Storybook charm meets unbeatable location in this beautifully maintained South Hill home, offering panoramic views of Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands. The home's incredible curb appeal is highlighted by the landscaping and well-kept gardens. Step inside this 3-story home to a light-filled layout that seamlessly connects the living and kitchen space which opens up to the beautiful deck. The primary suite features an Ensuite bath and private balcony with Epic Views. The lower level includes a large storage room and workshop area, maybe convert into an ADU? Stroll to Boulevard Park or nearby Fairhaven for coffee,dining or shopping. This is the perfect opportunity to own a historic home in one of Bellingham’s most coveted neighborhoods.
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Listed by: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. • David Harmon
Bought with: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
$995,000
618 12th Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
2beds
1,015sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
2,178 Square Feet Lot
$999,900 Zestimate®
$980/sqft
$2,729 Estimated rent
Home value
$999,900
$910,000 - $1.10M
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Workshop areaLight-filled layoutLandscaping and well-kept gardensIncredible curb appealLarge storage roomBeautiful deck
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Listed by:
David Harmon,
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.,
Keith Cook,
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Bought with:
Sylvia Vickery, 13657
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2405038
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
Features
- Bath Off Primary
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,015
- Total interior livable area: 1,015 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, French Doors
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 2,178 Square Feet
- Topography: Partial Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 3702011174170000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: COB
- Water: Public, Company: COB
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Hill
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $980/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $864,346
- Annual tax amount: $1,934
- Date on market: 8/31/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 325 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2025 | Sold | $995,000$980/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2405038 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2025 | Pending sale | $995,000$980/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2405038 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $995,000$980/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2405038 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,935 +5.3% | $864,346 -3.5% |
| 2023 | $1,837 -19.8% | $895,248 +17.5% |
| 2022 | $2,290 -13.1% | $761,918 +24% |
| 2021 | $2,637 -51.6% | $614,466 +14% |
| 2020 | $5,449 | $539,001 +5.3% |
| 2019 | $5,449 +1.8% | $511,629 +58.8% |
| 2018 | $5,354 +59.2% | $322,280 +12.7% |
| 2017 | $3,363 -3.3% | $286,068 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $3,478 +185.4% | $263,374 +5.5% |
| 2015 | $1,218 | $249,757 +5% |
| 2014 | $1,218 -27.6% | $237,859 +4.8% |
| 2013 | $1,682 | $226,940 -13% |
| 2012 | -- | $260,856 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $2,552 +120.1% | $283,070 +13.2% |
| 2008 | $1,159 | $249,965 +1% |
| 2007 | $1,159 | $247,585 |
| 2005 | -- | $247,585 |
| 2004 | $2,821 +63% | $247,585 +73.2% |
| 2003 | $1,730 +2.8% | $142,960 |
| 2002 | $1,683 -0.4% | $142,960 |
| 2001 | $1,689 | $142,960 |
| 2000 | -- | $142,960 +26.6% |
| 1999 | -- | $112,950 |
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Neighborhood: South Hill
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- 8/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Fairhaven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Sehome High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Larrabee 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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- Whatcom County
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- 618 12th Street
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