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2701 Michigan Street

Bellingham, WA 98226
  • $475,000
  • STATUS: Pending
  • ID#: 2498251
UPDATED: 46 min ago
$475,000
  • 3
    BEDS
  • 0.33
    ACRES
  • 1
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
  • 1,211
    SQFT
  • $392
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1896
County:
Area:

School Information

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Description

Step back in time with this 1896 Craftsman, brimming with charm and character, nestled in the desirable Roosevelt neighborhood on a spacious 0.33-acre lot (14,375 sq. ft.) that backs directly onto the serene Fever Creek. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a unique opportunity for the visionary buyer—whether you're looking to restore its timeless beauty, reimagine the space, or build anew. The property features a covered front porch perfect for relaxing, a carport, and a detached 720 sq. ft. shop, ideal for storage or creative projects.While the home itself requires significant work, the potential here is remarkable. The property’s generous size and zoning open the door to exciting development opportunities. Imagine creating 4-6 thoughtfully designed units, including two affordable housing units that contribute to the community’s growth and vibrancy. Whether you pursue single-family homes with ADUs or tap into the city’s infill toolkit, this lot offers endless possibilities to maximize its value.With its prime location in the Roosevelt neighborhood, rich history, and boundless potential, this is your chance to shape the future while honoring the past. From preserving the charm of the original home to envisioning a new development that blends seamlessly into the surrounding area, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to make a lasting mark and explore the possibilities today!

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2701 Michigan Street Bellingham, WA 98226

  • Price: $475,000
  • Status: Pending
  • On Site: Days
  • Updated: 46 min ago
  • ID#: 2498251
3
Beds
1
Baths
0
½ Baths
0.33
Acres
1,211
SQFT
$392
$/SQFT
1896
Built
Neighborhood:
Roosevelt
County:
Whatcom
Area:
Bellingham
Elementary School:
Roosevelt Elementary
Middle School:
Kulshan Mid
High School:
Squalicum High
School District:
Bellingham
Property Description
Step back in time with this 1896 Craftsman, brimming with charm and character, nestled in the desirable Roosevelt neighborhood on a spacious 0.33-acre lot (14,375 sq. ft.) that backs directly onto the serene Fever Creek. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a unique opportunity for the visionary buyer—whether you're looking to restore its timeless beauty, reimagine the space, or build anew. The property features a covered front porch perfect for relaxing, a carport, and a detached 720 sq. ft. shop, ideal for storage or creative projects.While the home itself requires significant work, the potential here is remarkable. The property’s generous size and zoning open the door to exciting development opportunities. Imagine creating 4-6 thoughtfully designed units, including two affordable housing units that contribute to the community’s growth and vibrancy. Whether you pursue single-family homes with ADUs or tap into the city’s infill toolkit, this lot offers endless possibilities to maximize its value.With its prime location in the Roosevelt neighborhood, rich history, and boundless potential, this is your chance to shape the future while honoring the past. From preserving the charm of the original home to envisioning a new development that blends seamlessly into the surrounding area, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to make a lasting mark and explore the possibilities today!
Exterior Features

Attached Garage YN No Carport YN No Covered Spaces 2 Entry Location Main Exterior Features See RemarksWood Garage YN Yes Levels One Lot Features Paved Lot Size Dimensions 90 x 160 Open Parking YN No Parking Features DrivewayDetached GarageOff Street Parking Total 4 Roof Composition Structure Type House Style Code 10 - 1 Story Topography Level View YN No Waterfront Features Creek Waterfront Footage 90 Waterfront YN Yes

Interior Features

Appliances RefrigeratorStove(s)/Range(s) Appliances Included Refrigerator(s)Stove(s)/Range(s) Basement Unfinished Baths Full Garage 0 Baths Full Lower 0 Baths Full Main 1 Baths Full Upper 0 Baths Half Garage 0 Baths Half Lower 0 Baths Half Main 0 Baths Half Upper 0 Baths Three Quarter Garage 0 Baths Three Quarter Lower 0 Baths Three Quarter Main 0 Baths Three Quarter Upper 0 Bedrooms Lower 0 Bedrooms Upper 0 Building Area Total 1211 Cooling None Cooling YN No Fireplace YN No Fireplaces Total 0 Flooring Carpet Heating Stove/Free Standing Heating YN Yes Interior Features Water Heater Living Area 1211 Main Level Bedrooms 3 Rooms Dining Room (Main Level) Entry Hall (Main Level) Living Room (Main Level) Bathroom Full (Main Level) Bedroom (Main Level) Bedroom (Main Level) Bedroom (Main Level) Square Footage Finished 1211 Square Footage Unfinished 0

Property Features

Association Fee 0 Association YN No Building Information Built On Lot Building Name Elwoods Add to Whatcom Bus Line Nearby Yes Bus Route Number 540 Direction Faces East Down Payment Resource YN Yes Energy Source ElectricNatural Gas FIRPTAYN No First Right Of Refusal No Foundation Details Block Inclusions Refrigerator(s)Stove(s)/Range(s) Irrigation Water Rights YN No Land Lease YN No Listing Terms CashRehab Loan Lot Number E 26 FT of Lots 8-9-Lots 10-11 New Construction YN No Possession Closing Power Company Puget Sound Energy Power Production Type ElectricNatural Gas Property Condition Fixer Property Sub Type Single Family Residence Senior Community YN No Senior Exemption Yes Sewer Sewer Connected Sewer Company City of Bellingham Short Term Rental YN No Site Features Cable TVDeckHigh Speed InternetShop Special Listing Conditions None Tax Annual Amount 82.35 Tax Year 2025 Water Company City of Bellingham Water Heater Location Kitchen Water Heater Type Electric Water Source Public Year Built Effective 1896 Zoning Jurisdiction City

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IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal noncommercial use, that it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.The listing data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Jacob Neuman Real Estate | The Agency Seattle | Eastside are marked by the "three tree" symbol; detailed information about such listings includes the names of the listing brokers. The three tree icon refers to an NWMLS listing. Data last updated 2026-04-12T19:14:46.37. The "Days on Site" data field is calculated by BoomTown and is the number of days since the listing was originally received in our system. It is not the equivalent of "Days on Market".
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-04-12T19:14:46.37. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

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