240 S Forest St

Bellingham, WA 98225

$1,395,000
Price
4
Beds
5,678 Sq. Ft.
$246 / Sq. Ft.
5,678
Sq. Ft.
$246
per Sq. Ft.
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Source: Northwest MLS

Description

Spectacular Bellingham Bay views anchor this 1908 American Foursquare, now offered at a compelling price for South Hill. Perched above the water with sweeping vistas from Fairhaven to the San Juan Islands and the Canadian Coastal Range, this legacy home offers an exceptional setting just minutes to Fairhaven Village, parks, and trails. Classic architectural details—including leaded glass windows, box beam ceilings, and original millwork—reflect the home’s historic character, while key updates provide...Spectacular Bellingham Bay views anchor this 1908 American Foursquare, now offered at a compelling price for South Hill. Perched above the water with sweeping vistas from Fairhaven to the San Juan Islands and the Canadian Coastal Range, this legacy home offers an exceptional setting just minutes to Fairhaven Village, parks, and trails. Classic architectural details—including leaded glass windows, box beam ceilings, and original millwork—reflect the home’s historic character, while key updates provide a solid foundation for comfortable living. A newer roof (2021), updated mechanicals, and prior kitchen and bath remodels allow for immediate enjoyment, with the opportunity to make additional updates over time. The main level offers warm, functional spaces including a chef’s kitchen, bright breakfast nook with view deck plumbed for BBQ, open dining area, living room, sunken sitting room with new carpet, and a light-filled library/office. Upstairs are three bedrooms, two updated baths, and a charming sun porch. The daylight lower level with private entrance and nearby ¾ bath provides flexibility for guests or extended living, while the top floor adds a fourth bedroom, half bath, and additional flex space. Includes 1,087 SF of basement space for storage or utility. A rare opportunity in South Hill to secure a view home with character, space, and value.
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Property Details for 240 South Forest Street

Community Name
South Hill
School District
Bellingham
View
Bay, Islands, Sound
Number of Assigned Spaces
1
Total Covered Parking
1
Entry Date
03-17-2026
Energy Source
Natural Gas
Sewer
Sewer Connected

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Property Details for 240 South Forest Street

StatusActive
MLS #2485470
Days on Market64
Cumulative Days on Market64
Taxes$13,847 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1908
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF
CountyWhatcom County
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Building Information for 240 South Forest Street

Stories-Year Built1908Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF

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Property Information for 240 South Forest Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 26 - 3 Story w/Bsmt
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings
  • Area: 860 - Bellingham
  • Block: 103
  • Elementary School: Lowell Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Fairhaven Mid
  • High School: Sehome High
  • Directions: From Lakeway Drive (Exit 253) Head West. Left on N Garden Street, Right onto Bryant Street, Left on S Forest Street, Home is on the right.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Direction Faces: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Garage-Detached, Off Street
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage, Off Street
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Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 0
  • Full Baths Upper: 2
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 1
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 0
  • Bedrooms Upper: 4
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Basement: Finished, Partially Finished, Unfinished
  • Features: Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Pantry, Water Heater, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator
  • Water Heater Location: Basement
  • Room and Floor: Den/Office-Main, Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Extra Fin Room-Third, Family Room-Main, Great Room-Third, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Second, Studio-Lower, Utility Room-Lower, Bathroom Full-Second, Bathroom Three Quarter-Lower, Bedroom-Third, Bedroom-Second, Bathroom Half-Third
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Fireplace Insert, Radiator
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Natural Gas
  • Room List: Den/Office, Dining Room, Entry Hall, Extra Fin Room, Family Room, Great Room, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Studio, Utility Room, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Three Quarter, Bedroom, Bathroom Half
  • Number Of Showers: 3
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood Products
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Trash Compactor,Washer(s)
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Company: City of Bellingham
  • Power Production Type: Natural Gas
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Lot Topography: Level,Sloped
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Appraisal
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 40
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Alley, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 54'x120'x54'x120'
  • Lot Size Source: Realist
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 3802363330770000
  • Building Condition: Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 5678
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 4591
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 1087
  • Building Area Total: 5678.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 240 South Forest Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 24, 2026

Price Change

NWMLS #2485470

$1,395,000—
Apr 7, 2026

Price Change

NWMLS #2485470

$1,525,000—
Mar 17, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2485470

$1,575,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/24/2026

Price Change

NWMLS #2485470

$1,395,000
04/07/2026

Price Change

NWMLS #2485470

$1,525,000
03/17/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2485470

$1,575,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 240 South Forest Street

Taxable ValueLand$674,250Additions$973,415Total$1,647,665
Tax Record2025$13,476 ($1,123 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,926 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt3,124 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,802 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,482 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1908ZoningRS7.2CountyWHATCOMAPN380236 333077 0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 240 South Forest Street

This home is within Bellingham Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lowell Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Fairhaven Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Sehome High School
Public - 9 to 12
Visions (Seamar Youth Center)
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lowell Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Fairhaven Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sehome High School
Public9 to 12

Visions (Seamar Youth Center)
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 240 South Forest Street, Bellingham, WA 98225

240 South Forest Street is a single family home for sale in Bellingham, WA 98225. This property was listed for sale on March 17, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Bain, it's currently listed at $1,395,000. This listing's school district is Bellingham Public Schools. Nearby schools include Lowell Elementary School, Fairhaven Middle School and Sehome High School. 240 South Forest Street is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 5,678 sqft single family home built in 1908.

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