Bellingham Homes with 11 - 1 1/2 Story Style

Bellingham Homes with 11 - 1 1/2 Story Style

Welcome to Bellingham, Washington—a picturesque city nestled between the breathtaking Cascade Mountains and the sparkling waters of Bellingham Bay. Known for its vibrant arts scene, outdoor recreational opportunities, and a welcoming community, Bellingham is a hidden gem in the Pacific Northwest. With a rich history and a commitment to sustainability, this charming city offers a unique blend of urban amenities and natural beauty, making it an ideal place to call home.

One of the most appealing architectural styles in Bellingham is the 1 to 1.5-story home. These homes exude character and warmth, often featuring traditional designs that blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. With their cozy layouts, these residences are perfect for families, retirees, or anyone looking for a comfortable living space. The 1 to 1.5-story style often includes spacious upper levels that can serve as additional bedrooms, home offices, or creative spaces, providing flexibility for your lifestyle.

In Bellingham, you'll find a variety of these charming homes situated in friendly neighborhoods, often just a stone's throw away from parks, schools, and local shops. Imagine sipping your morning coffee on a sunny porch, surrounded by the beauty of nature, or enjoying a leisurely stroll through the vibrant streets filled with art galleries, cafes, and farmer's markets.

Whether you're drawn by the allure of the outdoors or the vibrant community spirit, Bellingham’s 1 to 1.5-story homes offer the perfect backdrop for your next adventure. Embrace the lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of in this enchanting city!

Newest Bellingham Homes with 11 - 1 1/2 Story Style

$759,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2583511 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Tucked into a storybook setting where a year-round creek winds through the landscape, this extraordinary home offers a lifestyle that feels worlds away from the everyday. Positioned on a quarter acre, the setting is defined by privacy, tranquility, and a serene connection to nature. Inside, a dramatic wall of picture windows transforms the surrounding forest and creek into living artwork, flooding the home with natural light and creating a seamless connection between indoors and out. The distinctive architecture is both inviting and memorable, featuring soaring spaces, warm textures, and a loft overlooking the main living area. Designed for both relaxation and entertaining, the home offers an uncommon collection of wellness-inspired amenities, including an indoor sauna and plunge tub. Outside, the over 1400sf deck extends over the natural landscape, providing a front-row seat to the sights and sounds of the creek below. Whether hosting guests, enjoying morning coffee, or unwinding at the end of the day, the setting invites you to slow down and savor the moment. A detached covered parking structure with enclosed storage provides space for hobbies and gear. Located within Sudden Valley, residents enjoy many community amenities, all within a short drive of downtown Bellingham. More than a home, this is a retreat designed to be experienced. **1% lender credit, up to $7500, offered through our preferred lender, Amy Baker at Movement Mortgage**

21 Austin Creek Lane, Bellingham

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc..

$2,295,000
4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 2582509 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Stunning Northwest Contemporary home in prime location on a shy 5 acres, offering 4 bedrooms, 4.25 baths, bonus room & nearly 5,000 sqft of living space. Soaring ceilings, walls of windows & an open floor plan create a bright, modern feel throughout. The light filled great room is the heart of the home, featuring an impressive floor to ceiling fireplace surround, spacious kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless appliances, double ovens & an oversized island, ideal for both everyday living or entertaining. The expansive primary suite is a true showpiece with dramatic ceiling height, expansive windows, coffee bar with beverage fridge, an oversized walk in closet with its own laundry space, bath with double vanities, a dramatic open staircase leading to a private loft with 3/4 bath offering flexibility for any space. This amazing home offers clean finishes, warm neutral tones & striking architectural details creating a sophisticated yet comfortable atmosphere. Step outside into your own park like setting with expansive lawn, beautiful mature landscape & covered outdoor living, perfect for year round entertaining. An exceptional barn, garage & shop setup offering over 2,800 sqft of covered space. This shop has high ceilings & oversized bays, great for vehicles, equipment, toys, gym or workshop use. This is a distinctive, spacious & thoughtfully designed, one-of-a-kind property in the most beautiful Northwest setting. Don't miss it!

622 Van Wyck Road, Bellingham

Listing courtesy of Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc..

$1,475,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2564719 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Set against the backdrop of Sumas Mountain, this private 10.6-acre property speaks to equestrians, hobby farmers and nature enthusiasts alike. The custom-built round home is 1,938 sq ft with vaulted ceilings and a dramatic bank of picture windows that frame the gardens, pastures and mountain views while letting in generous natural light. Open floor plan with main floor primary suite, guest bedroom with a murphy bed, and a massive upstairs loft. Hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, radiant floor heat, heat pump with A/C and a hot tub and sauna just steps out the door. 80’ X 160’ all weather arena, 4 acres of fenced pasture, 3 acres of forested trails, hog fuel winter pens with 2 run-in stalls, and extensive trail riding opportunities on Stewart Mountain. 36' X 60' stick-built barn features a 1 bed/.75 bath ADU, metal roof, 4 stalls, tack room/feed room, hay storage and matted aisleway. The second story of the barn has power/water, ideal for storage or future expansion. Just 8 miles to Bellingham, and an hour from Mount Baker. This is a property that feels entirely its own, with a whimsical character and sense of seclusion that makes leaving the outside world behind feel effortless.

