$750,000
( )
 $4,026 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

521 Kentucky Street,Bellingham, WA 98225

Bellingham, WA 98225

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Rare Sunnyland commercial opportunity with established restaurant history. A unique opportunity to own a piece of Bellingham's Sunnyland neighborhood history, the longtime home of the beloved HomeSkillet restaurant and, most recently, Homeschool BBQ. This distinctive commercial property offers an exceptional opportunity for an owner-user, restaurateur, or investor looking to establish a business in a location with strong local recognition and a built-in history of successful food and beverage use. HomeSkillet operated at the property for approximately 10 years and became a beloved Bellingham institution, known for its eclectic personality, comfort food, and community-focused atmosphere. The property subsequently continued as Homeschool BBQ, which operated from the same location from 2023 through April 2026. Located in the popular Sunnyland neighborhood, the property offers excellent visibility and convenient access to surrounding residential neighborhoods and nearby Bellingham amenities. The existing restaurant-oriented improvements and distinctive character provide a strong foundation for a new culinary concept, neighborhood gathering place, retail use, or other compatible commercial venture. With a memorable history, recognizable location, and the flexibility to bring a new vision to an established commercial space, 521 Kentucky St is an opportunity to create the next chapter of a truly unique Bellingham property.

Details

MLS #2571958
Listing TypeFor Sale
StyleCommercial Industrial
Sub-TypeResale
StatusActive
Year1950
Days On Site37
Listing Provided ByJohn L. Scott Bellingham | Jen Sandoval

Features

ZoningBusiness,Commercial
Acreage0.22

Taxes

Property5009

Area Information

StateWA
CountyWhatcom
CityBellingham
Zip Code98225
Area860 Bellingham
Community NameSunnyland
Listing VS Median (in Sunnyland)
Price:
$750,000
low | high
Med:
$632,400
65.68% of Average
On site:
37
low | high
Med:
227
16.299559471366% of Average
Sourced by Back At You

Market Activity 98225

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StateWA
CountyWhatcom
CityBellingham
Zip Code98225
Area860 Bellingham
Community NameSunnyland
Listing VS Median (in Sunnyland)
Price:
$750,000
low | high
Med:
$632,400
65.68% of Average
On site:
37
low | high
Med:
227
16.299559471366% of Average
Sourced by Back At You
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Listing Updated: September 24, 2026 at 5:17:51 PM PDT