2501 E Sunset Drive, Bellingham, WA, 98226
About This Home
15-Unit Townhome site centrally located between Sunset Square and Barkley Village. The 2,132 sq ft house is rented for $2,000 per month until 2-28-2027. Great cashflow during the permitting process and construction timing. Wetlands reconnaissance and detailed Feasibility Study completed with City of Bellingham Pre-App meeting comments. Conveniently located near the bus stop and Kid’s World Sunset, which is a licensed childcare facility for infants to 5th grade operated by the Boy’s and Girl’s Club. Preliminary design is for four, 3-bed / 2.5-bath units with 2-car garages and eleven 2-bed / 1.5-bath units with 1 car garages plus 17 surface parking spaces. Great opportunity to retail Townhomes or hold long term with multiple exit options. Please do not disturb tenant.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Good
- Year built: 1950
Materials
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Electric,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,132
- Total interior livable area: 2,132 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 3803160351090000
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Lot size: 1.13 Acres
- Features: Paved,Sidewalk,Outbuildings
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Carport
- Covered spaces: 2
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Ice Storm
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Whatcom County and Washington
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,792 | $45,504 |
| Home Insurance * | $136 | $1,632 |
| Property Taxes | $498 | $5,976 |
| Electricity | $149 | $1,793 |
| Total | $4,575 | $54,900 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Washington FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-22 | Listed for sale | $750,000 |
| 2026-03-06 | Listing removed | $2,000 |
| 2026-02-27 | Listed for rent | $2,000 |
| 2008-04-17 | Sold | $24,350 |
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