Barkley Village Homes for Sale | Bellingham, WA
Barkley Village is one of Bellingham’s fastest growing neighborhoods, originally known as the Mt. Baker neighborhood before its residential development took off with the mid 1990s construction of Barkley Boulevard from Britton Road to Orleans Street. Spanning 840 acres, it’s a well planned mix of single family homes, townhomes, and condos built around a walkable urban village core. Over the past year, homes here sold for a median of $749,000, ranging from $396,000 to $1,865,580 depending on property type, with a typical time on market of just 17 days.
Homes for Sale in Barkley
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Barkley Village in Bellingham, WA: Overview
Barkley is conveniently located near I-5, giving quick access to the rest of Bellingham and beyond. What really draws people in is the modern urban village at its center, home to local boutiques, restaurants, and coffee shops within walking distance of the surrounding homes. The area’s laid back character has earned Bellingham as a whole the nickname “City of Subdued Excitement,” and Barkley’s mix of parks, walking trails, greenways, and natural preserves fits right into that.
Real Estate and Home Prices in Barkley Village
Over the past year, homes in Barkley Village sold for a median of $749,000 and an average of roughly $801,900, ranging from $396,000 to $1,865,580 across 49 closed sales. Typical (median) time on market was 17 days, though the average runs closer to 53 days once a handful of especially slow sellers are factored in, some sitting on the market for over a year.
Citywide for context, Bellingham’s median sale price was $695,000 in June 2026, with 2.46 months of inventory and closed sales up 19.8 percent year over year (see the full Bellingham Housing Market Report, July 2026).
Housing
Expect a genuine mix here: condos and townhomes clustered near the village center, single family homes on the surrounding hillside streets, mostly built from the 1990s onward with modern layouts and attached garages.
Barkley Village vs. Other Bellingham Neighborhoods
Barkley Village vs. Alabama Hill
Alabama Hill offers larger, older residential lots with mature trees and a purely residential feel. Barkley Village is newer, master planned, and mixed use, with shopping and dining built directly into the neighborhood rather than a short drive away.
Barkley Village vs. Fairhaven
Fairhaven offers historic architecture and a walkable, established downtown feel. Barkley Village is a newer wave of development, purpose built from the start to layer office space, retail, and housing into one continuous district.
Schools Serving Barkley Village
Typical assignment is Silver Beach Elementary, Whatcom Middle School, and Squalicum High School. As always, confirm the exact attendance zone with the district directly, since boundaries can vary by street.
Dining and Daily Life
The village center covers groceries, banking, and everyday errands within walking distance for nearby residents. Dining options include Hey Dumplin, Roe, El Pollo Feo, Black Sheep, COA Mexican Eatery and Tequileria, Storia Cucina, Luna’s Bistro, Taqueria Tecalitlan, Little Tokyo, and Scotty Browns.
FAQ
What does a home in Barkley Village typically cost?
Based on the last year of closed sales, homes in Barkley Village have a median sale price of $749,000, typically ranging from $396,000 to $1,865,580 depending on property type, size, and condition.
What schools serve Barkley Village?
Typically Silver Beach Elementary, Whatcom Middle School, and Squalicum High School, though families should confirm their specific address with Bellingham Public Schools.
How walkable is Barkley Village to shopping and dining?
Very. The village center is built directly into the neighborhood, putting groceries, restaurants, and boutiques within walking distance for most residents.
How does buying in Barkley Village compare to Alabama Hill or Fairhaven?
Barkley Village offers newer, master planned construction with retail built in, while Alabama Hill offers larger established lots and Fairhaven offers historic character. Many buyers choose Barkley specifically for the built in walkability.
Is parking a challenge in the Barkley Village area?
Generally not. Ample surface parking surrounds the shops, and residential properties typically include garages or designated parking.
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