Positioned in one of Bellingham’s most coveted neighborhoods, this mid-century home captures sweeping westerly views of Bellingham Bay and the city skyline. Set on a well-maintained, partially fenced 9,148 sq ft lot, this one-owner home offers a rare opportunity to reimagine a classic in an exceptional location. Expansive windows in the living and dining areas showcase the views, while a gas fireplace creates a warm, inviting focal point. The main level features 1,540 sq ft with three bedrooms, a full bath, a half bath off the primary, and a dedicated office. A deck off the kitchen provides an ideal setting for outdoor dining overlooking the bay. The partially finished daylight basement (1,062 sq ft) includes two additional bedrooms, a half bath & laundry room, a spacious family room with a wood-burning fireplace and separate entry—perfect for a workshop or hobby space. Additional features include a flat driveway to the garage, secondary lower-level access, and ample parking for RV or boat. Located near the Samish Crest Trail in the desirable Puget neighborhood, this property offers location, space, and outstanding potential.
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Listed by: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
$935,000
817 Racine Street, Bellingham, WA 98229
5beds
3,160sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
9,147.6 Square Feet Lot
$909,700 Zestimate®
$296/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Secondary lower-level access
- 2 days |
- 1,213 |
- 44 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 04, 2026 at 05:01am
Offers reviewed: Apr 06
Listed by:
Carissa Conour,
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2499661
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Main
Den office
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas, Wood
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Lower Level
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,160
- Total interior livable area: 3,160 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 9,147.6 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3803322571730000
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1968
- Major remodel year: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Bellingham
- Water: Public, Company: City of Bellingham
- Utilities for property: Xfinity/Comcast, Xfinity/Comcast
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Trail(s)
- Subdivision: Puget
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $296/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $710,339
- Annual tax amount: $6,455
- Offers reviewed: 04/06/2026
- Date on market: 4/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$909,700
$864,000 - $955,000
$3,807/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $935,000$296/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2499661 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,815 +1.6% | $710,339 -3.5% |
| 2023 | $5,725 +8.1% | $735,735 +17.5% |
| 2022 | $5,296 +12.9% | $626,161 +24% |
| 2021 | $4,691 +7.6% | $504,982 +14% |
| 2020 | $4,360 | $442,963 +5.3% |
| 2019 | $4,360 +1.8% | $420,468 -0.6% |
| 2018 | $4,281 -0.4% | $423,076 +12.7% |
| 2017 | $4,297 -3.7% | $375,538 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $4,461 +24.6% | $345,818 +5.4% |
| 2015 | $3,581 | $327,986 +5% |
| 2014 | $3,581 +1.6% | $312,360 +5.1% |
| 2013 | $3,524 | $297,200 -3.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $307,262 -0.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $307,928 -2.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $314,959 -5.4% |
| 2009 | $3,003 +25.6% | $333,090 |
| 2008 | $2,391 | $333,090 +37.1% |
| 2007 | $2,391 -13.6% | $242,925 |
| 2005 | $2,768 | $242,925 |
| 2004 | $2,768 +34.6% | $242,925 +43% |
| 2003 | $2,057 +2.8% | $169,905 |
| 2002 | $2,000 -0.4% | $169,905 |
| 2001 | $2,007 | $169,905 |
| 2000 | -- | $169,905 -0.3% |
| 1999 | -- | $170,475 |
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Est. payment
$5,117/mo
Principal & interest
$4572
Property taxes
$545
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Puget
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Carl Cozier Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Kulshan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Sehome High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Carl Cozier Elem
- Middle: Kulshan Mid
- High: Sehome High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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