2400 38th Street, Bellingham, Washington 98229

WA, Bellingham
$775,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Bath
  • 2,104 Sqft
  • Residential Property Type
  • 1937 Year Built
  • Pending Status
Property Description

Step back in time and discover the potential of this 1937 home, ideally located within walking distance to Lake Padden, scenic trails, and the historic Fairhaven district. Set on nearly half an acre, this unique property offers a rare opportunity to create your dream home while enjoying the character and beauty of a bygone era. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, the home showcases timeless details including hardwood floors throughout and a layout full of warmth and possibility. Large windows invite in natural light, and select vantage points offer a partial view of Bellingham Bay—an added bonus to an already special setting. Outside, the property feels like your own private mini farm in the heart of the city. With a garden shed, a possible chicken coop, and a heated outbuilding ideal for a studio, yoga room, or creative workspace, the possibilities are endless for those seeking a more self-sufficient or hobby-focused lifestyle. While this home is truly a diamond in the rough and ready for some updates, its solid bones, expansive lot, and unbeatable location make it a standout investment. The basement offers additional potential, with the option to create a separate rental or Airbnb for added income. Bring your vision and restore this hidden gem to its full glory—properties like this, with land, character, and location, are a rare find in Bellingham.

Source: NWMLS
Basic Details
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Listing Type: For Sale
  • Listing ID: 2506259
  • Price: $775,000
  • View: Partial
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Square Footage: 2,104 Sqft
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Lot Area: 0.46 Acre
  • Status: Pending
  • Office Name: Peace Arch Real Estate
  • Agent Name: Julia Mullenix
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Roof: Composition, Torch Down
Features
  • Heating System Forced Air
  • Cooling System None
  • Basement Unfinished
  • Fireplace Wood Burning
  • Parking Attached Carport, RV Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Exterior Features Wood
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring Hardwood, Laminate
  • Interior Features Fireplace, Skylight(s), Dining Room, Water Heater, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window
  • Sewer Sewer Connected
Appliances
  • Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Washer
Address Map
  • Country US
  • State WA
  • County Whatcom
  • City Bellingham
  • Zipcode 98229
  • Street: 38th
  • Street Number: 2400
  • Street Suffix: Street
  • Longitude: W123° 31' 55.6''
  • Latitude: N48° 42' 34.6''
  • Directions: From I 5 southbound take exit 250 to Old Fairhaven Parkway. Take a left onto Old Fairhaven Parkway and follow the road to 38th Street. Home is on the corner of 38th on the right hand side.
  • Mls Area Major: 860 - Bellingham
Neighborhood
  • Elementary School: Happy Vly Elem
  • High School: Sehome High
  • High School District: Bellingham
  • Middle School: Fairhaven Mid
Additional Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 20,038
  • Water Source: Public
  • On Market Date: 2026-04-11
  • Lot Features: Paved, Corner Lot
  • Levels: Two
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Construction Materials: Wood
Financial
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7381
Listing Information
  • List Agent Mls Id: 93779
  • List Office Mls Id: 5712
  • Listing Term: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
  • Mls Status: Pending
  • Modification Timestamp: 2026-04-23T15:35:12Z
  • Originating System Name: NWMLS
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Status Change Timestamp: 2026-04-23T15:34:15Z
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