The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 98264 sells for about $600,000, or $315 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 17 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,150 a month.
ZIP 98264 — Lynden
The Lynden housing market remains stable with a slight year-over-year price increase, reflecting sustained demand for family-oriented housing. Low inventory levels continue to support a seller's market, though the pace of sales has moderated compared to previous years.
This ZIP is ideal for families seeking a small-town atmosphere with high-quality schools, as well as commuters who prefer a quieter residential environment within reach of Bellingham.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 17 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.3% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 7.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 12.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 98264, 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.
Lynden generally experiences low crime rates compared to regional averages in Whatcom County, with property crime being the primary concern.
The Lynden School District is highly regarded, with schools consistently performing well on state assessments and maintaining strong community support.
The area faces moderate risks from seasonal flooding near the Nooksack River and standard regional windstorm exposure; wildfire risk is generally low.
Lynden maintains steady economic momentum driven by its agricultural roots, light manufacturing, and its role as a border-adjacent commercial hub.
Property taxes are assessed by Whatcom County based on local levies, which include school district, city, and county-wide special district assessments.
Commuters primarily utilize State Route 539 to reach Bellingham, the primary employment core, with typical drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes.
The area features extensive local parks like Bender Fields, proximity to the Nooksack River for outdoor activities, and a historic downtown district with local shopping.
The rental market is tight with low vacancy rates, driven by demand from families and workers in the local agricultural and service sectors.
The economy is anchored by agriculture, food processing, and light manufacturing, with significant employment ties to the broader Bellingham metro area.
Transportation is primarily car-dependent, with State Route 539 serving as the main arterial connection to Bellingham and the Canadian border.
Ongoing residential development continues on the city's periphery, focusing on single-family subdivisions to accommodate population growth.
The Whatcom County Assessor's office conducts annual revaluations to ensure property assessments reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to Lynden School District levies and various county-wide utility and fire district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional risks associated with flood zones near the Nooksack River.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau and local municipal profiles.
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.
- Castle Fun Park4.411.1 mi
- Extreme Air Park3.717.1 mi
- The Outdoor Experience4.65.6 mi
- WildPlay Maple Ridge4.719 mi
- Fast Track Indoor Karting & PlayZone4.113.7 mi
- Langley Events Centre4.615.3 mi
- Greater Vancouver Zoo4.18.3 mi
- Maan Farms Market and Estate Winery3.98 mi
- Krause Berry Farms & Estate Winery4.110.1 mi
- Rogers Forum4.48.2 mi
- Greater Vancouver Zoo4.18.3 mi
- Maan Farms Market and Estate Winery3.98 mi
- Cascades Casino3.913 mi
- Castle Fun Park4.411.1 mi
- Mill Lake Park4.67.6 mi
- White Rock Pier4.816.4 mi
- Peace Arch4.514.1 mi
- Fort Langley National Historic Site of Canada4.614.4 mi
- Museum of Surrey4.615.6 mi
- Canadian Museum of Flight4.711.7 mi
- Greater Vancouver Zoo4.18.3 mi
- Castle Fun Park4.411.1 mi
- Campbell Valley Regional Park4.79.8 mi
- Williams Park4.611.4 mi
- Mill Lake Park4.67.6 mi
- Crescent Beach Marina4.419.9 mi
- Blaine Harbor Boating Center4.814.1 mi
- Bellingham Yacht Club4.615.4 mi
- Port of Bellingham4.615.3 mi
- Semiahmoo Store & Café4.414.7 mi
- Castle Fun Park4.411.1 mi
- Newlands Golf & Country Club3.911.7 mi
- GreenTee Country Club Langley4.411.7 mi
- Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Club4.312.6 mi
- Ledgeview Golf Club4.511.9 mi
- Highstreet Shopping Centre4.26.4 mi
- Sevenoaks Shopping Centre4.18 mi
- Maan Farms Market and Estate Winery3.98 mi
- Krause Berry Farms & Estate Winery4.110.1 mi
- Canadian Tire3.97.7 mi
- Abbotsford International Airport4.15 mi
- Bellingham International Airport4.513.1 mi
- Chilliwack Airport Restaurant4.426 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large community sports complex with multiple fields.
Historic district featuring Dutch-themed architecture and local businesses.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.