1817 Iowa Dr, Bellingham, WA 98229

3 bedroom / 2.5 bath home with modern layout for rent adjacent to Whatcom Falls park on North end ~5 minute drive from town center. Can also bike to town in ~10 minutes or walk through park to adjoining trails in ~40 minutes (secondary trail pops out near Bellingham Ford). Back of home faces park to towering evergreens and park wildlife (deer, owls, ravens, bunnies). Friendly neighbors on quiet dead-end street (Iowa Drive, just up hill from Iowa Street). Cozy wood-burning fireplace in den + outdoor firepit. Modern appliances, most of which were newly installed by owner in 2021. Many other upgrades to home installed at time of purchase (new tile floors throughout, roof, furnace, washer/dryer, dishwasher, fridge, etc). Converted garage studio retained for use by owner. Double door in between for privacy & sound reduction. No shared living space. Tenant retains exclusive access to back yard and welcome to use front yard. Well-behaved dogs possible with meeting. Owner has dogs who are friendly with dogs and people. $3200/month with tenant paying only heat (gas) and owner paying water, sewer, garbage/recycle/yard waste, internet, & power. (Garage studio has separate heating unit). Front yard fully fenced with modest gate to secure parking. Back yard mostly fenced with small space for deer to pass through. Ample parking in driveway + plenty of extra space on street. Electric car charger in driveway which owner typically uses only once or twice a week. Available to rent March 1. Available partly furnished if desired. Main appeal of home is quiet yet convenient location in serene neighborhood on WF park. Ideal for easy access to outdoor trails. Most suitable for families, couples, or single folks desiring space/peace/quiet/scenery. Not suitable as a party house. No application fee but owner will collect some personal information from prospective tenants for due dilligence. Owner plans to live in studio but travel regularly. Will be available to show by appointment from January 15-31 and February 15-28. Please leave voicemail or text with inquiries providing brief description of party desiring to rent and owner will promptly respond.