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#2401543, Josh Runestrand, Listing office: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
#2402747·
Listing office: Windermere Real Estate Whatcom·
Listing agent: Chet E. Kenoyer·
Listing office phone: 360-734-7500
$1,295,000 List price
1605 Donovan Ave Bellingham, WA 98225
5 beds
3 full
3,758 sqft
0.1 acres
$345 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1605 Donovan Ave
Immaculate 3,800 square foot Fairhaven craftsman home only steps from parks, playgrounds & trails. No details were missed in the 2009 renovation of this 5-bedroom (2 down, 3 up), 4-bath home with primary on the main floor and a secondary en-suite on the upper floor. High-end workmanship featuring fir wainscoting, Chuckanut sandstone fireplace, large chefs kitchen with high-end appliances opening to the dining and living rooms. The upper floor includes a large play/recreation area, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, music room, office and storage space. This home is highly energy-efficient with solar panels and EV charging in the 2-car garage. The lighted flagstone patio is ideal for outdoor entertaining and the gardens are low-maintenance and irrigated.
Highlights
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingNone, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size3,758 sqft
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1950
ParkingAttached Garage
MLS #2402747
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceGas
ViewTerritorial
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Disposal
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Softwood, Carpet
- Interior: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceramic Tile, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Water Heater
- Fireplace: Gas
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached Garage
- View: Territorial
- Exterior: Cement Planked, Stone
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: None, Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $1,295,000
- Price/SqFt: $344
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,855
- Tax Year: 2022
- Lot: Paved, Sidewalk
- Directions: From I5 take exit 250 and head W on Old Fairhaven Pkwy, right on Donovan, home will be on your left, parking available in alley by garage.
- Year Built: 1950
- Living Area: 3,758 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
- MLS Number: 2402747
- MLS Name: NWMLS
- Office Name: Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
- Office Phone: (360) 734-7500
- Listing Agent: Chet E. Kenoyer
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 22, 2010 | Home Sold | $499,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,098,400 | $7,855 |
| 2021 | $885,830 | $8,268 |
| 2020 | $777,037 | $7,855 |
| 2019 | $737,577 | $7,719 |
| 2018 | $622,566 | $6,718 |
| 2017 | $552,616 | $5,927 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Lowell Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•935 14th St
4
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•1041 24th St
7
Wade King Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.5 mi
•2155 Yew Street Rd
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 $42,500. The majority of Bellingham, WA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
42%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
62%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
37%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Yoga/pilates
Continuing Education Courses
Symphony or Opera
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Express/Express For Men
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Qdoba
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Volkswagen
Volvo
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
Urban Contemporary
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1605 Donovan Ave
The listing price of 1605 Donovan Ave property is $1,295,000.
The property 1605 Donovan Ave is a house located in Bellingham, Washington, 98225.
Active Listing: 1605 Donovan Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1605 Donovan Ave are: Lowell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Happy Valley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Wade King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Fairhaven Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Whatcom Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Kulshan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Sehome High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Bellingham High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Bellingham Re-Engagement Program (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $7,855 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 22, 2010 for $499,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1605 Donovan Ave has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
The property 1605 Donovan Ave is 3,758 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1605 Donovan Ave is 1950.
This home is located at 1605 Donovan Ave in Bellingham, WA and zip code 98225 in the Happy Valley neighborhood. This 3,758 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,295,000.
Over 31 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Bellingham, WA. In the same period over 60 listings were sold below the listed price and 42 listings were sold for the listed price. Between May and June 2025, Bellingham, WA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 14%. In June 2025 median list price was $649,000 and the average listing age was 27 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.