Bellingham House for sale: 4 bedroom 3,037 sq.ft. (Listed 2006-04-26)

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• Property Value$1,290,000
• Property Address222 Middlefield Rd., Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
• TypeHouse
• Year Built1938

• Living Area3,037 sq.ft.
• Lot Size Area0.87 sq.ft.
• Bedrooms4
• Bathrooms3 full

Address

222 Middlefield Rd., Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States

Description

Features

• This Art Deco home was designed by renowned architect, Leonard Bindon. It was built in 1938, and he lived in it briefly after it was completed. Other homes he designed in the Edgemoor neighborhood include: 312 Briar Road (1937), 290 Briar Road (1941) and 245 Middlefield Road (1938). Soon after, Bindon was offered a job with a Seattle architecture firm which became Bindon and Wright. Bindon and Wright designed Seattle's downtown central library which was dedicated in 1960. It was one of Seattle's first and finest examples of the International Style. The building was closed for demolition in June of 2001.


• 4 bedrooms, 2.75 bathrooms


• Approximately 3037 square feet


• Glowing oak floors extend through living and dining rooms, entry, hallway and staircase


• Extensive crown molding through most main floor rooms and upper level bedrooms


• Large, inviting living room has natural gas fireplace. Oversized windows look out over formal garden and front lawn. This soothing room is infused with natural light and warmth, creating a calm and meditative environment.


• Elegant dining room with built-in sideboard, cabinets and lighted shelves will accommodate the largest family gatherings


• Bathroom with shower is located off entry hallway. The dining room was once used as a main floor master bedroom, and the presence of a shower on this level eliminated the need to climb stairs.


• Updated kitchen has stainless steel Sub-Zero refrigerator, Kitchen Aid Superba wall oven and dishwasher, and stainless electric cooktop. Tile countertops and white cabinets create a clean, contemporary look. A bank of built-in pantry / storage cabinets provides an incredible amount of storage. Adjacent family room and breakfast area have beadboard ceiling and built-in bookcase with cabinets across back wall. Ceramic tile flooring extends through kitchen, laundry room and entire family room. Kitchen and family room both enjoy pleasant views over the park-like back yard. Slip out the back door to the side yard patio with vine-covered trellis - a calm, cool location for a morning cup of coffee or evening glass of wine.


• Laundry room is conveniently located next to the kitchen. Mechanical room entrance is outside off back walkway, giving easy access to boiler, water heater, sprinkler controls and main water shutoff.


• Four bedrooms are located on upper floor. Beautiful fir floors on landing are also under the carpet in the three original bedrooms.


• Enticing master bedroom addition was added in 1988. Features include a private deck, three closets, tranquil color palette, double vanity, plus a relaxing steam shower with new steam unit. Roof covering beneath cedar decking is IB insulated blanket, providing an excellent water barrier with a little cushioning under foot.


• Hot water radiant baseboards and upright radiators supply a comfortable, even heat. Natural gas boiler was installed in 2005. Gas hot water tank is approximately four years old.


• 40 year Presidential composition roof with algae control was installed in 1999


• Exterior was repainted in 2004


• Electrical system has been updated, grounded, and GFCI protected


• Three car garage has an extra garage door on back for convenient access to the back yard. The attached shop has built-in workbench and attic storage. Garage is connected to house by an oversized mudroom with ample space for raincoats and muddy shoes.


• Lot dimensions 200' x 251' x 110' x 232', approximately .87 acre. Maintenance is simplified by an underground sprinkler system and mature landscaping.


• 2006 taxes $4297


• Schools: Happy Valley Elementary, Fairhaven Middle, Sehome High