Charming 1930s Craftsman in Geneva! This beautifully updated cottage is full of character, blending timeless charm with modern upgrades—sunlit living spaces, cozy nooks, original hardwoods, and stylish finishes. The spacious kitchen features marble counters and elevated fixtures while maintaining its classic appeal. Sitting on nearly half an acre near Lake Whatcom, scenic trails, and minutes from downtown Bellingham, the large lot offers endless potential—garden, entertain, or create your dream outdoor retreat. A true gem in one of Bellingham’s most desirable neighborhoods. You're going to fall in love with this one!
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Listed by: Windermere Real Estate Co. • Annemarie Willey
Bought with: eXp Realty
$665,000
1228 Lakeview Street, Bellingham, WA 98229
2beds
857sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1932
0.47 Acres Lot
$671,200 Zestimate®
$776/sqft
$2,365 Estimated rent
Home value
$671,200
$611,000 - $738,000
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Stylish finishesSpacious kitchenElevated fixturesCozy nooksLarge lotOriginal hardwoodsSunlit living spaces
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Offers reviewed: Apr 15
Listed by:
Annemarie Willey,
Windermere Real Estate Co.
Bought with:
Cody Stacy, 125657
eXp Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2357497
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 857
- Total interior livable area: 857 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceramic Tile, Concrete
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 0.47 Acres
- Features: Paved, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3803344005150000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Products
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1932
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
- Water: Public, Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Geneva
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $776/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $534,959
- Annual tax amount: $4,937
- Offers reviewed: 04/15/2025
- Date on market: 5/28/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 420 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/28/2025 | Sold | $665,000+3.4%$776/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2357497 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2025 | Pending sale | $643,000$750/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2357497 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $643,000+10.9%$750/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2357497 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2023 | Sold | $580,000+2.7%$677/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2125498 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2023 | Pending sale | $565,000$659/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NWM2125498 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $565,000+74.9%$659/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NWM2125498 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2017 | Sold | $323,000+9.3%$377/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1093790 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2017 | Pending sale | $295,500$345/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Marysville #1093790 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2017 | Listed for sale | $295,500+19.3%$345/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Marysville #1093790 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2008 | Sold | $247,780-0.8%$289/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2008 | Listed for sale | $249,800+8.5%$291/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #28024507 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2007 | Sold | $230,280$269/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,938 +4.1% | $534,959 -2.5% |
| 2023 | $4,744 +4.7% | $548,579 +18% |
| 2022 | $4,530 +13.5% | $464,907 +28% |
| 2021 | $3,990 +6.2% | $363,208 +8% |
| 2020 | $3,757 | $336,304 +33.1% |
| 2019 | $3,757 +30.7% | $252,611 +5.9% |
| 2018 | $2,874 +9% | $238,639 +16.2% |
| 2017 | $2,637 -1% | $205,372 +9.9% |
| 2016 | $2,664 +28.1% | $186,838 +6.9% |
| 2015 | $2,079 | $174,762 +3.1% |
| 2014 | $2,079 +0% | $169,507 -1.1% |
| 2013 | $2,079 | $171,473 +2.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $166,604 |
| 2011 | -- | $166,604 -3.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $172,071 -7.9% |
| 2009 | $1,776 +38.3% | $186,740 |
| 2008 | $1,284 | $186,740 +53.2% |
| 2007 | $1,284 -16.5% | $121,865 |
| 2005 | $1,538 | $121,865 |
| 2004 | $1,538 +22.8% | $121,865 +31.4% |
| 2003 | $1,252 +2% | $92,710 |
| 2002 | $1,227 +0.2% | $92,710 |
| 2001 | $1,225 | $92,710 +3.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $89,710 +22.9% |
| 1999 | -- | $72,975 |
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Neighborhood: Geneva
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