Sold181d on marketHistoric · 116 yrs
2500 California Street
Bellingham, WA, 98229 • South • Whatcom County
$1,015,000
$275/sqft
4Beds
3Baths
3,690Sqft
2.1 acLot
1910Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Bay · Ocean · Partial · Territorial
Character Home
Built 1910 · 116 years of history
Chuckanut
South
Outdoor Living
Double Pane/Storm Window · Fireplace · French Doors · Skylight(s) · Walk-In Closet(s) · Water Heater · Wired for Generator
1 Fireplace
Gas · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
Ceramic Tile & Softwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 181 days ago · 17 views
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
181 days on market
Established listing
$275/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
ModerateThis home ranks in the top 34% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1910 · Historic
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity on Bellingham’s sought-after south side! Tucked on 2.1 acres with RARE & DIRECT Chuckanut Trail access, this historic homestead radiates charm w/ 100+ year old hand hewn cedar logs & original dovetail joints yet lives modern w/ a newer metal roof, newer windows, 4-burner Jenn Air gas range & brand-new washer/dryer. Remodeled in 1970's & 80's incld lifting the home onto a solid concrete foundation & more. Upstairs, the primary + 2 BDS share a stunning spa-like bath w/ soaking tub & heated floors. Sunny grounds w/ peek-a-boo bay views invite you outside, while ductless A/C keeps you cool inside. Only minutes to Fairhaven, yet private, peaceful & truly irreplaceable. Properties like this rarely come available!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights peek-a-boo bay views, heated floors, and soaking tub as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$6,317/month
Principal & Interest$4,963
Property Tax$1,015
Insurance$338
Down payment20% ($203,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $812,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1910
HeatingFireplace, Baseboard, Ductless, Stove/Free Standing, Electric, Propane
CoolingDuctless, None
ParkingDriveway
Lot2.10 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1910
Stories2
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Baseboard, Ductless, Stove/Free Standing, Electric, Propane
CoolingDuctless, None
RoofMetal
ConstructionLog
Water / SewerCommunity, Public, Company: City of Bellingham / Septic Tank, Company: Septic
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway
BasementDaylight,Finished
Fireplaces1
Lot2.10 Acres
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSouth
ZoningRR5A
Annual tax$10,225
Parcel3703180603930000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Dishwasher(s)
Dryer(s)
Microwave(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)
Water Heater: Electric
Water Heater Location: Basement
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Softwood
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Baseboard
Ductless
Stove/Free Standing
Electric
Propane
Cooling
Ductless
None
Fireplace
Gas
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Double Pane/Storm Window
Skylight(s)
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
Construction
Log
Patio & Porch
Double Pane/Storm Window
Fireplace
French Doors
Skylight(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Water Heater
Wired for Generator
Lot Features
Dead End Street
Paved
Secluded
Cable TV
Deck
High Speed Internet
Patio
Propane
Views
Bay
Ocean
Partial
Territorial
Utilities
Xfinity
Xfinity
Other Equipment
Wired for Generator
Room details
12 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
LowerBathroom Full
Bathroom Full
LowerListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market181
Est. value$1,013,700
Est. rent$4,809/mo
Tax rate0.70%
Price/sqft$275
On marketNov 3, 2025
PostedAug 26, 2025
Last sold$1,015,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedNov 7, 2025
Tour days6
Views17
How are the schools in Bellingham?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Bellingham, WA, 98229
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 7, 2025Sold$1,015,000$275NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 31, 2025Pending Sale$999,900$271NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 26, 2025Listed For Sale$999,900$271NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 21, 2000Sold$350,000$95NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$1,015,000
Oct 7, 2025•$275/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$999,900
Aug 31, 2025•$271/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$999,900
Aug 26, 2025•$271/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$350,000
Aug 21, 2000•$95/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$7,676$934,873
Apr 7, 2023$7,299$934,873
Apr 7, 2022$5,764$677,430
Apr 7, 2021$5,518$589,069
Apr 7, 2020$5,066$499,211
Apr 7, 2019$5,066$499,211
Apr 7, 2018$5,243$421,994
Apr 7, 2017$4,423$370,499
Apr 7, 2016$4,523$351,067
Apr 7, 2014$3,839$328,397
Apr 7, 2013$3,814$323,863
Apr 7, 2012—$326,518
Apr 7, 2011—$326,518
Apr 7, 2010—$335,389
Apr 7, 2009$3,169$351,550
Apr 7, 2008$2,703$351,550
Apr 7, 2007$2,703$274,595
Apr 7, 2005$3,129$274,595
Apr 7, 2004$3,129$274,595
Apr 7, 2003$3,147$259,990
Apr 7, 2002$3,060$259,990
Apr 7, 2001$3,071$259,990
Apr 7, 1999—$162,360
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Bellingham, WA • Whatcom County
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Nearby zip codes
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