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Single family home for sale at 521 W Illinois St, Bellingham, WA 98225 | MLS# NWM2585557 | Listing updated on 2026-10-01
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Listed by: Hannah Marie Jones (206) 676-2793 | John L. Scott Bellingham (360) 671-9640

$610,000

Monthly Est:$3,036

  • Beds Icon2 Beds
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    1 Bath
  • Beds Icon1,147sqft

521 W Illinois St, Bellingham, WA 98225

$3,036/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1927

  • $-- HOA

  • 4,792 sqft lot

  • $532/sq.ft

Description

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.

  • Houzeo last checked: 10 hours ago
  • Listing updated: October 1, 2026 at 9:37 pm
  • Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service | MLS#: NWM2585557 Northwest Multiple Listing Service

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Whatcom County

  • City

    Bellingham

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1927

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    1,147 sqft

  • Lot Size

    4,792 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Northwest Multiple Listing Service

  • MLS Number

    NWM2585557

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    1

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 2

    Bathroom: 1

  • Den/Office

    Level: Main

  • Entry Hall

    Level: Main

  • Kitchen Without Eating Space

    Level: Main

  • Primary Bedroom

    Level: Main

  • Utility Room

    Level: Main

  • Bathroom Full

    Level: Main

  • Bedroom

    Level: Main

Interior

  • Flooring

    Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

  • Appliances

    Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/range(s), Washer

  • Exterior Features

    Cement Planked

  • Sewer

    Sewer Connected

  • Interior Features

    Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/storm Window, Fireplace, French Doors

  • Heating

    Forced Air

  • Cooling

    None

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1927

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Roof

    Composition

  • Foundation Details

    Block

  • Construction Materials

    Cement Plank

Utilities & Energy

  • Parking Features

    Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street

  • Security Features

    Fully Fenced

  • Basement

    None

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Fireplace Features

    Gas

Other Features

  • Lot Features

    Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk

  • Subdivision Name

    Cornwall Park

  • Vegetation

    Garden Space

Price History

DateEventPrice

10/01/2026

Source: mls_logoNorthwest Multiple Listing Service #NWM2585557

Listed for Sale

$610,000 +144.00%

$532/sqft

06/17/2013

Source: mls_logoNorthwest Multiple Listing Service #NWM468605

Price Increased

$250,000 +33.69%

$218/sqft

05/29/2009

Source: mls_logoNorthwest Multiple Listing Service #NWM29052325

Sold

$187,000

$163/sqft

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