Perched on an oversized lot with jaw-dropping views of Bellingham Bay, San Juan Islands & the mountains, this 1907 Craftsman presents a rare opportunity in one of Bellingham’s most coveted locations. Owned by the same family since the 1940s, the property’s true value lies in the land—an ideal canvas to reimagine or rebuild your custom dream home. The existing foundation offers a potential head start for your vision & the generous lot may support an ADU(s) (buyer to verify). Whether you're looking to restore historic charm or create something entirely new, this location delivers unmatched views & tranquility—just a short walk or bike ride to Fairhaven, trails & all the amenities of South Bellingham. Home is being sold AS IS.
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Listed by: John L. Scott Bellingham
$1,150,000
917 13th Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
2beds
2,538sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$1,068,000 Zestimate®
$453/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Unmatched views and tranquilityOversized lotGenerous lot
- 169 days |
- 1,463 |
- 27 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kate Fadden,
John L. Scott Bellingham
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2448887
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Fireplace, Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,538
- Total interior livable area: 2,538 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Ocean, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 6,969.6 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Gas Available, Outbuildings
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3702011642590000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Bellingham
- Water: Public, Company: City of Bellingham
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Hill
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $453/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $926,641
- Annual tax amount: $7,584
- Date on market: 12/31/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 470 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Rehab Loan
- Inclusions: Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$1,068,000
$1.01M - $1.12M
$2,133/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | Price change | $1,150,000-11.5%$453/sqft |
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| 9/4/2025 | Price change | $1,299,000-8.8%$512/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #2429305 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,425,000$561/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #2402147 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,584 +1309.5% | $926,641 -3.5% |
| 2023 | $538 -7.8% | $959,771 +17.5% |
| 2022 | $584 -13.1% | $816,831 +24% |
| 2021 | $672 | $658,752 +14% |
| 2020 | -- | $577,848 +5.4% |
| 2019 | $764 -3.8% | $548,503 +17.8% |
| 2018 | $794 -5.6% | $465,485 +12.7% |
| 2017 | $840 | $413,181 +8.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $380,336 +5.5% |
| 2015 | $931 | $360,630 +5% |
| 2014 | $931 -76.5% | $343,452 +4.6% |
| 2013 | $3,968 | $328,444 +13% |
| 2012 | -- | $290,718 -0.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $291,085 -2.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $299,100 -7% |
| 2009 | $2,898 -2.9% | $321,515 |
| 2008 | $2,984 | $321,515 +6.1% |
| 2007 | $2,984 -13.6% | $303,125 |
| 2005 | $3,454 | $303,125 |
| 2004 | $3,454 +67.1% | $303,125 +77.5% |
| 2003 | $2,067 +430.3% | $170,755 |
| 2002 | $390 -0.7% | $170,755 +38.4% |
| 2001 | $392 | $123,365 |
| 2000 | -- | $123,365 |
| 1999 | -- | $123,365 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$6,343/mo
Principal & interest
$5672
Property taxes
$671
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: South Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 9/10Fairhaven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Sehome High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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- Washington
- Whatcom County
- Bellingham
- 98225
- South Hill
- 917 13th Street







