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3722 Academy Highlands Drive

Bellingham, WA 98229
  • $850,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ID#: 2479897
UPDATED: 204 min ago
$850,000
  • 0
    BEDS
  • 20.02
    ACRES
  • 0
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
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Vacant Land / Lots
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The Pinnacle of Northwest Living It is a rare occasion when a property transcends the category of a mere "building lot" and enters the realm of a true legacy estate. Positioned high above the pristine waters of Lake Whatcom, this spectacular view lot represents more than just a parcel of land; it is a canvas for an extraordinary life. I can say with confidence that this site offers a sensory experience that photos simply cannot capture. From the moment you pass through the secure, private gated entrance, a sense of tranquility takes hold. This is the starting point of a journey into a sanctuary where luxury meets the rugged, untamed beauty of the Cascade foothills. The primary building site has been cleared, offering an immediate and transparent look at your future reality. By removing the guesswork you're provided a turnkey conceptual start. You aren't just buying dirt; you are buying a verified vantage point. This clarity allows you and your architect to walk the grounds and immediately identify where the primary suite should sit to capture the morning sun over the water, or where the floor-to-ceiling glass in the great room will best frame the surrounding peaks. Whether your aesthetic leans toward "Modern Northwest" with heavy timbers & stone, or a sleek, glass-heavy contemporary design, the this site accommodates a wide variety of architectural ambitions. This is your opportunity to build a dream home that doesn't just sit on the land, but belongs to it.

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3722 Academy Highlands Drive Bellingham, WA 98229

  • Price: $850,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: Days
  • Updated: 204 min ago
  • ID#: 2479897
0
Beds
0
Baths
0
½ Baths
20.02
Acres
Neighborhood:
Silver Beach
County:
Whatcom
Area:
Bellingham
Elementary School:
Silver Beach Elem
Middle School:
Whatcom Mid
High School:
Squalicum High
School District:
Bellingham
Property Description
The Pinnacle of Northwest Living It is a rare occasion when a property transcends the category of a mere "building lot" and enters the realm of a true legacy estate. Positioned high above the pristine waters of Lake Whatcom, this spectacular view lot represents more than just a parcel of land; it is a canvas for an extraordinary life. I can say with confidence that this site offers a sensory experience that photos simply cannot capture. From the moment you pass through the secure, private gated entrance, a sense of tranquility takes hold. This is the starting point of a journey into a sanctuary where luxury meets the rugged, untamed beauty of the Cascade foothills. The primary building site has been cleared, offering an immediate and transparent look at your future reality. By removing the guesswork you're provided a turnkey conceptual start. You aren't just buying dirt; you are buying a verified vantage point. This clarity allows you and your architect to walk the grounds and immediately identify where the primary suite should sit to capture the morning sun over the water, or where the floor-to-ceiling glass in the great room will best frame the surrounding peaks. Whether your aesthetic leans toward "Modern Northwest" with heavy timbers & stone, or a sleek, glass-heavy contemporary design, the this site accommodates a wide variety of architectural ambitions. This is your opportunity to build a dream home that doesn't just sit on the land, but belongs to it.
Exterior Features

Carport YN No Lot Features Adjacent to Public LandDead End StreetPavedSecluded Road Responsibility Private Maintained RoadRoad Maintenance Agreement Road Surface Type Paved Structure Type Unspecified Style Code 41 - Res-Over 1 Acre Topography Sloped View BayCityGolf CourseLakeMountains View YN Yes Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Baths Full Upper 0 Baths Half Upper 0 Baths Three Quarter Upper 0 Bedrooms Upper 0 Building Area Total 0 Cooling YN No Fireplace YN No Fireplaces Total 0 Heating YN No Living Area 0 Square Footage Finished 0 Square Footage Unfinished 0

Property Features

Association Fee 0 Association Fee Includes Road MaintenanceSnow Removal Association YN Yes Community Features CCRsGatedTrail(s) Electric On Property YN No Electricity Status In Street FIRPTAYN No First Right Of Refusal No Gas Status Not Available Irrigation Water Rights YN No Listing Terms CashConventional Possession Closing Possible Use Forestry Property Features Comm. Grade TimberPartially Cleared Property Sub Type Land Restrictions CC&RNO Manufactured HomesTimber Clause Road Information PavedPrivately MaintainedRecorded Maint. Agrm Road On Which Side west Security Features Security Gate Senior Community YN No Senior Exemption No Sewer Not Available Special Listing Conditions None Tax Annual Amount 54 Tax Year 2025 Utilities Electricity AvailableSnow Removal Water Source See Remarks Zoning Description Forestry Zoning Jurisdiction County

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IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal noncommercial use, that it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.The listing data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than TRI STAR Team | RE/MAX NW are marked by the "three tree" symbol; detailed information about such listings includes the names of the listing brokers. The three tree icon refers to an NWMLS listing. Data last updated 2026-05-20T00:16:01.62. The "Days on Site" data field is calculated by BoomTown and is the number of days since the listing was originally received in our system. It is not the equivalent of "Days on Market".
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-05-20T00:16:01.62. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by 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.

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