NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Morse Square Condominiums 1015 Railroad Ave Unit 313 Bellingham, WA 98225

City Center Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $357,572 - $381,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
636 Sq Ft
1.22 Acres

Last Sold October 25, 2019

Last sale price $274,000 $431 Per Sq Ft

Est. 37% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,285/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Bellingham High School Rated A

About This Home

As of October 2019

Nicely updated 1-bed/1-bath unit in Morse Square located in the heart of downtown Bellingham across from the Farmers Market. Features include Granite countertops, 1 yr old SS appliances, new back splash, white hardwood flooring, updated bath, walk in closet w/ built ins, crown molding, 9ft ceilings, newer hot water tank, in unit laundry, balcony. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants, WWU, waterfront, nightlife and trail to Fairhaven. Walk score is 91. No restrictions on rentals.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sheila Osborne

Coldwell Banker Tomlinson Listed on: 09/19/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Sheila Osborne

Coldwell Banker Tomlinson Listed on: 09/19/2019

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1520857

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,928

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 1.22

Parking

  • Common or Shared Parking

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Street terminates at a dead end

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3803300950110039

Community Details

Overview

  • 76 Units
  • Downtown Community
  • 5-Story Property

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,928

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Style: 30 - Condo (1 Level)
  • Architecture: Craftsman
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Unit Floor Number: 3
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Remodeled: Y
  • Remodeled Updated: Y
  • Appliance Hookups: Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric, Washer
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 1.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 636
  • Window Coverings: Blinds/drapes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Cement Planked
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Numberof Assigned Spaces: 1
  • Parking Type: Common Garage
  • Parking Space Number: upper level #43

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Wall
  • Water Heater: Closet-Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Numberof Units in Building: 76
  • HOA Fees: 225
  • Community Name: Downtown
  • Project: Morse Square
  • Cats And Dogs: No Restrictions
  • Manager Contact Information: Son-Rise (360) 738-3700
  • Association Contact: Virginia
  • Common Property Features: Cable Tv, Elevator, Fire Sprinklers, High Speed Int Avail, Lobby Entrance, Trails
  • Home Owner Dues Included: Garbage, Water/Sewer, Common Area Maintenance
  • Unit Features: Balcony/Deck/Patio

Schools

  • Elementary School: Parkview Elem
  • Middle School: Whatcom Mid
  • High School: Bellingham High
  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Dead End Street, Sidewalk
  • Parcel Number: 3803300950110039

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 1457

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2024
Sold by
Lee James and Lin Cindy
Bought by
Titus Llc
Current Estimated Value
$374,627

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 19, 2019
Closed on
Oct 22, 2019
Sold by
Cartus Financial Corporation
Bought by
Lee James and Lin Cindy
Seller's Agent
Sheila Osborne
Coldwell Banker Tomlinson
Buyer's Agent
Sheila Osborne
Coldwell Banker Tomlinson
List Price
$279,000
Sold Price
$274,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.79%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.71%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 19, 2019
Closed on
Oct 16, 2019
Sold by
Bryant Parker Scott
Bought by
Cartus Finanicial Corporation
Seller's Agent
Sheila Osborne
Coldwell Banker Tomlinson
Buyer's Agent
Sheila Osborne
Coldwell Banker Tomlinson
List Price
$279,000
Sold Price
$274,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.79%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2016
Sold by
Lough Nathan J
Bought by
Bryant Parker Scott

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$153,000
Interest Rate
3.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2015
Sold by
Lough Julia V and Lough Nathan J
Bought by
Lough Nathan J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 2008
Sold by
Reynolds Lois J
Bought by
Lough Nathan J and Lough Julia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$165,600
Interest Rate
6.41%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Titus Llc $313 None Listed On Document
Lee James $274,000 Whatcom Land Title
Cartus Finanicial Corporation $274,000 Whatcom Land Title
Bryant Parker Scott $183,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Lough Nathan J -- Chicago Title Insurance
Lough Nathan J $184,780 Stewart Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Bryant Parker Scott $153,000
Previous Owner Lough Nathan J $144,000
Previous Owner Lough Nathan J $142,400
Previous Owner Lough Nathan J $165,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/25/2019 10/25/19 Sold $274,000 -1.8% $431 / Sq Ft
10/02/2019 10/02/19 Pending -- -- --
09/19/2019 09/19/19 For Sale $279,000 -- $439 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,928 $376,000 $52,640 $323,360
2023 $2,928 $376,000 $52,640 $323,360
2022 $2,554 $310,750 $43,505 $267,245
2021 $2,460 $275,000 $38,500 $236,500
2020 $1,766 $250,000 $35,000 $215,000
2019 $1,457 $173,473 $32,274 $141,199
2018 $1,614 $143,427 $26,684 $116,743
2017 $1,222 $135,870 $25,270 $110,600
2016 $218 $107,500 $20,000 $87,500
2015 $226 $20,000 $20,000 $0
2014 -- $20,000 $20,000 $0
2013 -- $20,000 $20,000 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Sheila Osborne

    Coldwell Banker Tomlinson

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  • Karen Caemmerer

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Karen Caemmerer

    Windermere Corporate

    (360) 303-8782

    3 in this area

    79 Total Sales

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About Morse Square Condominiums

Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1520857

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380330-095011-0039

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225 City Center

1015 Railroad Ave Unit 313, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 1015 Railroad Ave Unit 313, Bellingham, WA 98225 since 19 September 2019 and is currently estimated at $370,643, approximately $582 per square foot. This property was built in 2005. 1015 Railroad Ave Unit 313 is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Parkview Elementary School, Whatcom Middle School, and Bellingham High School.

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