Timeless character meets modern comfort just two blocks from Bellingham High School. This beautifully reimagined 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 10-foot ceilings, refinished hardwood floors, and charming details throughout—all thoughtfully updated by one of the area's top designers. This charming home lives large with a bright, open layout, cozy fireplace, and stunning kitchen and baths. Detached Shop, a huge yard, and an unbeatable location round out the package. City of Bellingham used this property as an example of a perfect ADU opportunity!!
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Listed by: John L. Scott Bellingham
Bought with: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
$748,500
503 Irving Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
3beds
1,343sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$769,200 Zestimate®
$557/sqft
$2,899 Estimated rent
Home value
$769,200
$700,000 - $846,000
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Cozy fireplaceStunning kitchenRefinished hardwood floorsHuge yardCharming detailsBright open layout
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Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: Apr 30
Listed by:
Molly McCormack,
John L. Scott Bellingham
Bought with:
Sy Hashimi, 23008579
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Todd E. Peed, 49816
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2357433
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,343
- Total interior livable area: 1,343 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Ceramic Tile, Double Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 5,662 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3803302174510000
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Bellingham
- Water: Public, Company: City of Bellingham
- Utilities for property: Xfinity
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Bellingham
- Subdivision: Lettered Streets
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Cumulative days on market: 286 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2025 | Sold | $748,500+1.8%$557/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2357433 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2025 | Pending sale | $735,000$547/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2357433 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $735,000+134.1%$547/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2357433 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2018 | Listing removed | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2018 | Price change | $1,800-5.3%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,900+5.6%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2017 | Listing removed | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2008 | Sold | $314,000-3.4%$234/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #28155297 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2008 | Listed for sale | $325,000+54.8%$242/sqft |
Source: RealEstateShows.com Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2005 | Sold | $210,000$156/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #25122760 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,847 +2.6% | $592,053 -2.5% |
| 2023 | $4,725 +6.7% | $607,092 +16% |
| 2022 | $4,427 +14.8% | $523,364 +26% |
| 2021 | $3,858 +1.9% | $415,368 +8% |
| 2020 | $3,785 | $384,600 +3.1% |
| 2019 | $3,785 -0.4% | $373,156 +11.4% |
| 2018 | $3,800 +11.7% | $334,961 +16.1% |
| 2017 | $3,402 -0.7% | $288,390 +10.9% |
| 2016 | $3,426 +32.5% | $259,963 +9.8% |
| 2015 | $2,585 | $236,812 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $2,585 +2% | $224,679 +24.5% |
| 2013 | $2,535 | $180,422 +4.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $172,318 |
| 2011 | -- | $172,318 |
| 2010 | -- | $172,318 0% |
| 2009 | $1,277 -8.4% | $172,320 +21.7% |
| 2008 | $1,394 | $141,645 |
| 2007 | $1,394 +29.6% | $141,645 |
| 2005 | $1,076 | $141,645 +50% |
| 2004 | $1,076 -5.9% | $94,420 |
| 2003 | $1,143 +2.8% | $94,420 |
| 2002 | $1,111 -0.4% | $94,420 |
| 2001 | $1,115 | $94,420 +16% |
| 2000 | -- | $81,385 |
| 1999 | -- | $81,385 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lettered Streets
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Parkview Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Whatcom Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Bellingham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Whatcom Mid
- High: Bellingham 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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