Last Sold Price
5 beds3,160 sqft$296/sqft
817 Racine St, Bellingham, WA 98229

Description

Positioned in one of Bellingham’s most coveted neighborhoods, this mid-century home captures sweeping westerly views of Bellingham Bay and the city skyline. Set on a well-maintained, partially fenced 9,148 sq ft lot, this one-owner home offers a rare opportunity to reimagine a classic in an exceptional location. Expansive windows in the living and dining areas showcase the views, while a gas fireplace creates a warm, inviting focal point. The main level features 1,540 sq ft with three bedrooms, a...Positioned in one of Bellingham’s most coveted neighborhoods, this mid-century home captures sweeping westerly views of Bellingham Bay and the city skyline. Set on a well-maintained, partially fenced 9,148 sq ft lot, this one-owner home offers a rare opportunity to reimagine a classic in an exceptional location. Expansive windows in the living and dining areas showcase the views, while a gas fireplace creates a warm, inviting focal point. The main level features 1,540 sq ft with three bedrooms, a full bath, a half bath off the primary, and a dedicated office. A deck off the kitchen provides an ideal setting for outdoor dining overlooking the bay. The partially finished daylight basement (1,062 sq ft) includes two additional bedrooms, a half bath & laundry room, a spacious family room with a wood-burning fireplace and separate entry—perfect for a workshop or hobby space. Additional features include a flat driveway to the garage, secondary lower-level access, and ample parking for RV or boat. Located near the Samish Crest Trail in the desirable Puget neighborhood, this property offers location, space, and outstanding potential.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/07/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Carissa Conour • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
    P: (360) 647-1313 carissaconour@nwhomes.net

Property Details for 817 Racine Street

Status
MLS #
2499661
Days on Market
3
Cumulative Days on Market
3
Taxes
$6,456 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1968
Lot Size
0.21 AC / 9,148 SF
Community Name
Puget
School District
Bellingham
View
Bay, City, Mountains
Number of Assigned Spaces
4
Total Covered Parking
2
Offers Review Date
04-06-2026
Entry Date
04-03-2026
Energy Source
Electric,Natural Gas,Wood
Sewer
Sewer Connected

Location

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Building Information for 817 Racine Street

Stories-Year Built1968Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,148 SF

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Property Information for 817 Racine Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Patio, RV Parking
  • Area: 860 - Bellingham
  • Block: 1
  • Elementary School: Carl Cozier Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Kulshan Mid
  • High School: Sehome High
  • Community Features: Trail(s)
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Lakeway to Puget St south, follow up to the left onto Consolidation Ave then left on Racine St.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2026
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway Parking, Garage-Attached, Off Street, RV Parking
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
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Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 1
  • Half Baths Main: 1
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 2
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Vinyl, Carpet
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Features: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: Lower Level
  • Room and Floor: Den/Office-Main, Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Family Room-Lower, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, Utility Room-Lower, Bathroom Full-Main, Bathroom Half-Lower, Bathroom Half-Main, Bedroom-Main, Bedroom-Lower
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Room List: Den/Office, Dining Room, Entry Hall, Family Room, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Half, Bedroom
  • Number Of Showers: 1
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Partially Fenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Company: City of Bellingham
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas, Wood
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: One
  • Lot Topography: Level,Partial Slope
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Assessor
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1968
  • Photos Count: 40
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Number: 10
  • Lot Size Source: Public
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 3803322571730000
  • Building Condition: Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 3160
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 2624
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 536
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 3160.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Multi Family
Building Details
  • Total Uncovered Parking: 2
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 817 Racine Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 7, 2026

Sold

NWMLS #2499661

$935,000
May 1, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1938161843

$935,000
May 1, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1938681205

$935,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/07/2026

Sold

NWMLS #2499661

$935,000
05/01/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1938161843

$935,000
05/01/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1938681205

$935,000

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Public Records for 817 Racine Street

Taxable ValueLand$316,250Additions$461,722Total$777,972
Tax Record2025$6,363 ($530 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,603 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,540 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,063 SqFtUnfinished Basement Area1,540 SqFtStories1Lot Size8,973 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1968ZoningRS10.0CountyWHATCOMAPN380332 257173 0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 817 Racine Street

This home is within Bellingham Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 2 to 9
Rating
School
Distance
Carl Cozier Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Kulshan Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sehome High School
Public9 to 12

Whatcom Discovery
Public2 to 9

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 817 Racine Street, Bellingham, WA 98229
$935,000
5
3,160
9,148
4
2,028
8,973
$415,000
4
2,620
9,000
3
2
1,160
9,148
3
2
1,213
9,148
4
1,668
7,841

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