2604 Vining Place, Bellingham, WA 98226

Bellingham, WA 98226 · Bellingham
3 bd2.5 ba1,837 sqft0.31 ac lotBuilt 1975House
$870,000 $474 / sqft · Cumulative Days Active: 54 Estimate your monthly payment ↓
Contemporary, Bellingham Listing by John L. Scott Lacey 1 / 40
Price / sqft$474
Lot0.31 acres
Year built1975
TypeHouse
HOANone
Cumulative Days Active54

About this home

Turn-key living meets unexpected character in this beautifully updated Alabama Hill home, tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac with sunset-facing views toward the city and bay. Thoughtfully designed and meticulously maintained, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers comfortable living spaces, abundant natural light, and updates throughout. The main level welcomes you with a spacious living room framed by large windows, a cozy gas fireplace, and an updated kitchen with sleek counters and stainless-steel appliances. The dining area opens directly to the rear patio, creating an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the remodeled primary suite is a true retreat with beautiful views, a walk-through closet, and a spa-inspired bath. Two additional bedrooms and a full guest bath provide plenty of space. And then there’s the surprise… tucked behind a bookcase is a secret Prohibition-era speak-EZ and additional bath—an unforgettable feature that’s sure to be a conversation starter! Outside, enjoy fresh landscaping, a private backyard, and a sunset-facing perch overlooking the city and bay. Additional highlights include radiant floors in the kitchen and baths, fresh interior/exterior paint, and an attached 2-car garage. A rare combination of thoughtful updates, privacy, views, and personality in one of Bellingham’s desirable neighborhoods—come see what makes this home so special!

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Listed Aug 29, 2026MLS# 2575736

Facts & features

3Beds
2.5Baths
1,837 sqftLiving area
$474Price / sqft
1975Year built
0.31 acLot
Interior
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2.5
Living area1,837 sqft
StoriesOne and One Half
FlooringCeramic Tile, Laminate, Stone, Carpet
AppliancesDishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s)
Building
TypeHouse
StyleContemporary
Year built1975
RoofComposition
FoundationPoured Concrete, Slab
Lot & exterior
Lot size0.31 acres (13,504 sqft)
ViewBay, City, Partial, See Remarks
WaterfrontNo
Parking
ParkingDriveway, Attached Garage
Utilities
HeatingElectric, Natural Gas
SewerSewer Connected
WaterPublic
HOA & taxes
HOA duesNone
Property tax (2026)$5,135 / yr
Interior features
Bath Off PrimaryDbl Pane/Storm WindowDining RoomFireplaceJetted TubWalk-In Closet(s)Water Heater
Exterior & lot
Cement PlankedWoodWood Products

Monthly payment

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Payment estimate calculated by irenakolbert.com from the assumptions below — not part of the NWMLS listing data. A lender will confirm actual figures.

Loan term
Down payment$20%
Interest rate%
Est. total / month$4,93730-year fixed · 6.5%
P&I $4,399Taxes $428Insurance $110
Plus ~$26,100 closing costs (est. 3%), paid once at closing. Get pre-approval guidance →
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Price history

DateEventPrice Aug 29, 2026Listed for sale $870,000

Tax history

YearAssessed valueProperty tax
Source: Whatcom County Assessor. Assessed value is not a market value.

Schools

Bellingham School District
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MiddleBuyer To Verify
HighBuyer To Verify
School assignments come from the listing data provided by NWMLS. They're based on address and can change — verify with the district before relying on them.
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Downtown Bellingham7 min
WWU8 min
St. Joseph Hospital6 min
Peace Arch border33 min

Drive times are straight-line estimates calculated by irenakolbert.com — not part of the NWMLS listing data.

Median list price$600k600 active listings
Cumulative Days Active74median, active listings
List price per sqft$392this home: $474
Homes for sale600in Bellingham

Area figures compiled by irenakolbert.com from current active NWMLS listings — not part of this listing's data.

This home's list price per square foot is about 21% above the median of current Bellingham listings. Irena can pull recent closed sales on this street before you write an offer.

Listing details

StatusActive
MLS #2575736
ListedAug 29, 2026
List price$870,000
Cumulative Days Active54
Property typeHouse
StyleContemporary
Listing brokerageJohn L. Scott Lacey
SourceNWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing courtesy of John L. Scott Lacey. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Oct 23, 2026, 12:53 PM (date and time MLS GRID Data was obtained). All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website: listings located outside Whatcom and Skagit counties are not displayed.
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