Sold934d on marketHistoric · 100 yrs
235 S Forest Street
Bellingham, WA, 98225 • South Hill • Whatcom County
$860,000
$876/sqft
2Beds
1Baths
982Sqft
0.1 acLot
1926Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Bay · City · Ocean · Sea · Sound
Craftsman Style
Built 1926 · 100 years of history
South Hill
South Hill
Outdoor Living
Hardwood · Laminate · Dining Room · Skylight(s) · Fireplace · Water Heater
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
1-Car Garage
Detached Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 934 days ago · 8 views · Top 5% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
8 views
People checking out this listing
934 days on market
Established listing
$876/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 5% 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 1926 · Historic
Classic bungalow perched on a quiet street in the highly coveted South Hill neighborhood! Enjoy captivating panoramic Bellingham Bay views & amazing sunsets on the front deck overlooking the lushly landscaped gardens. This delightful 1926 craftsman home exudes all of the charm & character you would expect & features original hardwood flooring throughout most of the home. Relax on the back deck overlooking the private and peaceful fully fenced backyard. Detached garage off the alley offers lots of additional storage and has a brand new roof. A truly exceptional find with easy access to historic Fairhaven, Boulevard Waterfront Park, Taylor Dock, & downtown Bellingham. Don't miss the opportunity to view this wonderful home!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights brand new roof, boulevard waterfront park, and amazing sunsets as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$5,352/month
Principal & Interest$4,205
Property Tax$860
Insurance$287
Down payment20% ($172,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $688,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1926
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Insert, Electric, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
Parking1 Garage space
Lot4,356 sqft
Offer Review Date2023-08-30
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleCraftsman
ConditionVery Good
Year built1926
Stories1
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Insert, Electric, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerPublic, Company: City of Bellingham / Sewer Connected, Company: City of Bellingham
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDetached Garage
Garage1 spaces
BasementNone
Fireplaces1
Lot4,356 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSouth Hill
Annual tax$6,267
Parcel3802363480690000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher_
Dryer
Microwave_
Refrigerator_
StoveRange_
Washer
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
StoveRange
Water Heater: Gas
Flooring
Hardwood
Laminate
Vinyl
Heating
Fireplace
Forced Air
Insert
Electric
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Skylight(s)
Exterior Features
Parking
Detached Garage
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Hardwood
Laminate
Dining Room
Skylight(s)
Fireplace
Water Heater
Lot Features
Curbs
Paved
Sidewalk
Cable TV
Deck
Fenced-Fully
Gas Available
High Speed Internet
Views
Bay
City
Ocean
Sea
Sound
Room details
8 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
MainBedroom
MainBathroom Full
MainDining Room
MainEntry Hall
MainKitchen With Eating Space
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market934
Est. value$882,900
Est. rent$2,480/mo
Tax rate0.70%
Price/sqft$876
On marketSep 10, 2023
PostedAug 25, 2023
Last sold$860,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedSep 15, 2023
Tour days6
Views8
How are the schools in Bellingham?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Bellingham, WA, 98225
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Sep 15, 2023Sold$860,000$876NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 31, 2023Pending Sale$785,000$799NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 25, 2023Listed For Sale$785,000$799NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$860,000
Sep 15, 2023•$876/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$785,000
Aug 31, 2023•$799/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$785,000
Aug 25, 2023•$799/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$6,881$840,715
Apr 7, 2023$6,775$870,772
Apr 7, 2022$6,267$741,087
Apr 7, 2021$5,551$597,667
Apr 7, 2020$5,160$524,265
Apr 7, 2019$5,160$497,641
Apr 7, 2018$5,067$373,308
Apr 7, 2017$3,791$331,361
Apr 7, 2016$3,936$305,027
Apr 7, 2015$3,158$289,227
Apr 7, 2014$3,158$275,451
Apr 7, 2013$3,108$263,334
Apr 7, 2012—$276,106
Apr 7, 2011——
Apr 7, 2010——
Apr 7, 2009$624$160,435
Apr 7, 2008$419$160,435
Apr 7, 2007$419$211,865
Apr 7, 2005—$160,435
Apr 7, 2004$821$160,435
Apr 7, 2003$531$160,435
Apr 7, 2002$1,888$160,435
Apr 7, 2001$1,895$160,435
Apr 7, 2000—$160,435
Apr 7, 1999—$127,935
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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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