Sold734d on marketHistoric · 122 yrs
1509 17th Street
Bellingham, WA, 98225 • Happy Valley • Whatcom County
$650,000
$541/sqft
3Beds
1Baths
1,202Sqft
0.07 acLot
1904Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Bay · Partial · Territorial
Craftsman Style
Built 1904 · 122 years of history
South Hill
Happy Valley
Outdoor Living
Fir/Softwood · Ceiling Fan(s) · Fireplace
1 Fireplace
Gas · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
Softwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
6 views
People checking out this listing
734 days on market
Established listing
$541/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1904 · Historic
Early 1900’s home perfectly situated on the cusp of South Hill and Happy Valley! Original character abounds in this well maintained gem, including fir floors, picture windows, tall ceilings, intricate crown molding, built in features, trim & loads of charm. The spacious living room with a gas stove is cozy and welcoming and the functional kitchen is light and bright. Two bedrooms on the main floor, bathroom with clawfoot tub, laundry and utility room with sink and a space that has potential for so much more. Magnificent bay views from the second story bedroom. Let your imagination wander for future renovations. Super private with mature landscaping, fruit trees, greenhouse and garden shed. Easy walk to Fairhaven, parks & trails.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights fruit trees, clawfoot tub, and utility room as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$4,023/month
Principal & Interest$3,156
Property Tax$650
Insurance$217
Down payment20% ($130,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.12% rate · 30yr fixed · $520,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1904
HeatingFireplace, Stove/Free Standing, Electric, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
ParkingOff Street
Lot3,049 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleCraftsman
ConditionGood
Year built1904
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Stove/Free Standing, Electric, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerPublic, Company: City of Bellingham / Sewer Connected, Company: City of Bellingham
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOff Street
BasementNone
Fireplaces1
Lot3,049 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodHappy Valley
Annual tax$1,989
Parcel3702013390160000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
Dryer
Refrigerator_
StoveRange_
Washer
Refrigerator
StoveRange
Flooring
Softwood
Heating
Fireplace
Stove/Free Standing
Electric
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Gas
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Exterior Features
Parking
Off Street
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Fir/Softwood
Ceiling Fan(s)
Fireplace
Lot Features
Secluded
Fenced-Partially
Gas Available
Outbuildings
Views
Bay
Partial
Territorial
Room details
8 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
MainBedroom
SecondBedroom
MainBathroom Full
MainEntry Hall
MainKitchen With Eating Space
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market734
Est. value$679,800
Est. rent$2,531/mo
Tax rate0.70%
Price/sqft$541
On marketJun 5, 2023
PostedMay 4, 2023
Last sold$650,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedApr 3, 2024
Tour days6
Views6
How are the schools in Bellingham?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Bellingham, WA, 98225
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 3, 2024Sold$650,000$541NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 2, 2024Pending Sale$699,000$582NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 10, 2023Price Change$699,000$582NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
May 4, 2023Listed For Sale$729,500$607NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$650,000
Apr 3, 2024•$541/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$699,000
Mar 2, 2024•$582/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$699,000
Nov 10, 2023•$582/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$729,500
May 4, 2023•$607/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2024$4,357$532,168
Apr 8, 2023$4,291$551,194
Apr 8, 2022$3,980$469,104
Apr 8, 2021$3,531$378,320
Apr 8, 2020$3,355$331,857
Apr 8, 2019$3,355$315,004
Apr 8, 2018$3,297$251,198
Apr 8, 2017$2,622$222,972
Apr 8, 2016$2,711$205,270
Apr 8, 2015$2,176$194,648
Apr 8, 2014$2,176$185,376
Apr 8, 2013$2,142$177,022
Apr 8, 2012—$161,580
Apr 8, 2011—$161,838
Apr 8, 2010—$166,012
Apr 8, 2009$1,599$177,385
Apr 8, 2008$1,460$177,385
Apr 8, 2007$1,460$148,340
Apr 8, 2005$1,690$148,340
Apr 8, 2004$1,690$148,340
Apr 8, 2003$981$81,075
Apr 8, 2002$954$81,075
Apr 8, 2001$958$81,075
Apr 8, 2000—$81,075
Apr 8, 1999—$58,580
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Local context around this listing
Bellingham, WA • Whatcom County
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Nearby zip codes
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