Birchwood Neighborhood

What You’ll Fall in Love With!

Large lots, great parks, and views of Bellingham Bay!

Market

The neighborhood is characterized by older single-family homes with giant lots and plenty of open space with some apartment buildings and condominiums mixed in. The neighborhood has seen the growth of apartment and condominium complexes located primarily along Northwest Avenue and on W. Maplewood Avenue.

What to Expect

Birchwood neighborhood offers a lot of amenities including a basketball court, baseball & softball fields, dog parks, and access to the bay. The city plans to develop more park space in the northwest portion of the neighborhood.

Real Talk

With Birchwood being a mix of residential and commercial the main arterials Birchwood Ave and Maplewood Ave & Northwest Ave get a steady stream of traffic throughout the day.