521 W Illinois St

Bellingham, WA 98225
  • $610,000

    Price
  • 2

    Bed
  • 1

    Bath
  • 1,147

    SqFt
  • 0.11

    Acre

Open House Times

  • Sun. Oct. 18 at 1:00pm to 3:00pm

About the Listing 9867 - 131670

Vintage charm meets thoughtful updates in this inviting 1926 home in Bellingham’s Cornwall Park neighborhood. Offering 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and 1,147 sq ft, the home features solid mahogany kitchen cabinetry, beautiful butcher block counters, hardwood kitchen flooring and stainless-steel appliances. Fresh living room paint and new recessed lighting brighten the living spaces, while an updated bathroom with a clawfoot tub adds timeless appeal. French doors open to the back deck and yard, perfect for outdoor dining or relaxing. The insulated, finished detached garage is wired for 220V, with two additional off-alley parking spaces. The home also comes with a thoughtfully designed detached ADU plan set, fully permissible within Bellingham, offering an exciting opportunity to expand the property’s potential. Practical improvements include a new electrical panel, a sewer line replaced in 2019 and new washer and dryer. A freshly stained front door welcomes you home, with nearby parks and Bellingham amenities close at hand.

Listing Highlights for 521 W Illinois St

Status Active
Days on Site 13
Property Type Residential
MLS ® 2585557
Year Built 1927
Total Square Footage 1,147
Lot/Acreage 0.11
County Whatcom
Neighborhood Cornwall Park
School District Bellingham

Interior Details

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1 Full
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
  • Air Cond:
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Fireplaces: 1, Gas,1 Fireplace
  • Floor: Ceramic Tile,Hardwood
  • Basement:
  • Other: Ceiling Fan(s),Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Fireplace,French Doors,Master on Main
  • Water: City of Bellingham

Exterior Details

  • Lot Description: Alley,Curbs,Paved,Sidewalk,Built On Lot,Deck,Fenced-Fully,High Speed Internet,Patio
  • Garage Capacity: N/A
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Lot Dimensions: 40x125
  • Roof: Composition
  • Others: Cement Planked
  • Sewer: City of Bellingham
  • Parking Features: Driveway,Detached Garage,Off Street,Covered

Financial Details

  • Tax Amount: $4,518
  • Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
  • Tax/Property ID: 3803191432640000
  • Tax Year: 2025

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