Matteport South Hill Legacy Home 240 S Forest St
MLS #2485470 / Listing provided by NWMLS & Coldwell Banker Bain.
$1,575,000
240 S Forest Street
Bellingham,
WA
98225
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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.
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Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Main Level Bedrooms: 0
- Lower Level Bedrooms: 0
- Upper Level Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Three-quarter Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms in Garage: 0
- Half Bathrooms in Garage: 0
- Three-quarter Bathrooms in Garage: 0
Fireplaces
- Total Fireplaces: 0
Water Heater
- Water Heater Location: Basement
- Water Heater Type: Natural Gas
Heating & Cooling
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling: No
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Attached: No
- Parking Features: Detached Garage, Off Street
- Parking Total: 1
Structure
- Roof: Composition
- Exterior Features: Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
Lot Details
- Lot Features: Alley, Paved, Sidewalk
- Acres: 0.15
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
Schools
- High School District: Bellingham
- High School: Sehome High
- Middle School: Fairhaven Mid
- Elementary School: Lowell Elem
Transportation
- Nearby Bus Line: true
Lot Details
- Lot Features: Alley, Paved, Sidewalk
- Acres: 0.15
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
Power
- Energy Source: Natural Gas
- Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
Water, Sewer, and Garbage
- Sewer Company: City of Bellingham
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water Company: City of Bellingham
- Water Source: Public
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