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    • Listed by: Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. • Kevin Geraghty
    Bought with: Madrona Residential RE
    $980,000

    1801 Donovan, Bellingham, WA 98225

    4beds
    3,168sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1907
    8,712 Square Feet Lot
    $976,500 Zestimate®
    $309/sqft
    $3,981 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $976,500

    $918,000 - $1.04M

    $3,981/mo

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    What's special

    Basement finishedParking off the alleyNew furnaceFully-fenced landscaped yardThree baths
    Vintage charm in this original Fairhaven Victorian home, built in 1907 when Fairhaven was it's own City. The home's original woodwork, moldings & wood floors show the true craftsmanship of the era. Three baths, two with claw-foot bathtubs & tile floors. The location is close to Fairhaven to enjoy shops, breweries, restaurants and is in close proximity to several parks, schools and the Fairhaven Waterfront. A fully-fenced landscaped yard, apple & plum fruit trees plus a pond is a private cottage sanctuary. Large garden outbuilding with power & parking off the alley.Modern updates and amenities include:1990s full restoration: brought electrical, plumbing and installation up to date. Fully permitted, completed by Costello Design.2016 remodel: basement finished-fully permitted, new furnace, sump pump and basement drainage system installed, 2018 updates: solar panels installed to accommodate full house electrical and 1 electric vehicle2025/26 updates: Kitchen roof 2025 and family room roof & chimney 2026,2026 inspection: roof inspected by roofing professional and in good condition Basement bike/storage room with separate outside entrance.Enclosed mudroom on the side of the house/backyard entry.Basement has been earthquake retrofitted, which qualifies the home for earthquake insurance3 vehicle parking on 18th Street, plus approx. 60' RV, boat, or vehicle parking in alley and wired for 1 Electric Vehicle

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    Listing updated:

    Offers reviewed: Jul 31
    Listed by:

    Kevin Geraghty,

    Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

    Bought with:

    Miranda Ferris, 22018385

    Madrona Residential RE

    Keith Ferris, 138285

    Madrona Residential RE

    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2559179MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom
    • Level: Lower
    Bedroom
    • Level: Lower
    Bathroom full
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom full
    • Level: Main
    Bathroom three quarter
    • Level: Lower
    Other
    • Level: Main
    Den office
    • Level: Main
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Entry hall
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen with eating space
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Rec room
    • Level: Lower
    Utility room
    • Level: Second
    Heating
    • Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas, Solar (Unspecified), Wood
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s), Water Heater: gas
    Features
    • Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Flooring: Softwood, Carpet
    • Basement: Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,168
    • Total interior livable area: 3,168 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, RV Parking
    • Uncovered spaces: 3
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1
    • Entry location: Main
    • Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Hot Tub/Spa, Water Heater
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Indoor
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Mountain(s), Partial, Territorial
    Lot
    • Size: 8,712 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 85 x 100
    • Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
    • Topography: Level
    • Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
    Details
    • Parcel number: 370201374016
    • Zoning: Residential
    • Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
    • Special conditions: Standard
    • Other equipment: Leased Equipment: none

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Victorian,1 1/2 Stry w/Bsmt
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Poured Concrete
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Good
    • Year built: 1907
    • Major remodel year: 2001

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
    • Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Bellingham City
    • Water: Public, Company: Bellingham City
    • Utilities for property: Xfinity
    Green energy
    • Energy generation: Solar

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Fairhaven
    Location
    • Region: Bellingham

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $309/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $862,236
    • Annual tax amount: $7,160
    • Offers reviewed: 07/31/2026
    • Date on market: 7/23/2026
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Leased Equipment, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/21/2026Sold$980,000+0.5%$309/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2559179 Report a problem
    8/1/2026Pending sale$975,000$308/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2559179 Report a problem
    7/23/2026Listed for sale$975,000+95%$308/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2559179 Report a problem
    8/21/2009Sold$500,000$158/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #29091906 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,160 +3.3%$862,236 +1.8%
    2024$6,934 -5%$847,210 -9.7%
    2023$7,297 +7.8%$937,924 +17.5%
    2022$6,768 +12.6%$798,238 +24%
    2021$6,009 +5.3%$643,758 +14%
    2020$5,709 $564,695 +5.4%
    2019$5,709 +1.8%$536,018 +5.5%
    2018$5,610 +5.8%$508,094 +17.5%
    2017$5,303 +0.9%$432,313 +8.6%
    2016$5,256 +24.5%$398,051 +5.4%
    2015$4,220 $377,493 +5%
    2014$4,220 +1.6%$359,510 +4.9%
    2013$4,154 $342,620 +38.1%
    2012-- $248,077 -0.2%
    2011-- $248,572 -2.3%
    2010-- $254,471 -5.7%
    2009$2,434 +11.9%$269,970
    2008$2,175 $269,970 +22.2%
    2007$2,175 -13.6%$220,980
    2005$2,518 $220,980
    2004$2,518 +53%$220,980 +62.5%
    2003$1,646 +2.8%$135,985
    2002$1,601 -0.4%$135,985
    2001$1,606 $135,985 +7.5%
    2000-- $126,465 +13.9%
    1999-- $111,065
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Happy Valley

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    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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