By Genaro Shaffer, Bellwether Real Estate — Updated May 2026
Townhomes blend single-family privacy with HOA-managed common areas. Bellingham townhomes concentrate in newer subdivisions (Cordata, Barkley) and downtown-adjacent.
Current townhome listings
(↓ IDX filtered to townhomes)
[Showcase IDX widget: townhome filter]Townhome segments
Cordata townhomes: $400K-$600K Barkley Village townhomes: $450K-$650K Downtown-adjacent: $400K-$750K Newer construction: $500K-$700K
Townhome vs single-family vs condo
Townhome:
- Multi-story attached
- Owns land underneath unit
- HOA for common areas
- More privacy than condo
Single-family:
- Detached
- Full ownership of land + structure
- May have HOA in subdivision
Condo:
- Shared building
- Owns interior only
- HOA owns building + common areas
Townhome buyer profiles
- Working professionals
- Young families wanting more space than condo
- First-home buyers wanting newer construction
- Downsizers wanting low-maintenance with privacy
Townhome due diligence
- HOA financial review (same as condo)
- CCRs + restrictions
- Roof + common area maintenance responsibilities
- Parking allocation
- Pet rules
- Resale value vs single-family
- Insurance coverage
FAQ
Median Bellingham townhome price? $450K-$650K typical.
HOA dues? $200-$500/mo typical.
Good for families? Yes — more space than condo, less maintenance than single-family.
Investment potential? Variable — verify HOA rental rules.
Talk to Genaro about townhomes
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Genaro Shaffer · WA Broker #27119 · Bellwether Real Estate · 11+ years · 67+ transactions · 5.0 Zillow 📞 (360) 389-6616, Bellingham WA 98225 Powered by Bellwether Real Estate · Member NWMLS · Equal Housing Opportunity