1305 W Illinois Street, Bellingham, Washington 98225

WA, Bellingham
$550,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 964 Sqft
  • Residential Property Type
  • 1921 Year Built
  • Active Status
Property Description

This delightful 2-bedroom Craftsman sits on a generous, level lot in the heart of the Columbia neighborhood. A welcoming covered front porch invites you into a home rich with vintage charm, featuring classic built-ins, storm windows, and a relaxing soaker tub. The bright and cozy interior offers comfortable living spaces and a sweet breakfast nook, perfect for everyday living. Outside, enjoy a large, flat, partially fenced backyard with endless possibilities, complete with a back deck that gets great morning sun to enjoy a cup of coffee, and a detached storage building. A long driveway provides ample off-street parking. Many updates have been done for you that include new roof 3 years ago, new hot water heater, new freestanding heater, new electrical panel, some new windows, plus additional work inside. A partial unfinished basement, with a separate entrance, adds valuable flexibility for storage, hobbies, or future expansion. Ideally located within walking distance of local breweries, shops, dining, parks, trails, and green space. Whether you’re seeking a cozy primary residence, investment opportunity, or a first-time home with room for sweat equity, this charming home in a prime location is not to be missed.

Source: NWMLS
Basic Details
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Listing Type: For Sale
  • Listing ID: 2514095
  • Price: $550,000
  • View: City,Territorial
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Square Footage: 964 Sqft
  • Year Built: 1921
  • Lot Area: 0.12 Acre
  • Status: Active
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Bain
  • Agent Name: Dan Sygitowicz
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Roof: Composition
Features
  • Heating System Stove/Free Standing, Wall Furnace
  • Cooling System None
  • Basement Unfinished
  • Parking Driveway
  • Exterior Features See Remarks
  • Flooring Carpet, Vinyl, Laminate
  • Interior Features Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Dbl Pane/Storm Window
  • Sewer Sewer Connected
Appliances
  • Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dryer
  • Washer
Address Map
  • Country US
  • State WA
  • County Whatcom
  • City Bellingham
  • Zipcode 98225
  • Street: Illinois
  • Street Number: 1305
  • Street Suffix: Street
  • Longitude: W123° 30' 40.1''
  • Latitude: N48° 46' 4.8''
  • Directions: From Meridian head west on Illinois, home is on South side of street just west of Elm St. You can park in the driveway or on the street.
  • Mls Area Major: 860 - Bellingham
  • Street Dir Prefix: W
Neighborhood
  • Elementary School: Parkview Elem
  • High School: Bellingham High
  • High School District: Bellingham
  • Middle School: Whatcom Mid
Additional Information
  • Water Source: Public
  • On Market Date: 2026-04-28
  • Lot Features: Paved, Curbs, Sidewalk
  • Levels: One
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: See Remarks
Financial
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4105
Listing Information
  • List Agent Mls Id: 12624
  • List Office Mls Id: 9994
  • Listing Term: Cash,Conventional
  • Mls Status: Active
  • Modification Timestamp: 2026-04-29T04:57:11Z
  • Originating System Name: NWMLS
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Status Change Timestamp: 2026-04-29T02:01:45Z
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