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2716 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, WA, 98225

2beds
1baths
2,204sqft
$1,200,000
$544price/sqft
$7,199/moest. monthly cost
$287,960/yrincome needed

About This Home

Charming 1940s home in the heart of the Cornwall Park / Broadway Park neighborhood, held in the same family since 1948 and offered with the adjoining 5,227 sq ft vacant lot—the only buildable single-family lot on Cornwall Avenue in generations.Originally built as Bellingham’s first fireproof home, it features walls, floors, ceilings, and joists of solid concrete. The residence offers 2,004 sq ft of beautiful living space with amazing architectural touches, 2 fireplaces, plus a partially unfinished basement with excellent potential for additional finished square footage.12,197 s.f. of land, that is 6970 s.f. w the home and lush gardens and a separately parceled 5,227 s.f. lot creates rare flexibility—enjoy the yard, build a new home or ADU (buyer to verify), or enjoy extra privacy uncommon in the city. Location is outstanding: steps to Broadway Park and a short stroll to Cornwall Park’s trails, disc golf, playgrounds, spray park, and Rose Garden. Convenient to shopping, dining, I-5, downtown, and Peace Health St. Joseph Medical Center.A unique opportunity to own a charming, long-held mid-century home and the only buildable single-family lot on Cornwall Avenue in generations, in one of Bellingham’s most walkable, park-centric neighborhoods.Buyer to verify all development possibilities, zoning (RS5.0), and intended uses with the City of Bellingham.

Getting Around

72
WalkingVery Walkable
41
TransitSome Transit
92
BikeBiker's Paradise

Schools

6/10
8/10
Whatcom Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.5 mi
8/10
Bellingham High SchoolGrades 9-120.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Very Good
  • Year built: 1940

Materials

  • Foundation: Block,Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Brick,Wood Siding,Wood Products

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer,Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Washer(s)

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Partially Finished

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Entry Hall

  • Level: Main

Family Room

  • Level: Lower

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s),Dining Room,Pantry
  • Window features: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Laminate,Carpet
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Lower Level: 1,Main Level: 1,Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating

  • Heating features: Fireplace,Radiant,Radiator,Electric,Natural Gas

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,204
  • Total interior livable area: 2,204 sqft

Kitchen With Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Utility Room

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 380319250217
  • Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry location: Main
  • Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s),Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Dining Room,Fireplace,Pantry,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Territorial
  • Topography of land: Level
  • Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees,Garden Space

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.28 Acres
  • Features: Curbs,Paved,Sidewalk,Cable TV,Fenced-Partially,Green House,High Speed Internet,Patio

Parking

  • Total spaces: 5
  • Parking features: Detached Garage,Off Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Uncovered spaces: 3

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

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Ice Storm
Cold Wave
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Whatcom County and Washington

Fire
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Winter Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $6,067$72,804
Home Insurance *$190$2,280
Property Taxes $792$9,504
Electricity $150$1,809
Total$7,199$86,388
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$246,822/yr
40% on housing$215,970/yr
45% on housing$191,973/yr

Washington FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 306Commercial: 55
Total Premiums$858,000
Total Exposure$176.33M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.8%
11.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.0%
3.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 3.8%
3.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$544This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98225$308
Whatcom County$300

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98225$446
Whatcom County$335

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-26Listed for sale$1,200,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentLyle Sorenson
BrokerageWindermere RE Whatcom, Inc.

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