This listing courtesy of Bethnie Morrison , Coldwell Banker Bain
$1,575,000

240 S Forest Street, Bellingham, WA 98225

  • 4 beds |
  • 4 baths |
  • 4,591 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1908
  • Property Lot Size Icon6,534sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon —— car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $343/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 17 days ago

Property Description

Spectacular Bellingham Bay views set the stage for this iconic 1908 American Foursquare, a true South Hill legacy home perched above the water with sweeping vistas from Fairhaven to the San Juan Islands and the Canadian Coastal Range. Located in one of Bellingham’s most coveted neighborhoods, South Hill is known for its friendly community & walkability to Fairhaven Village, parks, trails, and amenities. Period details—including leaded glass windows, box beam ceilings, and original millwork—highlight the home’s historic character while blending w/ thoughtful updates. Major improvements include a roof replacement in 2021, updated mechanicals, and prior kitchen and bath remodels. The main level features a chef’s kitchen, sun-filled breakfast nook with view deck plumbed for BBQ, open dining area, living room, sunken sitting room with new carpet, and a beautiful library/office retreat with period millwork and natural light. Upstairs are three bedrooms, two updated baths, and a charming sun porch. The daylight lower level with private entrance and nearby ¾ bath offers flexibility for guest quarters or extended living, complete w/ gas fireplace, oak floors, and deck. The top floor adds a fourth bedroom, 1/2 bath, and flex space. In addition, the home includes 1,087 SF of basement space, offering exceptional room for storage, hobbies, and utility. A rare opportunity to own a piece of South Hill’s architectural history—classic, substantial, and irreplaceable in a premier view setting.

Listing Status:
Active
Data Last Updated:
April 3, 2026 at 11:19PM
Listing Office:
Coldwell Banker Bain : 360-734-3420
Listing Agent:
Bethnie Morrison : 360-734-3420
MLS ID:
2485470
  • General: Bath Off PrimaryDining RoomPantryWater HeaterWine/Beverage Refrigerator
  • Appliances: DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorStove(s)/Range(s)Trash CompactorWasher
  • Basement: FinishedPartially FinishedUnfinished
  • Flooring: HardwoodVinylCarpet
  • A/C: None
  • Heating: Fireplace InsertRadiator
  • Fireplace: GasFireplaces: 0
  • General: Wood Products
  • Parking: Detached GarageOff StreetParking spaces: 1
  • Roofing: Composition
  • General: 26 - 3 Story w/BsmtPoured Concrete
  • HOA Amenities: 0.0
  • Originating MLS: nwmls
  • School District: Bellingham
  • County: Whatcom
  • Topography: LevelSloped
  • Zoning: 3802363330770000
  • View: BayIslandsSoundView
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Source: nwmls

This listing courtesy of Bethnie Morrison , Coldwell Banker Bain

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Location

Schools Nearby

L

Lowell Elementary School

914 15th St, Bellingham, WA, 98225

Grades PK-5

0.68 miles away

F

Fairhaven Middle School

110 Park Ridge Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98225

Grades 6-8

1.38 miles away

S

Sehome High School

2700 Bill McDonald Pkwy, Bellingham, WA, 98225

Grades 9-12

0.82 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.
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