want to see any Bellingham Real Estate feel free to email me at or give me a call at 360-739-6981

Data are based on information provided by the NWMLS

Whatcom County Real Estate Market Report: July, 2011

Here's a quick analysis of the Whatcom County Residential Real Estate Market

Looks like the residential market is slightly down from last year . The number of sales in the county is pretty close to last years. The condo sales number of units is down. Stay tuned to see where we are heading.

The Wall Street Journal is predicting Bellingham's Real Estate prices to rise by 4.9% this year and another 12.4% next year. Let's hope whoever is reading their crystal ball has got it right.

There is still a First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Available through a program called the Mortgage Credit Certification. It is a Tax Credit paid on Mortgage interest.

Interest rates are at historical lows and there are some great values in the Bellingham market right now. You might want to take a look at what it would cost you to purchase one of these homes at today’s rates. You might be surprised at what your monthly payments would be, maybe less than your paying for rent right now if you are renting a comparable sized house.

If you have any questions or want to see any Bellingham Real Estate feel free to email me at or give me a call at 360-739-6981

Data are based on information provided by the NWMLS

Bellingham Real Estate Market Activity Snapshot: August 7, 2011 – August 13, 2011

The following data is for Single Family Residential Homes:

New Listings: 36

Closed Sales: 13

Pending Sales: 20


* Average List Price: $277,631
* Average Sale Price: $267,462
* Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 96.3%
* Average Days on Market: 122

Total active listings at the end of the week: 592

If you’d like any information or want to see any Bellingham Real Estate feel free to email me at or give me a call at 360-739-6981

Whatcom County Real Estate Market Activity Snapshot: August 7, 2011 – August 13, 2011

The following data is for Single Family Residential Homes:

New Listings: 86

Closed Sales: 33

Pending Sales: 45

  • Average List Price: $259,685
  • Average Sale Price: $251,847
  • Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 96.4%
  • Average Days on Market: 113


Total active listings at the end of the week: 1677

If you’d like any information or want to see any Whatcom County Washington Real Estate feel free to email me at or give me a call at 360-739-6981

Pickford Film Center Grand Opening

After several years and $3,000,000 the Pickford Film Center (PFC) was finished and opened for business in April. But they are having a community celebration of with a Grand Opening of it's new theater facility on Bay Street this weekend August 12-13. The festivities will feature film programming for all ages, free popcorn and drinks, live music, and a celebratory toast to kick off its first season of showing great films here in Bellingham.

"Friday, August 12th

4:00 – 6:00 pm
Grand Opening Happy Hour at PFC
Stop by for tours of the space, check out shorts in the theaters, and mingle with other celebrants during this special kick-off event. Free popcorn and select drinks, champagne toast and ribbon cutting by Bellingham Mayor, Dan Pike, at 5:30 pm.

6:30 pm
A Little Princess with live music score
An enchanting event featuring the 1917 silent film, A Little Princess, starring our namesake, Mary Pickford with music performed live on three harps - concert, Celtic and electric by musician extraordinaire, Leslie McMichael. 62 minutes. Tickets are $10 Member/$15 Non-Member and are available for purchase on line. Limited seating.

Throughout Friday Evening
Regularly scheduled films opened with live music by local musicians, free popcorn and select drinks for all and opportunities to win prizes too!

Midnight!
Midnight Madness with Evil Dead 2
Join us for this cult favorite starring Bruce Campbell and directed by Sam Raimi.
Tickets $2 Members/$3 Non-Members – tickets can be purchased online. 84 minutes/ rated R.

Saturday, August 13th

10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Classic Kiddy Matinee.
Bring the kids to this nostalgic screening of classic cartoons for the entire family featuring free popcorn, drinks and penny candy.

12:00 pm
Rocket Donut Sci-fi Matinee
The fun continues with our classic Rocket Donut Sci-fi featuring, Target Earth, when giant robots from Venus invade earth. 1954/rated G/75 minutes. Free popcorn, drinks and penny candy. Admission is also free."