671 Chuckanut Dr N

Bellingham, WA 98229

$985,000
Price
4
Beds
2,096 Sq. Ft.
$470 / Sq. Ft.
2,096
Sq. Ft.
$470
per Sq. Ft.
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Pending Inspection
Pending Inspection
Listing provided courtesy of RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Source: Northwest MLS

Description

Tucked among towering evergreens in the rolling hills of South Bellingham, this beautifully updated and historically significant Chuckanut Drive home offers a rare blend of privacy, character, and opportunity. Backing directly to the city’s beloved Hundred Acre Wood park, with miles of scenic trails just beyond your property line, this serene retreat feels worlds away while remaining minutes from Fairhaven. Originally designed in 1938 by Chicago stage actress Carolyn Pearse Muscutt, the home was...Tucked among towering evergreens in the rolling hills of South Bellingham, this beautifully updated and historically significant Chuckanut Drive home offers a rare blend of privacy, character, and opportunity. Backing directly to the city’s beloved Hundred Acre Wood park, with miles of scenic trails just beyond your property line, this serene retreat feels worlds away while remaining minutes from Fairhaven. Originally designed in 1938 by Chicago stage actress Carolyn Pearse Muscutt, the home was thoughtfully crafted with distinctive charm and personality that still shine today. Warm wood floors, abundant natural light, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace create an inviting atmosphere, while the main-level primary suite opens directly to an expansive deck overlooking lush gardens and peaceful natural surroundings. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms and added bath space provide flexibility for guests, multi-generational living, or home office needs. Recent updates include a brand-new roof, updated kitchen and baths, efficient heat pump, expanded deck, and modernized systems, all carefully integrated to preserve the home’s unique legacy. Additional features: Carport, partially finished basement Possible 2nd home/ADU. Rich in local history, lovingly maintained across four generations, and positioned in one of Bellingham’s most iconic natural settings, this exceptional property offers the chance to own not just a home, but a true Chuckanut legacy. Large .72 Acre Parcel
  1. Listed by Keith Cook • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
    P: 3050-360-647-1313 Keith@BuyerMax.com
  2. Listed by David Harmon • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
    P: (360)-647-1313 david@buyermax.com

Property Details for 671 Chuckanut Drive North

Community Name
South
School District
Bellingham
Number of Assigned Spaces
2
Total Covered Parking
2
Entry Date
05-07-2026
Energy Source
Electric
Sewer
Sewer Connected
LISTING UPDATED: 05/18/2026 01:28 PM

Property Details for 671 Chuckanut Drive North

StatusPending Inspection
MLS #2516330
Days on Market10
Cumulative Days on Market10
Taxes$6,247 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1938
Lot Size0.72 AC / 31,363 SF
CountyWhatcom County
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Building Information for 671 Chuckanut Drive North

Stories-Year Built1938Building Size-Lot Size0.72 AC / 31,363 SF

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Property Information for 671 Chuckanut Drive North

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, High Speed Internet
  • Area: 860 - Bellingham
  • Elementary School: Happy Vly Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Fairhaven Mid
  • High School: Sehome High
  • Directions: I-5 to Old Fairhaven Parkway, Left on 12th St - becomes Chuckanut Dr N. / Home on Left side of University St
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2026
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: Yes
  • Parking Type: Carport-Detached, Off Street
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport, Off Street
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 0
  • Full Baths Upper: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Bedrooms Upper: 3
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: Basement
  • Room and Floor: Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Extra Fin Room-Lower, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, Utility Room-Lower, Bathroom Full-Second, Bathroom Three Quarter-Main, Bedroom-Second
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Room List: Dining Room, Entry Hall, Extra Fin Room, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Three Quarter, Bedroom
  • Number Of Showers: 2
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Company: City of Bellingham
  • Power Production Type: Electric
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: Two
  • Lot Topography: Sloped
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Tax Records
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 39
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Source: Tax Records
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 3702124400790000
  • Calculated Square Footage: 2096
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 2096
  • Vegetation: Garden Space, Wooded
  • Building Area Total: 2096.0
  • 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 671 Chuckanut Drive North

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 17, 2026

Pending

NWMLS #2516330

—
May 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2516330

$985,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/17/2026

Pending

NWMLS #2516330

—
05/07/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2516330

$985,000

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

Public Records for 671 Chuckanut Drive North

Taxable ValueLand$402,000Additions$345,093Total$747,093
Tax Record2025$6,110 ($509 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,909 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,586 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt323 SqFtUnfinished Basement Area510 SqFtStories2Lot Size31,280 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1938ZoningRS20.0CountyWHATCOMAPN370212 440079 0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 671 Chuckanut Drive North

This home is within Bellingham Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Fairhaven Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Sehome High School
Public - 9 to 12
Bellingham Family Partnership Program
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Happy Valley Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Fairhaven Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sehome High School
Public9 to 12

Bellingham Family Partnership Program
PublicK to 12

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