Sold123d on marketHistoric · 109 yrs
3905 Idaho Street
Bellingham, WA, 98229 • Geneva • Whatcom County
$1,265,000
$321/sqft
7Beds
5Baths
3,946Sqft
2.1 acLot
1917Built
Property DNA
Territorial Views
Territorial
Character Home
Built 1917 · 109 years of history
Whatcom Falls
Geneva
Outdoor Living
Dining Room · Fireplace
1 Fireplace
Gas · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
Special Features
ADU Beds: 1 · ADU Baths: 1
2-Car Garage
Driveway · Detached Garage · Off Street · RV Parking
Softwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 123 days ago · 27 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
27 views
People checking out this listing
123 days on market
Established listing
$321/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 1% 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 1917 · Historic
Timeless charm + modern income potential. 1st time on the market in over 90 yrs, this 1917 brick & stone home sits on 2 acres along the Silver Beach ridge. Surrounded by lush gardens, mature perennials & outdoor fireplace, this property radiates character inside & out. Original wood flrs & millwork, spacious living/dining areas perfect for all your gatherings. The generous kitchen & 5BD/2BA provide flexible space for guests or creative pursuits. Enjoy $3,500/mo rental income from 2 ADUs (1 detached, 1 in bsmnt) or use for multigenerational living. City says west end may be subdividable (1–4 parcels) or keep the existing orchard & enjoy the full estate. A rare chance to own a piece of local history w/charm, income & development potential.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights generous kitchen, mature perennials, and original wood flrs as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$7,877/month
Principal & Interest$6,190
Property Tax$1,265
Insurance$422
Down payment20% ($253,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.19% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,012,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1917
HeatingFireplace, Hot Water Recirc Pump, Radiator, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot2.09 Acres
Offer Review Date2025-11-04
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
ConditionAverage
Year built1917
Stories2
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Hot Water Recirc Pump, Radiator, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionBrick, Stone, Wood Siding
Water / SewerPublic, Company: City of Bellingham / Septic Tank, Company: Septic
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
Garage2 spaces
BasementDaylight,Partially Finished
Fireplaces1
Lot2.09 Acres
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodGeneva
ZoningUR3
Annual tax$9,863
Parcel3803270182470000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths4
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher(s)
Dryer(s)
Microwave(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)
Flooring
Bamboo/Cork
Softwood
Vinyl
Heating
Fireplace
Hot Water Recirc Pump
Radiator
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Gas
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
Detached Garage
Off Street
RV Parking
Construction
Brick
Stone
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Dining Room
Fireplace
Lot Features
Dead End Street
Paved
Value In Land
Cable TV
Fenced-Fully
Gated Entry
High Speed Internet
Outbuildings
Patio
RV Parking
Views
Territorial
Utilities
Xfinity
Xfinity
Other Structures
ADU Beds: 1
ADU Baths: 1
Room details
14 rooms detailed
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
MainBedroom
MainBathroom Full
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market123
Est. value$1,278,700
Est. rent$6,142/mo
Tax rate0.70%
Price/sqft$321
On marketDec 28, 2025
PostedOct 29, 2025
Last sold$1,265,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedJan 5, 2026
Tour days6
Views27
How are the schools in Bellingham?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Bellingham, WA, 98229
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Dec 5, 2025Sold$1,265,000$321NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 6, 2025Pending Sale$1,120,000$284NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 29, 2025Listed For Sale$1,120,000$284NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 23, 2020Listing Removed$1,250—Zillow Rental Manager
Dec 21, 2020Listed For Rent$1,250—Zillow Rental Manager
Sold$1,265,000
Dec 5, 2025•$321/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,120,000
Nov 6, 2025•$284/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,120,000
Oct 29, 2025•$284/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$1,250
Dec 23, 20200•Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent$1,250
Dec 21, 20200•Zillow Rental Manager
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2024$9,863$1,203,070
Apr 8, 2023$9,616$1,233,636
Apr 8, 2022$7,578$893,920
Apr 8, 2021$7,239$777,321
Apr 8, 2020$6,502$658,747
Apr 8, 2019$6,502$652,518
Apr 8, 2018$6,663$605,439
Apr 8, 2017$6,168$531,524
Apr 8, 2016$6,332$503,277
Apr 8, 2015$5,364$489,624
Apr 8, 2014$5,364$470,792
Apr 8, 2013$5,331$466,500
Apr 8, 2012—$466,500
Apr 8, 2011—$466,500
Apr 8, 2010—$479,665
Apr 8, 2009$4,695$498,850
Apr 8, 2008$3,664$498,850
Apr 8, 2007$3,664$352,655
Apr 8, 2005$4,450$352,655
Apr 8, 2004$4,450$352,655
Apr 8, 2003$3,673$272,025
Apr 8, 2002$3,601$272,025
Apr 8, 2001$3,593$272,025
Apr 8, 2000—$272,025
Apr 8, 1999—$214,050
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Bellingham, WA • Whatcom County
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