522 12th St Bellingham, WA 98225
South Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,062/month
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Deck
- 2 Fireplaces
- Fairhaven Middle School Rated A-
- Property is near public transit and bus stop
- 3-minute walk to Boulevard Park
About This Home
Perched on Fairhaven's coveted South Hill, this charming duplex delivers something increasingly rare, sweeping Bellingham Bay views and immediate income, all in one of the city's most walkable, well-connected neighborhoods. Each of the two mirror-image units offers a private entrance, one bedroom, full bath, kitchen, and living room, making it equally suited for an owner-occupant looking to offset their mortgage, or an investor seeking steady, reliable rental returns. The location speaks for itself. Steps from Fairhaven Village, Boulevard Park, and Western Washington University, demand for rentals here is consistent and strong — and the lifestyle appeal makes attracting quality tenants effortless. For those with a longer horizon, the upside gets even more compelling; the lot supports potentially 2–3 modern townhomes, representing a significant development opportunity in a market that is hungry for new housing in established, amenity-rich neighborhoods. Whether you're live-in investment, building a rental portfolio, or positioning for a future redevelopment, this is a versatile asset in one of Bellingham's most sought-after corridors. With views, walkability, and land value all in one, Fairhaven properties like this are rare.
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: 2493835
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,147
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 104' x 35
- Southwest Facing Home
- Sloped Lot
Property Views
- Ocean
- Views of a Sound
- Bay
- City
Home Design
- Poured Concrete
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Wood Composite
Interior Spaces
- 968 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- 2 Fireplaces
- Gas Fireplace
- Laminate Flooring
- Stove
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
Parking
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Schools
- Lowell Elementary School
- Fairhaven Mid Middle School
- Sehome High School
Utilities
- Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near public transit and bus stop
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- South Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block Lot B / Block 14
- Assessor Parcel Number 3702011174480000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,259 | $889,873 | $668,378 | $221,495 |
| 2024 | $7,147 | $886,908 | $675,760 | $211,148 |
| 2023 | $7,147 | $918,617 | $699,920 | $218,697 |
| 2022 | $5,886 | $781,806 | $595,680 | $186,126 |
| 2021 | $5,591 | $630,506 | $480,400 | $150,106 |
| 2020 | $5,494 | $553,071 | $421,400 | $131,671 |
| 2019 | $3,397 | $524,984 | $400,000 | $124,984 |
| 2018 | $3,513 | $325,496 | $225,680 | $99,816 |
| 2017 | $3,097 | $288,921 | $200,320 | $88,601 |
| 2016 | $2,819 | $265,956 | $184,320 | $81,636 |
| 2015 | $2,775 | $252,176 | $174,720 | $77,456 |
| 2014 | -- | $240,165 | $166,400 | $73,765 |
| 2013 | -- | $229,655 | $160,000 | $69,655 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2026 03/19/26 | For Sale | $849,000 | -- | $877 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $200,000 | Whatcom Land Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $180,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: 2493835
APN: 370201-117448-0000
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