521 W Illinois Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 (MLS # 2585557)

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Listing provided courtesy of Northwest MLS; John L. Scott Bellingham

PRICE $610,000
BEDS 2
BATHS 1
HOME SIZE 1,147 sqft
LOT SIZE 4,792 sqft
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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.

LAST UPDATED 10/1/2026 TRACT Cornwall Park
YEAR BUILT 1927 COMMUNITY Cornwall Park
COUNTY Whatcom STATUS Active
PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

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ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Ceiling Fan(s), None
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
AREA 860 - Bellingham
BASEMENT None
CONSTRUCTION Cement Siding
EXTERIOR Garden
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Yes
HEAT Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
INTERIOR Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, French Doors
LOT 4792 sq ft
LOT DESCRIPTION Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
LOT DIMENSIONS 40x125
MLS STATUS Active
PARKING Driveway, Off Street, Detached
STORIES 1
STYLE 10 - 1 Story
SUBDIVISION Cornwall Park
TAXES 4518
UTILITIES Sewer Connected
VIEW Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION Territorial
WATER Public

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