Set in one of Bellingham’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this South Hill home offers a rare combination of historic character, space, views and location. Inside, timeless details include large curved doorways, original leaded glass windows, beautiful original molding and oak floors that showcase the home’s classic character. The main floor features an inviting, oversized living room filled with natural light, a beautiful dining room surrounded by windows, a functional kitchen and a convenient half bath. Upstairs, you’ll find three generous bedrooms, each with views, along with a full bathroom. Situated on a generous 11,000+ sq ft lot, the property enjoys beautiful bay views and is just a stone’s throw from Fairhaven and a hop, skip and a jump to Lowell Elementary. A detached two-car garage provides plenty of room for vehicles, storage or hobbies, while additional off-street parking offers space for an RV or other recreational vehicles. With its exceptional lot, charming architectural details, coveted South Hill location and bay views, this is a special opportunity to own a home in one of Bellingham’s most desirable neighborhoods.
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Listed by: COMPASS • Galen Hirss
$1,200,000
721 15th Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
3beds
3,319sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1932
0.26 Acres Lot
$1,149,700 Zestimate®
$362/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Functional kitchenBeautiful bay viewsDetached two-car garageOriginal leaded glass windowsBeautiful original moldingOak floorsHistoric character
- 5 days |
- 1,819 |
- 106 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: Aug 18
Listed by:
Galen Hirss,
COMPASS,
Rom Hirss,
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2568116
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s)
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Lower Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,319
- Total interior livable area: 3,319 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City, Islands, Mountain(s), Ocean, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3702012353730000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition,Flat
Condition
- Year built: 1932
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Bellingham
- Water: Public, Company: City of Bellingham
- Utilities for property: Xfinity/Comcast, Xfinity/Comcast
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Hill
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $362/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,277,053
- Annual tax amount: $9,591
- Offers reviewed: 08/18/2026
- Date on market: 8/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Estimated market value
$1,149,700
$1.09M - $1.21M
$3,695/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+269.2%$362/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2568116 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2000 | Sold | $325,000$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,449 +1.6% | $1,277,053 -3.5% |
| 2023 | $10,289 +7.8% | $1,322,711 +17.5% |
| 2022 | $9,543 +12.6% | $1,125,718 +24% |
| 2021 | $8,474 +5.3% | $907,861 +14% |
| 2020 | $8,051 | $796,363 +5.4% |
| 2019 | $8,051 +1.8% | $755,921 +21.9% |
| 2018 | $7,911 +22.2% | $620,196 +12.7% |
| 2017 | $6,473 -3.3% | $550,509 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $6,693 +24.6% | $506,837 +5.5% |
| 2015 | $5,373 | $480,634 +5% |
| 2014 | $5,373 +1.6% | $457,738 +4.8% |
| 2013 | $5,289 | $436,721 +2.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $425,320 -0.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $426,146 -2.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $436,380 -5.8% |
| 2009 | $4,178 +4.5% | $463,415 |
| 2008 | $3,998 | $463,415 +14.1% |
| 2007 | $3,998 -13.6% | $406,220 |
| 2005 | $4,629 +900% | $406,220 |
| 2004 | $463 -84.9% | $406,220 +60.7% |
| 2003 | $3,060 +2.8% | $252,805 |
| 2002 | $2,976 -0.4% | $252,805 |
| 2001 | $2,986 | $252,805 |
| 2000 | -- | $252,805 +14.9% |
| 1999 | -- | $220,040 |
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Neighborhood: South Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Fairhaven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Sehome High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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