Perched on a quiet South Hill lane, this timeless Mid-Century Modern home captures sweeping west-facing views of Bellingham Bay, the marina, city skyline, San Juan Islands, and Canadian coastal mountains beyond. Built in 1961, the spacious rambler with daylight basement was thoughtfully designed to maximize natural light, privacy, and the ever-changing waterfront scenery from nearly every room. Large picture windows frame stunning sunsets while preserving a peaceful sense of separation from neighboring homes. The generous front deck and porch create ideal spaces for relaxing or entertaining while taking in the panoramic bay views. Inside, the home offers classic Mid-Century character with incredible potential to restore, reimagine, or create your dream South Hill retreat. The oversized lot features mature landscaping, colorful seasonal blooms, and a tucked-away setting rarely found this close to town. A detached one-car garage with additional storage below, plus extra off-street parking, provides excellent functionality. The property also extends toward S State Street, offering intriguing future possibilities for buyers to explore. Rarely does a property combine this level of view, privacy, location, and opportunity in one of Bellingham’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Conveniently located minutes from Fairhaven, Boulevard Park, downtown Bellingham, waterfront access, and trails leading to all of the aforementioned!
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Listed by: NextHome Northwest Living • Sean Ryan
$950,000
224 Forest Lane, Bellingham, WA 98225
3beds
2,482sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$932,500 Zestimate®
$383/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic mid-century character
- 33 days |
- 1,703 |
- 71 |
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Sean Ryan,
NextHome Northwest Living
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2533704
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas, Wood
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Utility room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Daylight,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,482
- Total interior livable area: 2,482 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City, Mountain(s)
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 167 x 50 x 176
- Features: Paved, Deck, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio
- Topography: Sloped,Terraces
Details
- Parcel number: 3802363271000000
- Zoning: RM
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Torch Down
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Belllingham
- Water: Public, Company: City of Belllingham
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bellingham
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $383/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,174,748
- Annual tax amount: $9,711
- Date on market: 6/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 23 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$932,500
$886,000 - $979,000
$3,623/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $950,000$383/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2533704 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2026 | Pending sale | $950,000$383/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2533704 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $950,000$383/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2533704 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,613 +1.6% | $1,174,748 -3.5% |
| 2023 | $9,465 +8.1% | $1,216,748 +17.5% |
| 2022 | $8,755 +12.9% | $1,035,536 +24% |
| 2021 | $7,757 +7.6% | $835,132 +14% |
| 2020 | $7,210 | $732,566 +5.4% |
| 2019 | $7,210 +1.8% | $695,364 +18.5% |
| 2018 | $7,080 +18.8% | $587,031 +12.7% |
| 2017 | $5,962 -3.7% | $521,070 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $6,189 +24.6% | $479,712 +5.5% |
| 2015 | $4,966 | $454,898 +5% |
| 2014 | $4,966 +1.6% | $433,228 +4.8% |
| 2013 | $4,888 | $413,577 -4.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $432,381 -0.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $433,239 -2.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $443,545 -5.8% |
| 2009 | $4,243 +2.8% | $470,650 |
| 2008 | $4,129 | $470,650 +12.2% |
| 2007 | $4,129 -13.6% | $419,470 |
| 2005 | $4,780 | $419,470 |
| 2004 | $4,780 +57.9% | $419,470 +67.7% |
| 2003 | $3,028 +2.8% | $250,170 |
| 2002 | $2,945 -0.4% | $250,170 |
| 2001 | $2,955 | $250,170 |
| 2000 | -- | $250,170 +23.5% |
| 1999 | -- | $202,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: South Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Fairhaven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Sehome High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 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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- Washington
- Whatcom County
- Bellingham
- 98225
- South Hill
- 224 Forest Lane
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