New Construction Homes in Bellingham, WA

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Explore for-sale communities by Janicki Residential, from bay-oriented condos at Madrona to move-in-ready townhomes at Trailside in Cordata.

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Find Your Place in Bellingham

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From in-town condominium living near Boulevard and Bellingham Bay to modern townhomes in Cordata beside parks and protected open space, Janicki Residential offers distinct new construction ownership opportunities designed around the way people live in Bellingham.

Compare the communities below to see which setting, home type, and lifestyle fit you best.

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Explore Our Bellingham Communities

MADRONA
Condos

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Pre-selling now for June occupancy, Madrona offers a distinctive in-town setting at the convergence of downtown, Boulevard, and the shoreline. The result is a rare ownership opportunity that combines urban access with a more elevated residential feel near Bellingham Bay.

Madrona’s studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences are designed for bright, comfortable everyday living, with clean modern finishes, thoughtful layouts, and select homes offering expansive outlooks toward the bay, waterfront, and city. Located at the State and Boulevard landmark roundabout, with immediate access to the South Bay Trail, Madrona places you close to downtown dining and shopping, Boulevard Park, Fairhaven, the waterfront, and Western Washington University.

Highlights:

  • Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans

  • Pre-selling now for June occupancy

  • In-town location at the junction of downtown, Boulevard, and the shoreline

  • Select homes with outlooks toward the bay, waterfront, and city

  • Immediate access to the South Bay Trail

TRAILSIDE
Townhomes

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Trailside offers move-in-ready new townhomes in Bellingham’s Cordata neighborhood, beside Northern Lights Park and the Bear Creek protected open space. It is a community shaped around practical everyday livability, combining attainable new-construction ownership with a setting that feels connected to both neighborhood amenities and the outdoors.

With thoughtfully designed two-bedroom and three-bedroom layouts, Trailside stands out for features that are hard to find at its price point. All three-bedroom homes include a main-floor primary bedroom, and the larger plans include an enclosed private courtyard/patio. Depending on plan, homes may also include attached garages and heated indoor storage.

Highlights:

  • Two-bedroom and three-bedroom floor plans

  • Move-in-ready homes available

  • All three-bedroom homes include a main-floor primary bedroom

  • Larger plans include an enclosed private courtyard/patio

  • Located in Cordata beside Northern Lights Park and Bear Creek open space

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Which Community Fits Your Lifestyle?

Choose Madrona if you want:

  • An in-town Bellingham location near downtown, Boulevard, and the bay

  • Condominium living with a modern, efficient footprint

  • Easy access to restaurants, shopping, the waterfront, and Western Washington University

  • A home that feels connected to the city while still offering a more residential orientation toward Bellingham Bay

Both communities offer the advantages of new construction, but they deliver two distinctly different ownership experiences. Madrona is tailored to buyers who want an in-town setting with bay-oriented character and walkable access to the city. Trailside is a strong fit for buyers who want more room, more practical day-to-day functionality, and a setting shaped by parks, open space, and neighborhood convenience.

Choose Trailside if you want:

  • A townhome with more usable living space and a more neighborhood-oriented setting

  • A main-floor primary bedroom in a three-bedroom home

  • Private outdoor space in the larger plans

  • A home in Cordata near parks, trails, protected open space, and everyday conveniences

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Available Home Types

Janicki Residential offers a range of home types in Bellingham, from efficiently designed condominiums at Madrona to practical two- and three-bedroom townhomes at Trailside.

  • Studio Condos

  • 1-Bedroom Condos

  • 2-Bedroom Condos

At Madrona

  • 2-Bedroom Townhomes

  • 3-Bedroom Townhomes

At Trailside

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Why Choose New Construction in Bellingham?

For buyers looking for more efficient layouts, updated finishes, lower upkeep, and the peace of mind that comes with a brand-new home, nothing beats new construction.

That is especially true in Bellingham, where much of the housing stock dates back many decades, including a substantial number of homes that are approaching — or have already exceeded — a century in age. Older homes can offer charm, but they often come with tradeoffs: dated systems, higher maintenance demands, and greater vulnerability tied to age, deferred upkeep, and outdated construction standards.

A new construction home offers a different proposition. Modern layouts, contemporary materials, improved energy performance, and current life-safety and structural standards can make everyday living simpler, more comfortable, and more predictable.

Whether you are drawn to a bay-oriented condominium at Madrona or a move-in-ready townhome at Trailside, Janicki Residential offers ownership opportunities designed for the way people want to live in Bellingham today.

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Thoughtfully Created for Northwest Washington Living

Janicki Residential offers homes shaped by a broader development philosophy: create distinctive places that respond to their setting, support the surrounding community, and deliver lasting value over time.

That means paying attention not only to floor plans and finishes, but also to how each community fits its neighborhood, takes advantage of the unique character of the property, and responds to the evolving needs of homeowners and the community around it.

From in-town condominiums near the bay to neighborhood townhomes designed for practical everyday living, Janicki Residential focuses on homes that feel current, well considered, and grounded in Northwest Washington.

This positioning aligns with The RJ Group’s public emphasis on conscientious land-use planning, distinctive spaces, respect for the natural environment, and projects that respond insightfully to the needs of customers and the community.

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Life in Bellingham, WA

Bellingham offers a rare combination of bay views, neighborhood character, and access to the outdoors. Some buyers are drawn to in-town living near downtown, Boulevard, the waterfront, and Western Washington University. Others are looking for a home base with easier access to parks, trails, open space, and everyday amenities.

That balance is part of what makes the city so appealing — and it is reflected in Janicki Residential’s for-sale communities. Madrona offers a more urban, bay-oriented ownership opportunity in an in-town setting, while Trailside offers a more neighborhood-oriented townhome lifestyle in Cordata.

There is also a broader connection to the outdoor culture that helps define Bellingham. The RJ Group describes Galbraith Tree Farm as a 2,240-acre forestland near Bellingham with a 45+ mile trail system, and Rob Janicki has publicly described access to Galbraith Mountain as an integral part of the Bellingham community for mountain bikers, hikers, and trail runners. My view is that this connection is worth referencing lightly, as a credibility layer, but not making central to the sales message on this page.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Janicki Residential’s current for-sale communities in Bellingham include new condominium homes at Madrona and new townhomes at Trailside. Madrona includes studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, while Trailside includes two-bedroom and three-bedroom townhomes

  • Madrona is located at the State and Boulevard roundabout near downtown, Boulevard, and the South Bay Trail, while Trailside is located in Bellingham’s Cordata neighborhood beside Northern Lights Park and the Bear Creek protected open space.

  • Madrona is currently pre-selling for June occupancy.

  • Yes. The current Trailside page says move-in-ready homes are available.

  • Use the inquiry form on this page or click through to each community page to explore floor plans, current opportunities, and contact options.