Rockhood
$1,295,000List price
5 bed · 3.5 bath · 3,477 sq ft
Active

137 S Forest Street · Bellingham, WA 98225

Source: NWMLS · eXp Realty · Melissa Schapiro #NWM2573291

About this home

Prepare to be smitten! This classic South Hill Craftsman is on a quiet street in one of Bellingham's best neighborhoods. Built in 1912, this beauty boasts all the charm you would expect, plus updates for modern living. You'll love the spacious kitchen with eating area; custom built-ins in living room flank a newer gas fireplace; updated bathrooms with custom cabinets and heated stone floor in main level bath! Built-in murphy bed/sofa in main level bedroom, with a cozy gas stove, offers maximum use for yourself and guests. The roof and 9KW Solar PV were installed in 2019; electric water heater (2020); and there's a double garage! The finished basement space has its own entrance and was just redone from the studs -- floor, walls, ceiling, electrical, lighting, vanities, refrigerator and freezer -- this would be a great ADU! Outside, the private backyard has new grassy area and landscaping, patio and "tree house." In the front, you'll be be enchanted by the fragrant peonies and wisteria draped across the front porch in the spring. Enjoy spectacular bay and island views from your master bedroom, spacious front porch, or upstairs deck. Plus: Just blocks to WWU campus, stairway down to Boulevard Park trail, between Fairhaven and Downtown.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Craftsman
Stories
2 stories
Condition
Very Good
Year built
1912
Building area
3,813 sq ft
Lot size
5,663 sq ft (0.13 acres)
County
Whatcom
MLS #
NWM2573291

Interior

Heating
90%+ High Efficiency, Radiator, Stove/Free Standing
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Hardwood, Other, Softwood, Stone
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
2 · Gas, See Remarks
Interior features
Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Stucco, Wood
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Topography
Level
View
Bay, City, Ocean
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
2
Garage
Yes
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Detached Garage

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric, Natural Gas, Solar PV

Community & fees

Subdivision
South Hill
Property tax
$10,150 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Sep 10, 2026
Days on market
10
Price per sq ft
$372
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2022-07-20
Sold$1,195,000
2002-12-31
Sold$438,000

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: eXp Realty

Listing agent: Melissa Schapiro.

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Data last updated 2026-09-17.