1431 Portal Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229

Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Realty Partners
Listed by: solomon bill, rachel pollock
Office: bhhs bayside realty
MLS#:2594364
Source:NWMLS
1431 Portal Drive,Bellingham, WA 98229
$685,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,080 sq. ft.
  • Single family
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Price summary

  • Price:$685,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$634.26

About this home

Set behind a picket fence across from Whatcom Falls Park, this three-bedroom Craftsman blends classic character with practical improvements. HardiePlank siding and cedar shingles finish the exterior. Inside, hardwood floors and built-in cabinetry add a warm touch throughout the home. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, plenty of workspace, and stainless-steel appliances. The main-floor primary bedroom has vaulted ceilings, an attached bath, and French doors that open to a large composite deck. Outside, the landscaped, fenced yard includes garden beds, fruit trees, and a patio with room for a fire pit or grill. A second concrete slab beside the garage is prewired for a future hot tub or sauna. An outbuilding in the southwest corner of the lot provides additional storage and could potentially be converted into a DADU. Recent work includes a new roof (2026); a new washer, dryer, refrigerator, and dishwasher (2025); and crawl-space cleaning and re-insulation (2024). This...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1948
  • Subdivision & Development:Whatcom Falls
  • Listing ID #:2594364
  • Updated:October 22, 2026 at 12:32 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Flooring:Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl Floor
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Bedroom Description:Main Level Bedrooms : 1, Upper Level Bedrooms : 2
  • Living area:1,080 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Forced Air

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition
  • Year built:1948
  • Building area:1,080 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.2 Acres
  • Lot Features:Paved
  • Architectural Style:Craftsman
  • Construction Materials:Cement Planked, Wood Exterior Finish
  • Exterior Features:Deck, Dog Run, Fenced-Fully, Patio
  • Foundation Description:None
  • Levels:Multi/Split

Schools

  • High school:Buyer To Verify
  • Middle school:Buyer To Verify
  • Elementary school:Buyer To Verify

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Sewer Connected

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$685,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$634.26
  • Tax amount:$4,169 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:Ceiling Fan(s), French Doors, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:7
  • Parking description:Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Garage:Yes
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