Perched on an oversized lot with jaw-dropping views of Bellingham Bay, San Juan Islands & the mountains, this 1907 Craftsman presents a rare opportunity in one of Bellingham’s most coveted locations. Owned by the same family since the 1940s, the property’s true value lies in the land—an ideal canvas to reimagine or rebuild your custom dream home. The existing foundation offers a potential head start for your vision & the generous lot may support an ADU(s) (buyer to verify). Whether you're looking to restore historic charm or create something entirely new, this location delivers unmatched views & tranquility—just a short walk or bike ride to Fairhaven, trails & all the amenities of South Bellingham. Home is being sold AS IS.
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Listed by: John L. Scott Bellingham • Kate Fadden
Bought with: COMPASS
$985,000
917 13th Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
2beds
2,538sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$986,300 Zestimate®
$388/sqft
$2,132 Estimated rent
Home value
$986,300
$898,000 - $1.08M
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Unmatched views and tranquilityOversized lotGenerous lot
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Listed by:
Kate Fadden,
John L. Scott Bellingham
Bought with:
Ken R Harrison, 50418
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2448887
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,538
- Total interior livable area: 2,538 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Ocean, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Gas Available, Outbuildings
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3702011642590000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Bellingham
- Water: Public, Company: City of Bellingham
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Hill
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $388/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $926,641
- Annual tax amount: $7,584
- Date on market: 3/17/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 492 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,Rehab Loan
- Inclusions: Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Sold | $985,000-14.3%$388/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2448887 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$453/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2448887 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000$453/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2448887 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,584 +1309.5% | $926,641 -3.5% |
| 2023 | $538 -7.8% | $959,771 +17.5% |
| 2022 | $584 -13.1% | $816,831 +24% |
| 2021 | $672 | $658,752 +14% |
| 2020 | -- | $577,848 +5.4% |
| 2019 | $764 -3.8% | $548,503 +17.8% |
| 2018 | $794 -5.6% | $465,485 +12.7% |
| 2017 | $840 | $413,181 +8.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $380,336 +5.5% |
| 2015 | $931 | $360,630 +5% |
| 2014 | $931 -76.5% | $343,452 +4.6% |
| 2013 | $3,968 | $328,444 +13% |
| 2012 | -- | $290,718 -0.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $291,085 -2.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $299,100 -7% |
| 2009 | $2,898 -2.9% | $321,515 |
| 2008 | $2,984 | $321,515 +6.1% |
| 2007 | $2,984 -13.6% | $303,125 |
| 2005 | $3,454 | $303,125 |
| 2004 | $3,454 +67.1% | $303,125 +77.5% |
| 2003 | $2,067 +430.3% | $170,755 |
| 2002 | $390 -0.7% | $170,755 +38.4% |
| 2001 | $392 | $123,365 |
| 2000 | -- | $123,365 |
| 1999 | -- | $123,365 |
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Neighborhood: South Hill
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