2400 38th Street, Bellingham, WA 98229
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Real Estate Center
Listed by: julia mullenix
Office: peace arch real estate
MLS#:2506259
Source:NWMLS
2400 38th Street,Bellingham, WA 98229
$817,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Sold
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Price summary
- Price:$817,000
About this home
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....
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Home facts
- Year built:1937
- Listing ID #:2506259
- Updated:May 24, 2026 at 06:40 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Hardwood, Laminate
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Bedroom Description:Main Level Bedrooms : 2, Upper Level Bedrooms : 2
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Unfinished
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Forced Air
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Composition, Torch Down
- Year built:1937
- Lot Features:Corner, Paved
- Construction Materials:Wood Exterior Finish
- Exterior Features:Fenced-Partially
- Foundation Description:Unfinished
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:Sehome High
- Middle school:Fairhaven Mid
- Elementary school:Happy Vly Elem
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$817,000
- Tax amount:$7,381 (2026)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Skylight(s), Water Heater
Parking
- Total parking spaces:4
- Parking description:Attached Carport, RV Parking
- Carport spaces:2
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