Located in the desirable York neighborhood, this 1895 Victorian home seamlessly blends historic charm with modern updates. Original trim, high ceilings, and a claw foot tub are complemented by new wiring, plumbing, and a heat pump with AC. Main floor features a bedroom, bathroom, updated kitchen w/dining area, formal dining room, and cozy living space. Upstairs you'll find two bedrooms, a spacious bathroom and a bonus room with a stained glass window. The unfinished basement offers ample storage and workshop potential. Backyard is fully fenced, private and features raised garden beds w/fruit trees. Prime location allows for easy walks or bike rides to breweries, co-op, farmers market, Nelson's Market and everything Bellingham has to offer.
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Listed by: COMPASS
Bought with: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
$850,000
1453 Franklin Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
3beds
1,750sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$907,700 Zestimate®
$486/sqft
$3,253 Estimated rent
Home value
$907,700
$862,000 - $962,000
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Fruit treesDesirable york neighborhoodModern updatesWorkshop potentialBonus roomHeat pumpNew wiring
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Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: Mar 26
Listed by:
Galen Hirss,
COMPASS,
Rom Hirss,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Amy Bowhay, 135943
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2212889
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Garage
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Wall Unit(s), Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwashers_, Dryer(s), Refrigerators_, StovesRanges_, Washer(s), Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Features
- Central Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Softwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,750
- Total interior livable area: 1,750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceramic Tile, Fir/Softwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Built-In Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Security System, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Territorial
Lot
- Size: 4,356 sqft
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Patio
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3803304070780000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Bellingham
- Water: Public, Company: City of Bellingham
- Utilities for property: Xfinity/Comcast, Xfinity/Comcast
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Bellingham
- Subdivision: York
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Cumulative days on market: 709 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2024 | Sold | $850,000+6.9%$486/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2212889 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2024 | Pending sale | $795,000$454/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2212889 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $795,000+3%$454/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2212889 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2021 | Sold | $772,000+11.1%$441/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1859939 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2021 | Pending sale | $695,000$397/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1859939 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2021 | Listed for sale | $695,000+47.9%$397/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1859939 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2017 | Listing removed | $469,900$269/sqft |
Source: Rob Merhaut #27037871 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2017 | Listed for sale | $469,900+0.9%$269/sqft |
Source: Rob Merhaut #27037871 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2017 | Sold | $465,900-0.9%$266/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1062266 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2017 | Pending sale | $469,900$269/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. #1062266 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2017 | Listed for sale | $469,900+59.1%$269/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. #1062266 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2012 | Sold | $295,280-1.6%$169/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #376260 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2012 | Pending sale | $299,950$171/sqft |
Source: Owner #376260 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2012 | Price change | $299,950-11.5%$171/sqft |
Source: Owner #376260 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2012 | Listed for sale | $339,000+2.6%$194/sqft |
Source: Owner #376260 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2007 | Sold | $330,280$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,936 +2.6% | $847,414 -2.5% |
| 2023 | $6,761 +6.7% | $868,937 +16% |
| 2022 | $6,335 +14.7% | $749,097 +26% |
| 2021 | $5,522 +1.9% | $594,522 +8% |
| 2020 | $5,418 | $550,483 +14.4% |
| 2019 | $5,418 +10.6% | $481,122 +11.4% |
| 2018 | $4,899 +11.7% | $431,861 +16.1% |
| 2017 | $4,386 -0.7% | $371,820 +10.9% |
| 2016 | $4,416 +32.5% | $335,422 +9.8% |
| 2015 | $3,334 | $305,417 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $3,334 +2% | $289,769 -0.1% |
| 2013 | $3,269 | $290,198 +4.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $277,343 |
| 2011 | -- | $277,343 |
| 2010 | -- | $277,343 0% |
| 2009 | $1,845 -8.4% | $277,345 +35.5% |
| 2008 | $2,015 | $204,665 |
| 2007 | $2,015 +47.8% | $204,665 |
| 2005 | $1,363 | $204,665 +71.1% |
| 2004 | $1,363 -5.9% | $119,625 |
| 2003 | $1,448 +2.8% | $119,625 |
| 2002 | $1,408 -0.4% | $119,625 |
| 2001 | $1,413 | $119,625 +14.4% |
| 2000 | -- | $104,540 |
| 1999 | -- | $104,540 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: York
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 8/10Fairhaven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 9/10Sehome High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lowell Elem
- Middle: Fairhaven Mid
- High: Sehome High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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