An iconic coastal sanctuary fully reimagined from its core. Perched above the bay with 150’ of tidelands, this acre+ retreat offers jaw-dropping views and total privacy that makes you feel like the only house on earth. Stylish open kitchen, expansive deck, fresh layout, fully fenced and professionally landscaped grounds. Downstairs is kitchen-ready—perfect for separate living, guests, or rental potential. RARE detached 2-car shop. Fire pit nights, quiet mornings, and wildlife for days. Minutes to downtown, yet a world away. Find immense comfort here with the full remodel. No deferred maintenance. A/C. True Bellingham hidden gem--now polished and ready for you.
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Listed by: John L. Scott Bellingham • Nathan Butcher
Bought with: Petz Real Estate
$1,300,000
3161 Locust Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225
3beds
3,248sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
1.64 Acres Lot
$1,316,100 Zestimate®
$400/sqft
$3,304 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,316,100
$1.21M - $1.43M
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Stylish open kitchenPerched above the bayJaw-dropping viewsWildlife for daysExpansive deckTotal privacyQuiet mornings
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Listed by:
Nathan Butcher,
John L. Scott Bellingham
Bought with:
Anthony Petz, 27588
Petz Real Estate
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2401213
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Geothermal
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
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: Electric, Water Heater Location: Bathroom - lower level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Electric, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,248
- Total interior livable area: 3,248 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Detached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
- Waterfront features: High Bank, Bayfront, Saltwater
- Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: ~300
Lot
- Size: 1.64 Acres
- Dimensions: ~300' x ~320'
- Features: Dead End Street, Secluded, Deck, Electric Car Charging, Fenced-Fully, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Shop
- Topography: Level,Sloped,Steep Slope
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 3802225284400000
- Zoning: UR3
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1958
- Major remodel year: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Public, Company: City of Bellingham
- Utilities for property: Starlink
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bellingham
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $400/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $946,248
- Annual tax amount: $9,162
- Date on market: 6/11/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 406 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/2026 | Sold | $1,300,000-4.8%$400/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2401213 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2026 | Pending sale | $1,365,000$420/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2401213 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2025 | Price change | $1,365,000-2.4%$420/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2401213 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000+51.2%$431/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2401213 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2023 | Sold | $925,000-7.5%$285/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2064215 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2023 | Pending sale | $1,000,025$308/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NWM2064215 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2023 | Price change | $1,000,025-9.1%$308/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NWM2064215 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+83.6%$339/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NWM2064215 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2010 | Listing removed | $599,000$184/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams / Western Realty #26347 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2010 | Listed for sale | $599,000$184/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams / Western Realty #26347 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2010 | Listing removed | $599,000$184/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Western Realty #26347 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2010 | Price change | $599,000-7.8%$184/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Western Realty #26347 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2010 | Listed for sale | $650,000$200/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Western Realty #26347 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,162 -23.7% | $946,248 -31.5% |
| 2023 | $12,003 +335.6% | $1,381,283 +27% |
| 2022 | $2,755 +1.4% | $1,087,625 +21% |
| 2021 | $2,716 +15.7% | $898,863 +7.7% |
| 2020 | $2,348 | $834,816 +5% |
| 2019 | $2,348 +0.8% | $795,061 +7.5% |
| 2018 | $2,330 +1.6% | $739,463 +8.5% |
| 2017 | $2,292 | $681,641 +17.2% |
| 2016 | -- | $581,562 +4.6% |
| 2015 | $2,192 | $555,987 -4.9% |
| 2014 | $2,192 -4% | $584,579 -0.7% |
| 2013 | $2,283 | $588,565 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $5,530 -6.1% | $577,810 +3.6% |
| 2008 | $5,889 | $557,770 |
| 2007 | $5,889 +69.5% | $557,770 |
| 2005 | $3,474 | $557,770 +108.3% |
| 2004 | $3,474 -5.4% | $267,795 |
| 2003 | $3,674 +1.4% | $267,795 |
| 2002 | $3,622 +0.5% | $267,795 |
| 2001 | $3,604 | $267,795 +25% |
| 2000 | -- | $214,155 |
| 1999 | -- | $214,155 |
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Neighborhood: Marietta-Alderwood
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- 4/10Alderwood Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Shuksan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
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Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Alderwood Elem
- Middle: Shuksan Mid
- High: Squalicum 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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