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#2387695, Kirk Ghio, Listing office: Muljat Group
#2343162·
Listing office: Hansen Group Real Estate Inc·
Listing agent: Jon Hansen·
Listing office phone: 360-223-2083
$1,689,000 List price
1538 Fairview St Bellingham, WA 98229
$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,914 sqft
0.2 acres
$882 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1538 Fairview St
Rare and flat lakefront property on Lake Whatcom presents a fantastic opportunity to create your dream home & live one of Bellingham’s most coveted lifestyles. Shred those glassy mornings on your surf board or kayak & enjoy the vacation mindset year round with full beach access and 50 foot unobstructed shoreline. The main residence is a spacious, solid footprint awaiting your creative vision. Fully finished luxury detached apartment adds even more versatility. Best views on the lake situated in a very walkable neighborhood. Mountain biking on world class Galbraith is just up the street! This lifestyle can’t be beat. Architectural drawings are available!
Highlights
StatusActive
Size1,914 sqft
Lot size0.2228 Acres
Year built1955
MLS #2343162
WaterfrontLake Front
ViewLake
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Other
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: See Remarks
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Waterfront: Lake Front
- View: Lake
- Exterior: Wood
- Heating: None
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $1,689,000
- Price/SqFt: $882
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,745
- Tax Year: 2022
- Directions: GPS works!
- Year Built: 1955
- Living Area: 1,914 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2228 Acres
- MLS Number: 2343162
- MLS Name: NWMLS
- Office Name: Hansen Group Real Estate Inc
- Office Phone: (360) 223-2083
- Listing Agent: Jon Hansen
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2016 | Home Sold | $750,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,112,991 | $8,745 |
| 2021 | $869,524 | $9,289 |
| 2020 | $805,115 | $8,745 |
| 2019 | $762,946 | $8,476 |
| 2018 | $720,772 | $7,990 |
| 2017 | $620,206 | $6,970 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Geneva Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.3 mi
•1401 Geneva St
9
Silver Beach Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.5 mi
•4101 Academy St
3
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.4 mi
•2900 Yew St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $97,674. Residents of Bellingham, WA typically earn between $100k-200k each year. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
14%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
39%
100k-200k
9%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
30%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Symphony or Opera
Hiking/backpacking
PGA/LPGA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
Nordstrom Rack
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Chipotle
Bonefish Grill
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
Mazda
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Rock
Classical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1538 Fairview St
The listing price of 1538 Fairview St property is $1,689,000.
The property 1538 Fairview St is a house located in Bellingham, Washington, 98229.
Active Listing: 1538 Fairview St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1538 Fairview St are: Geneva Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Silver Beach Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Roosevelt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kulshan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Whatcom Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Shuksan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Squalicum High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Options High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Bellingham High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $8,745 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 28, 2016 for $750,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1538 Fairview St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1538 Fairview St is 1,914 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1538 Fairview St is 1955.
This home is located at 1538 Fairview St in Bellingham, WA and zip code 98229 in the Watkin's Lake Front neighborhood. This 1,914 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,689,000.
Over 48 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Bellingham, WA. In the same period over 52 listings were sold below the listed price and 37 listings were sold for the listed price. In May 2025 in Bellingham, WA there were 20.2% more homes for sale than in April. Listings spent 33 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $646,116 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.