Rockhood
$825,000List price
2 bed · 1 bath · 1,468 sq ft
Pending

1016 12th Street · Bellingham, WA 98225

Source: NWMLS · COMPASS · Chris Boyd #NWM2551046

About this home

Built in 1922, this iconic Fisherman's Craftsman Bungalow has been a quiet fixture of South Hill for more than a century. Freshly painted and thoughtfully preserved, it blends enduring character with craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. From its coveted location just moments from Historic Fairhaven, the Carnegie Library, waterfront trails, cafés, and local boutiques are part of your daily routine. Inside, rich period details create a warmth only a home of this era can offer, while one-level living makes everyday life effortless. A flexible bonus room is perfect for a home office, studio, or reading nook. Beneath the home, a 1,100 sq ft unfinished daylight basement offers abundant space for woodworking, tools, hobbies, and storage, while providing exciting potential for future finished living space. Just off the dining room, a private patio captures views of Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands, creating an unforgettable setting for morning coffee, sunset dinners, and summer entertaining. The backyard is a hidden sanctuary with established garden space and a mature apple tree where deer quietly bed down and raise their fawns each spring. Alley access leads to a covered carport, adding everyday convenience while preserving the home's timeless streetscape. This is a home that invites stewardship, offering its next owner the rare privilege of preserving a piece of Bellingham's history while becoming part of its future.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Craftsman
Stories
1 story
Condition
Good
Year built
1922 (renovated 1991)
Building area
2,579 sq ft
Lot size
4,792 sq ft (0.11 acres)
County
Whatcom
MLS #
NWM2551046

Interior

Heating
Forced Air, Stove/Free Standing
Cooling
None
Flooring
Concrete, Engineered Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances
Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
1 · Gas
Interior features
Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Water Heater
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Cement/Concrete, Stucco
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Concrete Ribbon
Lot features
Alley, Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Topography
Partial Slope
View
Bay, City, Islands, Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
4
Carport
Yes
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Attached Carport, Off Street

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Natural Gas

Community & fees

Subdivision
South Hill
Property tax
$7,660 (2025)

Transaction

Original list price
$885,000 (6.8% price cut)
Listed on
Jul 8, 2026
Days on market
58
Price per sq ft
$562
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional
Possession
Closing

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Schools

School district: Bellingham

Elementary
Lowell Elem
Middle
Fairhaven Mid
High
Sehome High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 16% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: COMPASS

Listing agent: Chris Boyd.

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Data last updated 2026-09-14.