KGMI News
By Tracy Ellis

BELLINGHAM, Wash. – Whatcom County home values shot up about 11% in a year.

The Federal Housing Finance Agency says that’s the 14th highest spike in country.

The Bremerton area topped the list, with an over 14% hike.

Seattle’s 12% appreciation growth ranked third in the country.

Whatcom County home values are up more than 29% compared to five years ago.