1537 Humboldt St, Bellingham, WA 98225

SALE PENDING This is a charming vernacular turn-of-the-century home, built in 1891. This home was originally owned by the Melanders and was the first home built on this city block in the historic York neighborhood. It has been lovingly renovated with a sensitivity toward its original style. The landscaping is a multiple season English garden, with sandstone walkways and stonewalls and a stone patio in the front yard. There is a victory garden in the backyard with a redwood greenhouse secured with concrete footer, excellent for extending the growing season. The raised deck overlooks the backyard garden with a cedar privacy wall, creating an intimate outdoor seating area perfect for summer dinners or just napping in the afternoon. The lovely open living room has refinished original fir flooring, and the fir floor extends throughout most of the home. Each room has been gutted, with interior insulation and new electrical wiring. Most light fixtures have been replaced, particularly in the kitchen to ensure excellent lighting while cooking. There is updated cork flooring in kitchen and bathroom for more cushioned support than hardwood. The bathroom fixtures and bathroom cabinets are new, and retain the antique style of the home. The original claw foot tub is a comfortable bath with vintage-looking fixtures. The rooms have 10-foot ceilings giving a sense of spaciousness to the home. An old tool shed was converted to a home office with alley access, as well as interior garden access. It has bamboo flooring, timer-controlled heating and recessed lighting. This office is a magical peaceful room hidden from the rest of the house. Much of the charm of this home is its location, walking distance to downtown restaurants, theatre, and stores as well as the interurban trail that extends to Whatcom Falls and down to the waterfront. York is rated as the second best location neighborhood in Bellingham and this home has a Walk Score of 85 out of 100. Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Nearby parks include Rock Hill Park, Franklin Park and Downer Field. The closest grocery stores are Bellingham Grocery Outlet, Nelson’s Market and Fred Meyer. The premier preschool, Loving Space, is only a few blocks away, and the child playroom Perch and Play is just a short walk as well. There are 45 restaurants within a 15 minute walk including Old World Deli, Pepper Sisters, Boundary Bay, and The Table. This neighborhood is bike friendly making short and long rides a pleasure. Major renovations in November 2008 included: • Insulation blown into all exterior walls • Lead work thoroughly performed by the City of Bellingham to ensure an optimum environment for small children. Lead work included: proper wet removal of exterior paint, primed and repainted, removal and replacement of top soil around the house, replacement of basement door and affected floor boards and trim pieces. • Roofing completely removed and rebuilt • New hot water tank • New gas furnace PROPERTY FEATURES Exterior: Wood?Foundation: Concrete Block?Roof: Composition?Fireplace: None, however the chimney has been mended and repointed in 2008 to allow for use if wood stove were to be installed.?Floor Covering: Original old growth fir and cork on main floor. Linoleum in basement. Bamboo flooring in detached home office.?Heating And Cooling: Forced Air?Windows: Double Pane/Storm Windows?Energy Source: Stove and Furnace - Natural Gas; Washer and Dryer - Electric