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$9,369 Closing Credit¹
#2393877, Jacson Bevens, Listing office: Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
#2398868·
Listing office: John L. Scott Snohomish·
Listing agent: Tracey Kirkley·
Listing office phone: 360-217-8670
$775,000 List price
720 N Forest St Bellingham, WA 98225
$9,203
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full
1,650 sqft
0.10 acres
$470 / sqft
House
Property details
About 720 N Forest St
Charming Craftsman with Bay Views – Steps to WWU & Downtown. Full of warmth and character, this classic Craftsman sits in a prime location near Western Washington University and downtown Bellingham. Enjoy bay views and timeless architectural details throughout, including original mahogany woodwork, coved ceilings, stained glass accents, built-ins, and hardwood floors. The home features 4 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, and potential for a half bath upstairs with replumbing. Each bedroom is wired for ethernet, offering modern connectivity in a vintage setting. Rare dedicated off-street parking for up to 5 vehicles adds convenience to this already exceptional home. A unique blend of historic charm, modern function, and unbeatable location!
Highlights
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
Size1,650 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.0987 Acres
Year built1932
ParkingOff Street
MLS #2398868
FireplaceWood Burning
ViewBay, Ocean, Partial
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Interior: Ceramic Tile, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Off Street
- View: Bay, Ocean, Partial
- Exterior: Cement Planked, Wood
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $775,000
- Price/SqFt: $469
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,740
- Tax Year: 2022
- Lot: Paved, Sidewalk
- Directions: GPS is correct.
- Year Built: 1932
- Living Area: 1,650 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.0987 Acres
- MLS Number: 2398868
- MLS Name: NWMLS
- Office Name: John L. Scott Snohomish
- Office Phone: (360) 217-8670
- Listing Agent: Tracey Kirkley
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 17, 2019 | Home Sold | $527,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $665,844 | $4,740 |
| 2021 | $520,191 | $4,831 |
| 2020 | $481,658 | $4,740 |
| 2019 | $383,873 | $3,908 |
| 2018 | $362,642 | $3,682 |
| 2017 | $312,086 | $3,226 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Carl Cozier Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•1330 Lincoln St
4
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.4 mi
•1041 24th St
6
Lowell Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.4 mi
•935 14th 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 $20,799. Most Bellingham, WA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
69%
<35k
27%
35k-100k
4%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
88%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
7%
Married, No Kids
1%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
2%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
83%
18-34 yrs old
11%
35-64 yrs old
3%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NBA/WNBA
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Express/Express For Men
Banana Republic
Forever 21
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Sonic
Dominos Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Pontiac
Infiniti
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
News
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Frequently asked questions
About 720 N Forest St
The listing price of 720 N Forest St property is $775,000.
The property 720 N Forest St is a house located in Bellingham, Washington, 98225.
Active Listing: 720 N Forest St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 720 N Forest St are: Carl Cozier Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Happy Valley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lowell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Whatcom Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Fairhaven Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), 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 $4,740 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 17, 2019 for $527,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 720 N Forest St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 720 N Forest St is 1,650 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 720 N Forest St is 1932.
This home is located at 720 N Forest St in Bellingham, WA and zip code 98225 in the Forest Park neighborhood. This 1,650 square foot home, which was built in 1932, sits on a 0.10 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $775,000.
Bellingham, WA housing market in May 2025 saw over 48 listings sold above listed price, more than 37 sold at listed price and over 52 sold below. Between April and May 2025, Bellingham, WA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 20.2%. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $646,116, while the average time on the real estate market was 33 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.