1510 40th Street, Bellingham, WA 98229

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Listed by: dan pittsenbarger
Office: keller williams western realty
MLS#:2571857
Source:NWMLS
1510 40th Street,Bellingham, WA 98229
$2,299,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,326 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active

Price summary

  • Price:$2,299,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$988.39

About this home

A rare South Bellingham development opportunity! This 4.56-acre property offers exceptional potential for up to 60 residential units under Bellingham’s expanded middle-housing regulations. The elevated upper portion of the property—where the existing home is situated—provides potential views of Puget Sound & the San Juan Islands. The spacious 3-bedroom, 2.75-bath home features an open floor plan, dramatic vaulted ceilings throughout the common areas & bedrooms. Floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the interior with natural light. A mini-split provides efficient heating & cooling, while the freestanding wood stove offers secondary heat and inviting ambience. Additional features include a tankless water heater and flexible possibilities for continued residential use, phased development or a larger housing project. Located on Bellingham’s desirable south side, immediately adjacent to the prestigious Samish Crest Highlands neighborhood and convenient to Lake Padden’s trails, golf...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1964
  • Subdivision & Development:Samish
  • Listing ID #:2571857
  • Updated:August 20, 2026 at 11:53 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Flooring:Concrete Floor
  • Kitchen Description:Microwave
  • Bedroom Description:Main Level Bedrooms : 3
  • Basement:Yes
  • Living area:2,326 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:High Efficiency (Unspecified)
  • Heating:Free Standing Stove Heat, Heat Pump, High Efficiency (Unspecified)

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition
  • Year built:1964
  • Building area:2,326 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:4.56 Acres
  • Lot Features:Value In Land
  • Architectural Style:Contemporary
  • Construction Materials:Wood Exterior Finish
  • Foundation Description:None
  • Levels:1 Story

Schools

  • High school:Sehome High
  • Middle school:Fairhaven Mid
  • Elementary school:Happy Vly Elem

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Septic Tank

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$2,299,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$988.39
  • Tax amount:$9,083 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:Cable TV, High Speed Internet, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:10
  • Parking description:Attached Garage, Driveway, RV Parking
  • Garage:Yes
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