Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/28/2026
Listed
$550,000
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MLS
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Property Description
This delightful 2-bedroom Craftsman sits on a generous, level lot in the heart of the Columbia neighborhood. A welcoming covered front porch invites you into a home rich with vintage charm, featuring classic built-ins, storm windows, and a relaxing soaker tub. The bright and cozy interior offers comfortable living spaces and a sweet breakfast nook, perfect for everyday living. Outside, enjoy a large, flat, partially fenced backyard with endless possibilities, complete with a back deck that gets great morning sun to enjoy a cup of coffee, and a detached storage building. A long driveway provides ample off-street parking. Many updates have been done for you that include new roof 3 years ago, new hot water heater, new freestanding heater, new electrical panel, new chimney, some new windows, plus additional work inside. A partial unfinished basement, with a separate entrance, adds valuable flexibility for storage, hobbies, or future expansion. Ideally located within walking distance of local breweries, shops, dining, parks, trails, and green space. Whether you're seeking a cozy primary residence, investment opportunity, or a first-time home with room for sweat equity, this charming home in a prime location is not to be missed.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1305 W Illinois St
General
- Price: $550,000
- Taxes: $4,105 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2514095
- Updated: 5/21/2026
- Added to Site: 29 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main: 2
Additional Information
- Amenities: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings
- Security/Safety: Partially Fenced
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- Area: 860 - Bellingham
- County: Whatcom
- Subdivision: Columbia
- Driving Directions: From Meridian head west on Illinois, home is on South side of street just west of Elm St. You can park in the driveway or on the street.
School Information
- High School District: Bellingham
- Elementary School: Parkview Elem
- Middle School: Whatcom Mid
- High School: Bellingham High
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Stove/Free Standing, Wall Furnace
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: See Remarks
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 964
- Finished Total: 964 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1921
- Property Condition: Good
Lot Features
- Property View: City, Territorial
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,227
- Lot Size Source: Realist
- Topography: Level
- Lot Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
- Trees/Vegetation: Garden Space
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,105
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 380224496262
Buyer's Brokerage Compensation: 2.5%
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Schools
Schools serving 1305 W Illinois St
School District:Bellingham School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Parkview Elementary School 3030 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225 | PK-5 | 0.5 mi |
Whatcom Middle School 810 Halleck Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Bellingham High School 2020 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 1305 W Illinois St
Tax History
Tax History for 1305 W Illinois St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,928
212%
$494,108
221%
2024
$1,259
5%
$153,980
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2024
$1,197
267%
$153,980
—
2021
$326
-23%
$153,980
—
2023
$423
30%
$153,980
-51%
2021
$326
-4%
$311,622
9%
2020
$338
-11%
$286,547
29%
2018
$381
-6%
$221,460
11%
2017
$404
1%
$199,523
10%
2016
$401
—
$181,811
5%
2016
$401
12%
$172,496
-33%
2019
$359
-49%
$257,223
55%
2013
$703
—
$165,568
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1305 W Illinois Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 (MLS# 2514095) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1305 W Illinois Street is currently listed for $550,000 and was received on April 28, 2026. This property is listed by Dan Sygitowicz from our Bellingham Office.Want to learn more about 1305 W Illinois Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bellingham? You can browse all Bellingham real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.