3807 E Smith Road, Bellingham

Listing courtesy of Coastal Realty.

$1,295,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 2569076 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Experience luxury living in this custom-built dream home overlooking Lake Whatcom—offered for the first time! Enjoy zero-step entry from both the front door and garage. The main-floor primary suite features lake views, a walk-in closet, double vanities, an oversized shower, and a soaking tub. The gourmet kitchen offers quartz countertops, abundant cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting, a large island, and high-end appliances, including a Bertazzoni gas cooktop and 36-inch KitchenAid refrigerator/freezer with ice maker. Soaring 20-foot ceilings and walls of windows fill the living area with natural light, while French doors open to the back deck. Downstairs, the bonus room is currently used as a home theater wired for Dolby Atmos 10.2. Additional highlights include an artesian well, whole-house air conditioning, and an oversized, fully finished and insulated garage wired for heaters. Situated on 0.62 private acres in the highly coveted Silver Beach school district, this home offers beautiful Lake Whatcom views from both covered and uncovered decks. If you love water and windows, come see it today!

2307 Northshore Road, Bellingham

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Western Realty.

$1,555,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2566470 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Close-in, serene five-acre estate with sweeping south-facing pastoral views. Tucked well off the main road, this sprawling one-level residence offers approx. 3,400 SF with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and thoughtful spaces for work and play. Two double-car garages (one equipped with solar), plus a seven-bay roll-up shop with multiple office spaces — ideal for a hobbyist, small business, or car enthusiast. Interior highlights include an extra-large recreation room with an upper bonus loft, an attached glass-enclosed sauna, and generous main-floor living areas that flow to the grounds. Outdoors features dedicated garden beds, a garden shed, and a private pond with dock. Roomy, flexible layout and abundant outbuildings provide exceptional live/work opportunities while preserving a peaceful, pastoral setting close to town.

1041 Sterk Lane, Bellingham

Listing courtesy of John L. Scott Bellingham.

$785,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2561802 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Endless possibilities in a prime Bellingham location! This versatile property features approximately 2,100 sq ft of total living space, including a main home with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, fresh interior/exterior paint, and an updated electrical panel. Bring your ideas to customize the kitchen to your personal style! Backyard is fenced, perfect for pets and is bordered by Padden Creek. A major highlight is the potential approximate 650 sq ft ADU complete with its own separate entrance, kitchen, full bath, studio style living area, and a flexible secondary room. Ideal for multi-generational living, a private guest suite, or potential income stream. Conveniently located near Fairhaven, WWU, and trails and easy I-5 access. Buyer to verify square footage and potential ADU permitting/use. Main house and potential ADU on separate electrical meters. One RV parking space with full service hook ups, one with sewer hook up only and one RV storage area.

2001 30th Street, Bellingham

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Western Realty.

$819,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2557572 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This 1,100 sq ft home is a genuinely comfortable place to live the modest life: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and a loft, attached to a garage with a full 16' of clearance. Step outside to a covered patio for morning coffee or evening wind-down. And if you've been dreaming of building your own home from the ground up, the architectural plans for a main house are included — the groundwork is already laid. Pull through the automatic gate and you're on almost 5 acres of your own — a huge grass field to spread out on, plenty of room to park, and RV parking tucked under a lean-to on the side of the house. Then there's the shop. It's massive — complete with several separate rooms — the possibilities are endless. Space to grow into, land to make your own, a shop with real possibilities, and all within minutes from all the Bellingham amenities you need.

568 Wiltse Lane, Bellingham

Listing courtesy of Muljat Group.

$599,900
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2552015 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 3990 Roma Ct — Bellingham Living at Its Best! Tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac, this home offers the rare combination of privacy and unbeatable convenience. With minimal through-traffic and a true neighborhood feel, it's the perfect setting for anyone craving quiet without sacrificing access to everyday essentials. Squalicum High School and Northern Heights Elementary are both within walking distance, putting top-rated education right at your doorstep. The friendly neighbors and true sense of place make this a wonderful community to call home. Step outside to a beautiful garden with fruit trees — peaches, plums, apples, Asian pears, and cherries — bursting with blossoms each spring and delivering a bountiful harvest come summer. Inside, skylights bring in an abundance of natural light, while the two-car garage offers handy overhead storage. Shopping, dining, and everyday amenities are just minutes away, so groceries, coffee shops, and restaurants are always within easy reach. The home also comes with a newer hot water heater and furnace, both installed within the last few years, offering added value and efficiency. This is more than a house — it's a lifestyle. Enjoy the tranquility of cul-de-sac living paired with the convenience of being close to it all. Don't miss your chance to call 3990 Roma Ct home!

