Aerial view of Iron Gate Industrial Condos at Irongate Business Park, Bellingham, Washington

Whatcom County

Industrial Condos for Sale in Whatcom County, WA

Whatcom County industrial real estate is one of the tightest small-unit markets in Western Washington. Vacancy under 5%, sub-2,000 sqft inventory essentially zero, and no significant new construction in the pipeline. Iron Gate Industrial Condos is the only active new-construction industrial condominium project in Whatcom County — and Phase 2 has 14 units remaining. Priced from $310,000 for a 1,250 sqft Standard unit and $340,000 for a 1,610 sqft Mezzanine unit, Iron Gate represents the accessible entry point into Whatcom County commercial real estate ownership.

Starting Price

$310,000

Sizes

1,250 – 1,610 sqft

Units Remaining

14 in Phase 2

Location

Bellingham, WA

The Whatcom County Industrial Market

Whatcom County's industrial fundamentals are strong and getting stronger. The base economy is diversified across refining (Cherry Point), food processing (Lynden/Ferndale), marine trades (Bellingham), manufacturing, and a growing small-business/trade-services sector in and around Bellingham proper. Pair that with limited industrial-zoned land, ongoing in-migration from Puget Sound, and the cross-border advantage of being 20 minutes from Canada, and the structural case for owning small-footprint industrial real estate here is straightforward.

Why Bellingham, Not Lynden or Ferndale

All three Whatcom County cities have demand for small industrial condos, but Bellingham is the highest-density trade area and the one best-served by I-5 access. Iron Gate's location at Irongate Business Park puts you at the crossroads of the county — 12 minutes from Ferndale, 20 from Lynden, 25 from Blaine, and anchored to the Bellingham customer base directly. For most Whatcom County buyers, Bellingham is the right center of gravity.

Available Unit Mix

Phase 2 remaining inventory breaks down as:

  • Building 3 (1629 Jills Ct): 5 units available — mix of Standard and Mezzanine.
  • Building 4 (1631 Jills Ct): 9 units available — mix of Standard and Mezzanine.
  • Phase 1 (Buildings 1 & 2): Sold out.

Units are sold on a first-come-first-served reservation basis.

Investor Outlook for Whatcom County Industrial

For an investor, Whatcom County small industrial condos combine three things that rarely show up together: low vacancy risk (95%+ occupancy), new construction (minimal deferred maintenance), and a price point where one unit can be bought with a small commercial loan. Lease rates on comparable space in Whatcom County support an attractive cap rate on a single-unit lease-out, and appreciation has tracked 3–5% annually over the last decade.

Unit Types Available

Standard Unit

$310,000

25×50 · 1,250 sqft

Perfect for contractor shops, workshops, storage, or small-business operations. All-steel construction with full insulation, natural gas heating, and ADA-compliant bathroom.

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Mezzanine Unit

$340,000

25×50 · 1,610 sqft

Standard footprint plus a built-in mezzanine level — ideal for an office above your shop, parts storage, or a second work area.

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Schedule Your Private Tour

Only 14 units remaining in Phase 2 — secure yours today. Call (360) 303-1450 or fill out the form below.

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