Charming Upstairs Historic Downtown 1BR | Near WWU

Explore downtown Bellingham from this spacious, charming upstairs one bedroom in a historic 1895 duplex. Walk to 20+ great restaurants and breweries within 1/3 mile. WWU is a 5-minute drive or 15-minute walk. Fully-updated, packed w/ amenities, and in a perfect location.

Great for WWU parents
Reserved off-street parking
1/2 block to Aslan brewpub
Queen bed in bedroom
Queen sleeper sofa in living room
Full kitchen
Inside bike storage
Big yard w/ Adirondack chairs
Fast WiFi
Off-street parking
Washer/dryer in unit
Smart TV, games, and books

This charming one bedroom space is on the upper level of a historic duplex, built in 1895 as a single-family home, converted to a duplex in the 1950s, and fully renovated by us in 2023. It offers 826 square feet, with a living room, dining room, bedroom, full kitchen (with clothes washer/dryer), and entry area where you can store bikes or other gear. There is ample closet/dresser space in the bedroom.

This space is best for for one to four people who want to have direct access to downtown, while relaxing and/or working remotely. We welcome families with school-age children, but the property is not appropriate for pre-schoolers or younger. The building is on a residential street immediately immediately adjacent to downtown. The street is usually quiet, though you may hear some city noises from the larger streets nearby.

Other guests may occupy the unit downstairs, and you may hear them walking around their space from time to time.

Other details about the space:
-There are security cameras outside over the front door, rear door, side door of the downstairs unit, and over the parking lot. The interior is not visible on any of the security cameras.
-The WiFi is typically fast and coverage is strong throughout the space. The desk is large enough to work comfortably on a laptop. There's a great sounding Bluetooth speaker on the desk and a vintage-looking AM/FM radio in the dining room with audio cables for your phone or computer.
-On the 4K Roku TV you can sign into your own accounts.
-There is a full-sized washer and dryer. We supply detergent pods and dryer sheets.
-All windows have blinds for privacy.
-There are two AC/heat unit with remote controls, and a forced air heater in the bedroom. The ceiling fan in the bedroom helps to distribute the warm or cool air.
-The kitchen has a full size range, microwave, and toaster, plus pots, pans, utensils, and the basics needed for cooking.
-There is a drip coffee maker, French press, and a starter supply of drip coffee.
-Extra pillows, blankets, and towels are provided.
-The unit is licensed as a short term rental with the City of Bellingham, permit number USE2024-0006.

Guests have exclusive access to the entire space. The yard is shared.

We live nearby and we are happy to help out with any questions you have about the unit, or with tips about where to go and what to do in Bellingham.

Downtown Bellingham is lively and fun, with great restaurants, entertainment venues, and culture. You'll be a 1 minute walk to Aslan Brewing Company and a 5-10 minute walk to the Farmer's Market, Wild Buffalo, Mount Baker Theater, Food Co Op grocery store, Rite Aid pharmacy, bowling alley, rock climbing gym, yoga studios, museums, and everything else downtown has to offer.

The apartment is a 5 Minute drive to WWU.

In downtown Bellingham you also may come across people experiencing homelessness, graffiti, and traffic noise.

The building is on the edge of downtown and is an easy walk to breweries, coffee, groceries, and entertainment venues. If you prefer to drive, there is typically parking close to downtown restaurants, businesses, and attractions.

The building has settled with age, and you may notice that some of floors are sloped.

Stays longer than 28 days require signing a rental agreement.