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$610,000 Just Listed

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,147 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 3 days ago

Listed by Hannah Marie Jones | John L. Scott Bellingham | (360) 671-9640

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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.

Full Property Details for 521 W Illinois St

General

  • Price: $610,000
  • Taxes: $4,518 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: NWMLS
  • MLS ID: 2585557
  • Updated: 10/1/2026
  • Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, French Doors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Gas
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms Main: 2

Additional Information

  • Amenities: Deck, Fenced-Fully, High Speed Internet, Patio
  • Security/Safety: Fully Fenced

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 1
  • Uncovered Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street

Location

  • Area: 860 - Bellingham
  • County: Whatcom
  • Subdivision: Cornwall Park
  • Driving Directions: Take exit 255 from I-5 towards Sunset Dr., turn Right onto Sunset, take the second right onto W Illinois. Destination will be on your left.
  • Direction Faces: North

School Information

  • High School District: Bellingham
  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle School: Buyer To Verify
  • High School: Buyer To Verify

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: House
  • Exterior Const.: Cement Planked
  • Basement Desc.: None
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Composition
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Square Feet: 1,147
  • Finished Total: 1,147 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1927

Lot Features

  • Property View: Territorial
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,792
  • Lot Size Source: Realist - Buyer to Verify
  • Lot Dimensions: 40 x 125
  • Topography: Level
  • Lot Features: Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Trees/Vegetation: Garden Space

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $4,518
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: None
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Property ID: 3803191432640000

Listed by Hannah Marie Jones | John L. Scott Bellingham | (360) 671-9640

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Schools serving 521 W Illinois St

School District:Bellingham School District
NameGradesDistance
Parkview Elementary School
3030 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225
PK-50.2 mi
Whatcom Middle School
810 Halleck Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
6-80.6 mi
Bellingham High School
2020 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225
9-120.8 mi
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Price & Sales History for 521 W Illinois St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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10/01/2026
Listed
$610,000
144%
MLS
6/12/2013
Sold
$250,000
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Tax History for 521 W Illinois St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,649
—
$568,379
—
2024
$4,628
31%
$565,834
16%
2021
$3,528
-15%
$487,796
26%
2023
$4,127
17%
$387,140
8%
2021
$3,528
4%
$358,463
7%
2020
$3,405
11%
$334,401
29%
2018
$3,070
1%
$258,442
-14%
2019
$3,048
15%
$300,177
29%
2017
$2,647
14%
$232,888
10%
2016
$2,317
—
$212,189
5%
2016
$2,317
29%
$201,318
5%
2013
$1,793
—
$191,465
—
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Listed by Hannah Marie Jones | John L. Scott Bellingham | (360) 671-9640

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521 W Illinois Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 (MLS# 2585557) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 521 W Illinois Street is currently listed for $610,000 and was received on October 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 521 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.

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