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  • Cottage Creek - Unclaimed

    3539 Northwest Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

    Located in Birchwood, Bellingham zip code 98225
    Apartment building

    Neighborhood: Birchwood

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    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Car-Dependent
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Some Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Bellingham

    Birchwood Elementary School
    Grades PK-5 • 0.6 miles
    3/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    3/10
    Student Progress Rating
    3/10
    Shuksan Middle School
    Grades 6-8 • 0.3 miles
    6/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    5/10
    Student Progress Rating
    7/10
    Bellingham High School
    Grades 9-12 • 2.2 miles
    8/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    8/10
    College Readiness Rating
    8/10

    Birchwood sits in northwestern Bellingham, with a residential setting near the edge of the city and access to the coast and larger green spaces. The maritime climate brings cool, wet winters and mild summers. Nearby Cornwall Park offers wooded trails, open lawns and a playground, while Whatcom Creek and its trails provide more room to walk outdoors. Local shops and casual dining serve everyday needs, with additional coffee, restaurants and arts venues available toward downtown. The neighborhood’s history is tied to Bellingham’s growth as a port and regional center; the Whatcom Museum’s historic Old City Hall offers a nearby glimpse of that past. Walking and biking work for local trips, and Whatcom Transportation Authority buses connect Birchwood with other parts of the city. Birchwood’s median rent is $1,633 per month, with a typical range of $1,225 to $3,950, based on 28 active listings.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is Cottage Creek located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    Cottage Creek is located at 3539 Northwest Ave in Birchwood, Bellingham, WA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Buffalo Wild Wings, The Woods Coffee (Bakerview Square), and Starbucks.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near Cottage Creek?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Cottage Creek include Mt Baker Imaging (0.5 miles away), BioLife Plasma Services (0.6 miles away), and BioLife Plasma Services (1 mile away).

    What schools are assigned to Cottage Creek?

    The schools assigned to Cottage Creek include Birchwood Elementary School, Shuksan Middle School, and Bellingham High School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Cottage Creek?

    Cottage Creek is located near 8 grocery stores, including Netos Market & Bakery (0.5 miles) and Fred Meyer (0.6 miles). Additional shopping options, including Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac of Bellingham, are approximately 0.3 miles away.

    What colleges and universities are near Cottage Creek?

    Cottage Creek is located within 0.9 miles of WCC Criminal Justice Leadership Program, 1 mile of Xxel Pacific-Job Shack, and 1 mile of City University.

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