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Hugely popular shopping district with nearby transportation hubs
Set 4 miles south of downtown Bellingham, Fairhaven is one of the city's most popular areas, with a wide selection of locally owned shops and restaurants. “The vibe of Fairhaven is older, very cute, and has a whole lot of character that people really love,” says Keith Ferris, a longtime Bellingham resident and local broker with Madrona Residential Real Estate. The main commercial corridor on the neighborhood's east side, often called Fairhaven Village, is popular with both tourists and locals; here, most businesses are set in historic brick buildings from the late 19th century. Housing within walking distance of the village is in high demand, even among buyers from neighboring communities like South Hill and Edgemoor. Condos and apartments are generally set east near the shops, while most single-family homes are found along the neighborhood's southern border. On the neighborhood’s west side, Marine Park provides a small waterfront space, while the Alaskan Ferry port and Fairhaven Amtrak Station are major transportation hubs for the whole city. Fairhaven's high foot traffic is consistent throughout the year, occasionally boosted by festivals and events like the annual holiday Winterfest.
Locally owned eateries and small shops housed in historic buildings
Shops and restaurants are clustered on the neighborhood’s east side, usually housed in historic brick buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries; some businesses offer a brief history of their particular building on their website. The commercial area often gets a lot of foot traffic, enabled by wide sidewalks and old-fashioned wrought-iron streetlights. The Black Cat restaurant is a local staple, offering upscale spins on American comfort fare, and a selection of house cocktails. On the weekends, residents can get brunch at places like Skylark’s Café, which has lots of outdoor seating for guests to enjoy the nice summer weather here; nightlife options include 1-Up Lounge, a cocktail bar with pinball, tabletop and video games. Locally owned shops include boutiques, jewelry stores and Village Books and Paper Dreams, a popular independent bookstore since 1980. Residents can get groceries at the Haggen next to Fairhaven Village.
Fairhaven residents head to The Black Cat for steamed Manila clams and white wine.
There's plenty of shopping and restaurant options available for Fairhaven residents to enjoy.
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Condos and Craftsman bungalows within walking distance of shops
The homes closest to Fairhaven Village are mainly condos and apartments in mid-rise luxury complexes or sometimes set above shops and restaurants; studio and one-bedroom units sell for $300,000 to $450,000, while two-bedroom units sell for $600,000 to $800,000. Single-family homes are found in the southern end of the neighborhood, within a mile's stroll of the Village along narrow, paved and sidewalk-free roads. Craftsman cottages built between 1890 and 1940 are common here, but there are also midcentury minimal traditional homes; both styles have two or three bedrooms and range from $700,000 to $1 million. Many single-family homes here have large driveways and parking spaces rather than garages, and their lots are bordered on all sides by mature oak and maple trees.
Cherish the serenity of Fairhaven living from the comfort of your home.
Enjoy more urban life in these beautiful Fairhaven condominiums.
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Holiday festivities in Fairhaven Village
Fairhaven Village hosts many festivals throughout the year. One of the largest is the annual, month-long Winterfest each December, with activities like horse-drawn carriage rides, a holiday tree lighting, and an art walk featuring local artisans. In the spring, the community dresses in period clothing and celebrates its founder with an annual Dirty Dan Harris Festival, which features live music, street vendors and a chili cook-off.
Scenic views of Bellingham Bay at Marine Park
Amid the neighborhood's shops, bars and restaurants, locals can take a break at the Fairhaven Village Green, an open grassy lawn with a stage for live music. The 2-acre Marine Park, set on the banks of Bellingham Bay, is one of the few waterfront spaces in south Bellingham, offering a small rock beach and picnic area with beautiful views of the water and nearby islands.
Embrace living surrounded by nature at Marine Park in Fairhaven.
Relax in the shade while enjoying bay views at Clark’s Point near Fairhaven.
