Ferndale Real Estate

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Real Estate in Ferndale, Washington

Hometown Feel with Fast-Growing Economy


mount bakerWelcome to Ferndale; a small town of just over 9,000 friendly folks that is growing, but keeping its hometown feel. With a breath-taking view of Mt. Baker and the Nooksack River bubbling under our new bridge, Ferndale is the definition of a happy and healthy Northwest town.

Come visit for the day or stay for a decade, whether you are looking for a place with good schools for your children, great commercial land for a new business, a nice town to settle down and retire in or simply affordable living and a spot to fish, Ferndale is your answer. If you are looking to buy in Ferndale, visit our Buyers page to get in touch, or start your property search now.

Nationally Recognized Schools

The 12 schools in Ferndale all offer excellent learning opportunities and choices to your children. Along with seven outstanding elementary schools, young Ferndale students can also decide between the private, Whatcom Day Academy or Cornerstone Bilingual Montessori School. At the high school level, students are again offered the choice between Clearview, Ferndale or Windward High Schools. Five of Ferndale’s schools have received National Awards of Excellence, and Ferndale’s Native American education program has been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Education.

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Business Friendly

We also have many great opportunities for entrepreneurs and businesses. Ferndale is located equal distances from Seattle and Vancouver, British Columbia, just minutes away from the larger city of Bellingham. Ferndale has major potential to grow in the business arena. There are approximately 254 acres of commercially zoned land remaining within the city limits. With land prices notably lower than towns to the south, building in Ferndale is not an occasion to be missed.

 

A Town with a View

ferndale viewSituated between the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains, Ferndale has a moderate climate with an average rainfall of about 34 inches. The City of Ferndale provides a dozen parks and with the Nooksack River and Mt. Baker so close there is plenty of entertainment right outside your door. Hovander Homestead Park and Pioneer Park are perfect for fun events held year round. A turn-of-the-century park featuring a historic Victorian home, Hovander Homestead hosts the annual Scottish Highland Games and a Civil War Reenactment. Pioneer Park is home to the Old Settlers Picnic and has one of the largest collections of original log homes in the Northwest.

Ferndale is located in the northwest corner of Washington State approximately 6 miles north of Bellingham and 13 miles south of the Canadian Border. The population of Ferndale is nearly 10,000. 

There are many nearby attractions including Mount Baker, the San Juan Islands, numerous lakes, and the Nooksack River . Ferndale also enjoys a close proximity to Vancouver, British Columbia, and is approximately 100 miles north of Seattle.

For more information about local events, the history of Ferndale , Ferndale Schools, businesses, etc. contact the Ferndale Chamber of Commerce.

If you'd like to talk more about real estate in the Ferndale area, contact us. We'd love to hear from you!