The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 98248 sells for about $666,000, or $353 per square foot.
Prices are up +6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 37 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,400 a month.
ZIP 98248 — Ferndale
The 98248 housing market is currently competitive, with a median sale price of $666,000 and a year-over-year price increase of 6.0%. Market activity remains steady, with homes selling in a median of 37 days, driven by consistent demand for single-family housing in the Ferndale area.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking a balance between suburban tranquility and access to regional employment centers in Whatcom County.
Median prices moved up 6.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 37 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 98248, Whatcom County, WA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by the Ferndale School District, which provides both elementary and secondary education options for local residents.
The area features a mix of residential development with ongoing construction of single-family homes, supported by proximity to regional employment hubs in Whatcom County.
Ferndale serves as a residential hub with access to I-5, providing a commute corridor toward Bellingham and other employment centers in Whatcom County.
The area offers a tranquil atmosphere with access to local parks and proximity to the natural amenities of the Pacific Northwest, including nearby lakes and outdoor trails.
The rental market is characterized by a median asking rent of $2,400, reflecting steady demand for housing in this suburban-leaning community.
The local economy is supported by a mix of residential services and proximity to the broader industrial and commercial base of Whatcom County.
The area is primarily served by the I-5 corridor, facilitating regional travel and commuting.
Ongoing residential development continues with new single-family home construction projects throughout the ZIP code.
The area is served by the Ferndale School District.
Data sourced from Zips.us.com and Census-based aggregates.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- The Outdoor Experience4.614.5 mi
- Fast Track Indoor Karting & PlayZone4.116.2 mi
- Play Abby Langley4.416.6 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.116.9 mi
- Hi-Knoll Driving Range & Minigolf4.115.3 mi
- Langley Events Centre4.618.8 mi
- Greater Vancouver Zoo4.116.5 mi
- Krause Berry Farms & Estate Winery4.116.9 mi
- Maan Farms Market and Estate Winery3.918.7 mi
- Rogers Forum4.419 mi
- White Rock Pier4.812.6 mi
- Peace Arch4.510.5 mi
- Peace Arch Provincial Park4.610.7 mi
- Regal Barkley Village4.411 mi
- Whatcom Falls Park4.812.6 mi
- White Rock Pier4.812.6 mi
- Peace Arch4.510.5 mi
- Museum of Surrey4.616.6 mi
- Canadian Museum of Flight4.715.5 mi
- Historic Stewart Farm4.716.3 mi
- Peace Arch4.510.5 mi
- Peace Arch Provincial Park4.610.7 mi
- Campbell Valley Regional Park4.710 mi
- Whatcom Falls Park4.812.6 mi
- Redwood Park4.712.1 mi
- Crescent Beach Marina4.416.6 mi
- Blaine Harbor Boating Center4.810.1 mi
- Bellingham Yacht Club4.69.9 mi
- Port of Bellingham4.610.2 mi
- Semiahmoo Store & Café4.410.2 mi
- Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Club4.310.6 mi
- The Hills at Portal Golf Club4.110.8 mi
- Loomis Trail Golf4.66.7 mi
- North Bellingham Golf Course4.47 mi
- Shuksan Golf Club4.310.3 mi
- Bellis Fair48.9 mi
- Fred Meyer4.211.8 mi
- WinCo Foods4.49.1 mi
- Fred Meyer4.18 mi
- Safeway4.110.5 mi
- Abbotsford International Airport4.115.9 mi
- Bellingham International Airport4.57 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Local green spaces providing recreational opportunities for residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.