3990 Roma Court, Bellingham

Listing courtesy of Petz Real Estate.

$675,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2550178 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home perfectly situated on a peaceful dead-end lane in Bellingham. A stand alone air space condo offering privacy and tranquility while remaining conveniently close to everything the Pacific Northwest has to offer, this well-maintained residence is move-in ready and full of thoughtful updates.Step inside to beautiful manufactured hardwood floors that flow throughout the main living areas, creating a warm and durable foundation for your everyday life. The kitchen shines with sleek granite countertops, providing ample workspace and a modern touch that makes meal prep a pleasure.The highlight of the home is the updated master suite, featuring contemporary finishes, generous space, and a luxurious full bath. Two additional bedrooms and another full bath offer flexibility for guests, or a home office, while the convenient half bath serves the main living areas.Outside, entertain and relax in style on the large deck overlooking the private backyard. The deck is perfect for morning coffee, evening barbecues, or simply unwinding, and the included hot tub provides the ultimate year-round retreat after a day of hiking, skiing, or exploring Bellingham’s vibrant community. A great home for a first-time buyer, someone downsizing, or looking for a low-maintenance home in a great neighborhood.

702 Kodiak Lane, Bellingham

Listing courtesy of Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc..

$506,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2545797 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
SELLER WILLING TO $$ HELP CLOSING COSTS! Live where every day feels like a getaway! This home is located in a sought-after community with outstanding amenities and an easy, active lifestyle. Enjoy access to a golf course, marina, beaches, swimming pools, gym, clubhouse, and more. Whether you love morning walks along the water, afternoons on the golf course, or evenings watching the sunset at the beach, you’ll find it all just minutes from your door.The level lot and flat access to the main streets make getting around easy, while convenient community mailboxes, ample parking, and nearby bus service on Route 512 add to the home’s everyday convenience.Inside, you’ll find a comfortable bright home with new flooring through out! This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home offers over 1500 ft.² with two living areas and a cozy wood-burning fireplace that can be converted to propane, and the newer electric stove, a new microwave and dishwasher!The exterior has been freshly cared for with the driveway, deck, gutters, and roof pressure washed, helping the home shine and making it move-in ready. With affordable monthly dues of just $167.21, you’ll enjoy an incredible combination of recreation, convenience, and community.Come experience the lifestyle that makes this neighborhood one of the area’s most desirable places to call home!! Preferred lender credit of up to $2500 Kendall Kelly ***Chuckanut Mortgage. 3607394063

2 Western Lane, Bellingham

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

$564,500
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2541914 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Cordata neighborhood 2018 built 3 bed 2.5 bath corner-lot home with modern updates and move-in-ready finishes throughout! The open-concept floor plan is perfect for everyday living and entertaining, highlighted by a chef-inspired kitchen with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, and spacious island. Relax by the cozy gas fireplace in the living room, and enjoy the convenience of main-floor laundry and an attached garage. Primary suite with expansive walk in closet & attached bath also on the main level for added convenience along with a half bath and door out to back deck. Upstairs, you'll find 2 spacious bedrooms, including a full guest bath. Conveniently located near shopping, parks, freeway access, the airport, Costco, and Whatcom Community College, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and accessibility. Move right in and start enjoying all it has to offer!

4325 Larch Lane, Bellingham

Listing courtesy of John L. Scott Anacortes.

$558,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2516694 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover Modern Green Living at 517 Vista Springs Pl. in Bellingham! Welcome home to this beautifully designed 3-bed, 3-bath residence in Cordata’s sought-after Built Green solar community. The solar panels produce enough power to reduce summer PSE bills to near zero.Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac, this energy-efficient home offers comfort, style, & thoughtful choices. From the moment you enter, you’ll appreciate the bright, open layout featuring 9-foot ceilings in the comfortable great room and laminate flooring. The bright kitchen shines w/ quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and a gas stove for responsive cooking. A convenient guest bath and spacious garage complete the main level. Upstairs, the primary suite boasts a walk-in closet & private ensuite bathroom. Two additional bedrooms share a full bath, while a convenient laundry area makes daily living effortless. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard—perfect for pets, play, or gardening—plus access to community green spaces and a park. Located in one of Bellingham’s most convenient neighborhoods, you’re only a 5-minute drive to Costco, Target, and everyday shopping, and a quick bike ride to Cordata Park with walking trails, basketball courts, and pickleball courts. Whether you’re commuting, or love an active lifestyle, this move-in-ready home delivers the perfect blend of sustainability and modern comfort. Energy-efficient. Thoughtfully upgraded. Lifestyle perfect. Come experience sustainability and beauty.

517 Spring Vista Place, Bellingham

Listing courtesy of Muljat Group.

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