About Sterling
Real Estate Group
Sterling Real Estate Group is a local Bellingham real estate brokerage serving buyers, sellers and property owners throughout Whatcom County, Washington. Our brokers combine local market knowledge, professional guidance and personal service to help clients make informed real estate decisions.
Real Estate Is Local.
So Are We.
Sterling Real Estate Group is a Bellingham-based real estate brokerage built around something simple: local knowledge matters.
Whatcom County is not one market. Buying a home in Bellingham can be very different from purchasing acreage outside Lynden, waterfront property in Birch Bay, new construction in Ferndale or a home farther east toward the foothills.
Our brokers live and work in the communities we serve. We help clients understand not only the property in front of them, but the local market, neighborhoods and practical considerations that can influence a real estate decision.
Whether you're buying your first home, preparing to sell, relocating to Whatcom County or looking for your next property, our goal is to provide clear information, responsive service and experienced local guidance from the beginning of the process through closing.
Local Knowledge.
Personal Guidance.
Real estate decisions are personal. Our approach combines local market knowledge, professional brokerage support and one-on-one guidance from brokers who know Whatcom County.
Local Market
Knowledge
From Bellingham neighborhoods to the smaller communities throughout Whatcom County, local conditions can vary considerably. We help clients understand the market surrounding the property, not just the listing itself.
Professional
Brokerage Support
Our brokers operate with the support of a local brokerage focused on professional standards, transaction oversight and helping clients move through the real estate process with clear information.
Guidance Built
Around You
No two buyers, sellers or properties are exactly alike. We take the time to understand what matters to you and provide guidance based on your goals, timeline and individual real estate needs.
More Than a
Transaction
Our relationship with clients does not have to end at closing. We want Sterling to remain a trusted local real estate resource whenever questions, opportunities or another move come along.
Local Leadership. Built on Experience.
Sterling Real Estate Group is led by experienced real estate professionals with deep roots in the communities we serve. Our leadership supports our brokers while keeping the focus where it belongs — on our clients and their real estate goals.
Phil Dyer
Phil Dyer is the owner of Sterling Real Estate Group, an independent real estate brokerage with roots in Ferndale dating back to 1997. His leadership has helped shape a brokerage built around local relationships, professional service and long-term commitment to the communities of Whatcom County.
Jacqueline Kubitz
Jacqueline Kubitz serves as Designated Broker for Sterling Real Estate Group, providing brokerage leadership, transaction oversight and support for Sterling's brokers. Her focus is on maintaining strong professional standards while continuing to build a modern, locally focused real estate brokerage.
Meet the local real estate professionals helping buyers, sellers and property owners throughout Whatcom County.
MEET OUR BROKERS →Local Knowledge Across Whatcom County.
From Bellingham neighborhoods and Ferndale farmland to Birch Bay waterfront and communities near the Canadian border, Sterling brokers help clients navigate real estate throughout Whatcom County.
Bellingham
Neighborhoods, waterfront, urban living and homes throughout Bellingham.
EXPLORE BELLINGHAM →Ferndale
Sterling's roots since 1997, with homes, acreage and growing neighborhoods.
EXPLORE FERNDALE →Lynden
Established neighborhoods, newer homes and acreage in North Whatcom County.
EXPLORE LYNDEN →Birch Bay
Coastal homes, waterfront properties and communities surrounding Birch Bay.
EXPLORE BIRCH BAY →Blaine
Homes near the waterfront, Semiahmoo and the Canadian border.
EXPLORE BLAINE →All Communities
Explore communities, neighborhoods and real estate markets throughout Whatcom County.
VIEW ALL COMMUNITIES →Real Estate Guidance For What Comes Next.
Whether you're buying your first home, preparing to sell, searching for waterfront or acreage, or trying to understand what your property may be worth, Sterling brokers provide local guidance throughout the process.
Buying a Home
From property searches and showings to offers, inspections and closing, work with a local broker throughout your home purchase.
BUYER RESOURCES →Selling a Home
Prepare, price and market your property with guidance informed by the local market and your individual selling goals.
SELLER RESOURCES →Property Valuation
Request a personalized Comparative Market Analysis prepared using your property details and relevant local real estate market data.
REQUEST A CMA →Waterfront Homes
Explore waterfront real estate throughout Whatcom County while considering the property features and location factors unique to waterfront ownership.
EXPLORE WATERFRONT →Homes With Acreage
Search homes with land while considering wells, septic systems, access, easements, outbuildings and other rural property features.
EXPLORE ACREAGE →New Construction
Explore newly built homes and new construction opportunities in Bellingham, Ferndale, Lynden, Blaine and communities throughout Whatcom County.
EXPLORE NEW HOMES →Know the Market. Before You Make a Move.
Real estate decisions are easier when you understand what's happening in the market around you.
Sterling tracks local housing market activity throughout Whatcom County, including home prices, closed sales, days on market and other trends that can help buyers and sellers better understand current conditions.
Our local market reports are built to make that information easier to use — whether you're considering selling a home, deciding when to buy or simply keeping an eye on your community's real estate market.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Learn more about Sterling Real Estate Group, the areas we serve and how our local brokers help buyers and sellers throughout Whatcom County.
Sterling Real Estate Group is a local real estate brokerage with roots in Ferndale, Washington dating back to 1997. Our brokers serve clients throughout Bellingham, Ferndale and communities across Whatcom County.
Sterling serves buyers, sellers and property owners throughout Whatcom County, including Bellingham, Ferndale, Lynden, Blaine, Birch Bay and surrounding communities. You can explore our Whatcom County communities to learn more about individual areas.
For county services, planning information and other local resources, visit the official Whatcom County website .
Sterling Real Estate Group has roots in Ferndale dating back to 1997. Since then, the brokerage has represented clients across more than 1,900 real estate transactions.
Sterling Real Estate Group currently has 12 brokers. Our brokerage combines local market knowledge with professional brokerage support while allowing clients to work directly with a real estate professional who understands their individual goals.
Washington real estate brokers are licensed through the Washington State Department of Licensing .
Yes. Sterling brokers work with both buyers and sellers. Buyers can receive help with property searches, showings, offers and the purchase process, while sellers can receive guidance on pricing, preparation, marketing and the sale of their property.
Visit our Buyer Resources or Seller Resources to learn more.
Yes. Sterling brokers work with a variety of property types throughout Whatcom County, including waterfront homes, homes with acreage, condos and townhomes, land and lots, and new construction.
You can request a personalized Comparative Market Analysis from Sterling. A local broker can review your property along with relevant comparable sales and current market conditions to help you understand its potential market position.
Sterling also follows local housing activity and market statistics available through Northwest Multiple Listing Service real estate statistics .
You can browse Sterling's brokers and choose the professional you would like to work with, or contact the brokerage and tell us what you need help with. We can connect you with a broker based on your property, location and real estate needs.
Local Knowledge. People You Can Talk To.
Whether you're buying, selling or simply trying to understand your options, connect with a Sterling broker who knows the Whatcom County real estate market and is ready to help.