521 W Illinois Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Real Estate Center
Listed by: hannah marie jones
Office: john l. scott bellingham
MLS#:2585557
Source:NWMLS
521 W Illinois Street,Bellingham, WA 98225
$599,000
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1,147 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Upcoming open houses
- Sun, Oct 2501:00 pm - 03:00 pm
Price summary
- Price:$599,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$522.23
About this home
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....
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Home facts
- Year built:1927
- Subdivision & Development:Cornwall Park
- Listing ID #:2585557
- Updated:October 24, 2026 at 11:28 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:1
- Full bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Ceramic Tile Floor, Hardwood
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Bedroom Description:Main Level Bedrooms : 2
- Living area:1,147 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Forced Air
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Composition
- Year built:1927
- Building area:1,147 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.11 Acres
- Lot Features:Alley, Curbed Lot, Paved, Sidewalk
- Construction Materials:Cement Planked
- Exterior Features:Deck, Fenced-Fully, Patio
- Foundation Description:None
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:Buyer To Verify
- Middle school:Buyer To Verify
- Elementary school:Buyer To Verify
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$599,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$522.23
- Tax amount:$4,518 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Ceiling Fan(s), French Doors, High Speed Internet
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street Parking
- Garage:Yes
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