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Heliotrope Boutique Hotel
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$3,500,000

2419 Elm St, Bellingham, WA 98225

Guests can use an indoor lounge and an outdoor amenity area with a fire pit, lawn games, and space for pets.

Property Size15,000 SF
Days on Market3

Property Features for 2419 Elm St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 15,000 SF
Property subtype Hotel-Motel

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes

Amenities

Pacific Northwest-inspired guest rooms
indoor lobby and lounge (The Hub)
outdoor gathering area (The Yard) with fire pit, lawn games, and dedicated pet space
Modern, Pacific Northwestern-Designed Boutique Hotel
Business Model Features Low-Overhead Amenities and F&B to Maximize NOI
Significant Leisure Travel Demand in the Immediate Area (Nearly 3.5M Visitors to Bellingham in 2025)
Ideally Located Along the I-5 Corridor Between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, B.C.
Situated 1 Mile from Downtown Bellingham and Attractions Including Mount Baker Theatre, Maritime Heritage Park, Marine Life Center, and Several Museums
2 Miles to Civic Athletic Complex, which Drives Sports-Tourism Revenue
2 Miles to Western Washington University (14k+ Enrollment) and Sehome Hill Arboretum
3 Miles to Bellingham International Airport (~529,000 Passengers Annually)

Building Details

Building Size 15,000 SF
Year Built 1950
Year Renovated 2017
Listed By: Clayton Hill · License #License(s): WA: 20115936
Source: Marcusmillichap
Added: Oct 11 Last Checked: Oct 12 at 4:54PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The Heliotrope is a 16-room hotel built in 1950 and renovated in 2017. Guest amenities include an indoor lobby lounge and an outdoor area with a fire pit, lawn games, and a designated pet space. Room configurations are described as flexible.

The property is less than one mile from downtown Bellingham and just off Interstate 5. PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center and the Port of Bellingham are each approximately one mile away. Western Washington University, with enrollment exceeding 14,000 students, is approximately two miles from the hotel; Bellingham International Airport is roughly three miles away.

Key Highlights

  • 16 guest rooms
  • Built in 1950 and renovated in 2017
  • Indoor lobby lounge and outdoor area with fire pit, lawn games, and dedicated pet space

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$112,860
Cap Rate
3.22%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,257,200 $2.3M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,612,286 $1.6M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,254,000 $1.3M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 15,000 SF
Gross rent
$270.0K $18.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$32.4K −$2.16/SF
EGI
$237.6K $15.84/SF
− OpEx
−$124.7K −$8.32/SF
NOI
$112.9K $7.52/SF
Area
Whatcom County, WA
Vacancy
12.00%
Lease Rate
$18.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
52.50%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,257,200
Cap Rate 7%
$1,612,286
Cap Rate 9%
$1,254,000

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Hotel Hospitality
$1.61M
$1.41M – $1.88M (±1% cap)
NOI $112,860 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.22%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$3.54M
$3.10M – $4.13M (±1% cap)
NOI $247,703 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.08%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Heliotrope Hotel Hotel & Motel

Suggested Use

Top Pick Locksmith HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Cosmetic Store Tanning Salon

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,048
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 98225, WA

49,078
Population
24,202
Households
2
Avg Household Size
31
Median Age
48%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
12.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,895
Density / Sq Mi
$62,220
Median Household Income
$33,122
Median Earnings
$1,430
Median Rent
$588,800
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Hotel - Guests can use an indoor lounge and an outdoor amenity area with a fire pit, lawn games, and space for pets.
Where is this hotel located?
The property is located at 2419 Elm St Bellingham, WA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,500,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 16 guest rooms; Built in 1950 and renovated in 2017; Indoor lobby lounge and outdoor area with fire pit, lawn games, and dedicated pet space
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