Significant Price Reduction on this historic and grand South Hill estate. Timeless craftsmanship meets modern convenience. Original architectural details shine throughout, complemented by an updated kitchen, enhanced heating system, and views of Bellingham Bay. The spacious lower level features a fully equipped ADU with 2nd kitchen, fireplace, and lots of room—ideal for extended living or rental income. With stately charm and generous proportions, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and versatility; a multi-generational haven or an investment opportunity with room to expand. The sprawling double lot provides endless potential for a garage, workshop, or additional dwelling units. A rare find with character, space, and opportunity.
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Listed by: Coldwell Banker Bain
Bought with: Windermere RE Greenwood
$1,208,000
215 N Forest Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
6beds
4,870sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
0.42 Acres Lot
$1,233,000 Zestimate®
$248/sqft
$7,460 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,233,000
$1.13M - $1.34M
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Spacious lower levelUpdated kitchenOriginal architectural detailsViews of bellingham bayEnhanced heating systemSprawling double lotFully equipped adu
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brad Burdick,
Coldwell Banker Bain
Bought with:
Ari Kirschenbaum, 122135
Windermere RE Greenwood
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2439789
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas, Wood
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: Newer, Water Heater Location: Lowest Level
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,870
- Total interior livable area: 4,870 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Second Kitchen, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Walk-In Pantry, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Ocean, Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean,Sound
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
- Dimensions: 152 x 110 x 152 x 116
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Shop
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Additional structures: ADU Beds: 1, ADU Baths: 1
- Parcel number: 3802364111770000
- Zoning: RS7.2
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City
- Water: Public, Company: City
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Bellingham
- Subdivision: South Hill
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Cumulative days on market: 231 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2025 | Sold | $1,208,000-3.4%$248/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2439789 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2025 | Pending sale | $1,250,000$257/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2439789 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2025 | Price change | $1,250,000-5.7%$257/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2439789 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,325,000$272/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2439789 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,115 +1.6% | $1,602,910 -3.5% |
| 2023 | $12,913 +8.1% | $1,660,217 +17.5% |
| 2022 | $11,945 +12.8% | $1,412,959 +24% |
| 2021 | $10,584 +7.6% | $1,139,514 +14% |
| 2020 | $9,838 | $999,565 +5.3% |
| 2019 | $9,838 +1.8% | $948,804 +18% |
| 2018 | $9,661 +18.3% | $804,325 +12.7% |
| 2017 | $8,168 -3.7% | $713,950 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $8,480 +24.6% | $657,421 +5.4% |
| 2015 | $6,807 | $623,504 +5% |
| 2014 | $6,807 +1.6% | $593,798 +5% |
| 2013 | $6,700 | $565,291 +2.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $553,115 -0.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $554,701 -1.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $565,364 -4.2% |
| 2009 | $5,322 +13.1% | $590,305 |
| 2008 | $4,704 | $590,305 +23.5% |
| 2007 | $4,704 -13.6% | $477,945 |
| 2005 | $5,446 +401.1% | $477,945 +38.4% |
| 2004 | $1,087 -53.1% | $345,240 +1.4% |
| 2003 | $2,320 +4.7% | $340,580 |
| 2002 | $2,216 -44.9% | $340,580 |
| 2001 | $4,023 | $340,580 |
| 2000 | -- | $340,580 +19.2% |
| 1999 | -- | $285,835 |
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Neighborhood: South Hill
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- 8/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Fairhaven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 9/10Sehome High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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