521 W Illinois Street, Bellingham, WA 98225

Local realty services provided by:Tucker Realty ERA Powered
Listed by: hannah marie jones
Office: john l. scott bellingham
MLS#:2585557
Source:NWMLS
521 W Illinois Street,Bellingham, WA 98225
$610,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 1,147 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active

Price summary

  • Price:$610,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$531.82

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...

Contact an agent

contact an agent

Yes, I would like more information. Please use and/or share my information with an ERA®  affiliated agent to contact me about my real estate needs. By clicking Send message, I request to be contacted by phone or text message and consent to being contacted by automated means. I understand that my consent to receive calls or texts is not a condition of purchasing any property, goods, or services. Alternatively, I understand that I can access real estate services by email or I can contact the agent myself.

If an ERA®  affiliated agent is not available in the area where I need assistance, I agree to be contacted by a real estate agent affiliated with another brand owned or licensed by Anywhere Real Estate (BHGRE® , CENTURY 21® , Coldwell Banker® , Corcoran® , Sotheby's International Realty® ).
 I acknowledge that I have read and agree to theTerms of useandPrivacy notice

Home facts

  • Year built:1927
  • Subdivision & Development:Cornwall Park
  • Listing ID #:2585557
  • Updated:October 05, 2026 at 12:32 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:$610,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$531.82
  • 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
MLS LogoListings courtesy of Northwest MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of October 5, 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Listing information is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use, solely to identify prospective properties for potential purchase; all other use is strictly prohibited and may violate relevant federal and state law. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 MLS GRID. All Rights Reserved.