Rockhood
$650,000List price
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,548 sq ft
First Look

3023 Northwest Avenue · Bellingham, WA 98225

Source: NWMLS · Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc. · Sue Hilton #NWM2602201

About this home

Inviting 1929 storybook Craftsman 3-bedroom, 2-bath home has original oak and fir floors, built in cabinets, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace with its original mantel. 1564 finished sq feet is updated for today's lifestyle with solar panels and an EV charger (2025), electrical upgrades, triple- and double-pane windows, new exterior paint (2025), and a new furnace (2026). This home combines charm with energy-conscious improvements that help a buyer save money and live more lightly on the planet. Spacious kitchen features abundant cabinetry and room to gather, while the versatile floor plan allows for comfortable main-level living if desired. Upstairs, large rooms w/wood floors and plenty of closets share the 2nd floor full bath, added in 2014. Generous storage throughout the home. An unfinished 664-square-foot basement with new insulation offers exceptional storage and future potential. Separate entry on the streetside bedroom provides for versatility regarding a potential home occupation or second occupant. Mature landscaping includes a rare and thriving Sourwood tree, and the backyard feels like a true haven from the rest of the world. A detached garage provides convenient dual access from both the front driveway and alley. Ideally located on the bus line, this distinctive stucco home is rich in character, practical upgrades, and enduring appeal. Home has been pre-inspected.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
1 1/2 Story
Stories
One and one half
Year built
1929
Building area
2,202 sq ft
Lot size
4,792 sq ft (0.11 acres)
County
Whatcom
MLS #
NWM2602201

Interior

Heating
90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
Hardwood, Softwood, Carpet
Appliances
Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
1 · Wood Burning
Interior features
Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Triple Pane Windows, Water Heater

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Stucco
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Topography
Level
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
4
Garage
Yes
Covered spaces
1
Parking features
Detached Garage

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric, Natural Gas, See Remarks, Solar (Unspecified)

Community & fees

Subdivision
Columbia
Property tax
$5,864 (2026)

Transaction

Price per sq ft
$420
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2008-02-21
Sold$230,000

Schools

School district: Bellingham

Middle
Shuksan Mid
High
Bellingham High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 17% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

Listing agent: Sue Hilton.

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Data last updated 2026-11-10.