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Fairhaven Amtrak station, ferry ports and bus stops
“Fairhaven is a transportation hub,” says Ken Harrison, a Bellingham resident of 36 years and local broker with Madrona Residential Real Estate. “You can catch the train, ferry and bus service, and that’s all only minutes away.” The local Fairhaven Amtrak Station connects the city to Seattle, 88 miles south, and Vancouver, 95 miles north. A few Whatcom Transportation Authority bus routes pass through the neighborhood, including some that stop at the Amtrak station, where locals can park and ride. At the Bellingham Cruise and Ferry Terminal, locals can catch a boat ride to several ports in Alaska. Peace Health Saint Joseph Hospital is 7 miles away, and Bellingham International Airport is 10 miles away.
Nearby Bellingham County schools
Local kids can attend Lowell Elementary School before moving on to Fairhaven Middle, both rated B-plus by Niche. The A-rated Sehome High was recently renovated with an entirely new building, designed to let in more natural light and furnished with new smartboards and other teaching tools.
Sehome High School prepares students for graduation and beyond.
Find peace knowing your children are getting a great education at Fairhaven Middle School.
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Parks in this Area
Fairhaven Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Fairhaven Village Green
Picnic Area
Trails
Woodstock Farm
Port of Bellingham
Boulevard Park
Clark's Point
Marine Park
Transit
Airport
Bellingham International
16 min drive
Bus
Donovan Ave & 12th St
Bus
Fairhaven Transportation Center
Bus
Harris Ave & 9th St
Bus
Bellingham
Bus
Harris Ave & 6th St
Bus
12th St & Mill Ave
Bus
12th St & Mckenzie Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fairhaven
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairhaven, Bellingham sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Fairhaven, Bellingham over the last 12 months is $788,647, up 29% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Fairhaven Village Condos are an 8-unit association tucked away in lower Fairhaven w/ quick access to trails, waterfront and unique shops & restaurants. This 2 bed, 2 bath townhouse unit lives like a home and is flooded with natural light and offers both privacy and bay/sunset views from both levels. Recently remodeled kitchen w/ eating bar open to living w/ FP & dining w/ slider to view deck.
Chris Thorndike-KentWindermere Real Estate Whatcom
Fairhaven Village Condos are an 8-unit association tucked away in lower Fairhaven w/ quick access to trails, waterfront and unique shops & restaurants. This 2 bed, 2 bath townhouse unit lives like a home and is flooded with natural light and offers both privacy and bay/sunset views from both levels. Recently remodeled kitchen w/ eating bar open to living w/ FP & dining w/ slider to view deck.
Chris Thorndike-KentWindermere Real Estate Whatcom
Newly Remodeled Fairhaven luxury townhome with Bay views. Light-filled living room, dining room, culinary kitchen and powder room on main floor. Secured parking from the back door. Interior elevator to all 4 levels. Private deck, balcony, and rooftop patio. Primary suite features a gas fireplace, large bath with soaking tub, tiled shower plus walk-in closet. Home features brass lighting, Grohe
Introducing "Opera House" ~ Fairhaven's luxury apartment living, at its finest. Enjoy modern amenities and styling, while being surrounded by buildings full of history.Expertly designed layouts. Choose from floorplans w/studio, 1 & 2 bedroom units w/ 1 or 2 bathrooms, views, lofts, Juliette balconies & much more providing the perfect fit for your lifestyle.Uncompromising quality.
Looking to have your business located on the South Side of Bellingham? If so you don't want to miss the chance to lease a space in Finnegan's Alley! We are looking for a longer term tenant(year lease minimum)to make this space their own. Rent plus deposit includes Water, Sewer, Heat & Electricity. All we ask is you cover your own cable/internet. Modified Gross Lease Rent and tenant improvements
Experience the pinnacle of luxury living at Blair Park, Fairhaven's newest gem! Revel in the abundant natural light from expansive windows, relish in the spacious layouts, and enjoy the convenience of deluxe stainless-steel kitchen appliances and hand-selected finishes. All units come complete with full-size washers and dryers.Nestled in Bellingham's historic district, Blair Park offers
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,408
Median Age
49
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$97,793
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,353
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.7%
College Graduates
64.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
37.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
77/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
77/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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