Listed by Coldwell Banker Bain, Bought with Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
$660,000
SOLD SEP 27, 2013

1041 Sterk Ln Bellingham, WA 98226

3 Beds
3 Baths
3,502 Sq Ft
4.94 Acres

Recently Sold

$188 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

About This Home

As of January 2022

POTTERY BARN MEETS COUNTRY ELEGANCE! Impressive, intriguing & utterly breathtaking home & 5 acres of calm & beauty. Pond, orchards, lush gardens surround, this 3+ bed 2.5 bath quality rambler (plus bonus room) graciously invites you in & overwhelmingly compels you to stay. So much light, so much detail in design & craftsmanship--all the bells and whistles! A kitchen to die for,gorgeous exterior living spaces, vibrant gathering rooms,pole building & 2 car garage...All just a 10 min drive to town!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carrie Vike-Hilleary

Coldwell Banker Bain Listed on: 08/21/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

JoAnne Wyatt

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #33097

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM534510

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,439

Year Built

1991

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Sq Ft Finished: 3502
  • Form 17: Provided
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1991

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Features: Bath Off Master, Built-In Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Disabled Access, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Skylights, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk-in Closet
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Floor: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Lot Details: Dead End Street, Secluded
  • Roof: Composition
  • Site Features: Deck, Disabled Access, Dock, Partial Fence, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Outbuildings, Patio, Propane, RV Parking, Shop
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level, Partial Slope, Wooded

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached, Garage-Detached
  • Total Covered Spaces: 5

Utilities

  • Heating: Stove/Free Standing
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Heating and Cooling: Free Standing Stove
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water Source: Individual Well

Schools

  • School District: MER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 4, 2021
Closed on
Dec 6, 2021
Sold by
Rawls Benjamin J
Bought by
Lemelson Alexandra K and Lemelson Kathy C
Seller's Agent
Kena Greer Brashear
Muljat Group
Buyer's Agent
Bridget Parsons
Designed Realty
List Price
$1,950,000
Sold Price
$1,950,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.48%
Original Mortgage
$1,755,000
Interest Rate
3.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2021
Closed on
May 25, 2021
Sold by
Heaton Craig J and Heaton Francine E
Bought by
Rawis Benjamin J
Seller's Agent
Wayne Kwiatkowski
Coldwell Banker Bain
Buyer's Agent
Kena Greer Brashear
Muljat Group
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,550,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
47.57%
Original Mortgage
$1,140,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2013
Closed on
Sep 24, 2013
Sold by
Huffman Jerry H and Huffman Sherry W
Bought by
Heaton Craig J and Heaton Francine E
Seller's Agent
Carrie Vike-Hilleary
Coldwell Banker Bain
Buyer's Agent
JoAnne Wyatt
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$660,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
1.54%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.68%
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2007
Sold by
Bafus Hinds Spencer and Bafus Hinds Ruby
Bought by
Huffman Jerry H and Huffman Sherry W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$656,000
Interest Rate
7%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,950,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $1,550,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $1,550,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $660,280 Chicago Title Insurance
Warranty Deed $820,280 Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,755,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,140,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $352,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $360,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $290,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $656,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/21/2025 03/21/25 For Sale $1,900,000 -2.6% $547 / Sq Ft
01/21/2022 01/21/22 Sold $1,950,000 0.0% $561 / Sq Ft
11/24/2021 11/24/21 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2021 11/04/21 For Sale $1,950,000 +25.8% $561 / Sq Ft
06/18/2021 06/18/21 Sold $1,550,000 0.0% $443 / Sq Ft
06/18/2021 06/18/21 For Sale $1,550,000 +134.8% $443 / Sq Ft
09/27/2013 09/27/13 Sold $660,000 +1.5% $188 / Sq Ft
08/25/2013 08/25/13 Pending -- -- --
08/21/2013 08/21/13 For Sale $650,000 -- $186 / 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 $11,439 $1,447,405 $326,347 $1,121,058
2023 $11,439 $1,414,903 $319,019 $1,095,884
2022 $9,114 $1,114,097 $251,196 $862,901
2021 $9,042 $920,741 $207,600 $713,141
2020 $8,292 $837,850 $236,462 $601,388
2019 $6,594 $765,147 $215,943 $549,204
2018 $8,023 $669,854 $189,049 $480,805
2017 $7,244 $617,722 $174,336 $443,386
2016 $6,996 $587,454 $165,794 $421,660
2015 $6,873 $560,547 $158,200 $402,347
2014 -- $534,169 $146,129 $388,040
2013 -- $439,593 $148,708 $290,885
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    James Sharpe

    LPT Realty LLC

    (206) 999-3089

    154 Total Sales

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  • Kena Greer Brashear

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Kena Greer Brashear

    Muljat Group

    (360) 920-3210

    127 Total Sales

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  • Adrik Brashear

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Adrik Brashear

    Muljat Group

    (360) 599-6587

    44 Total Sales

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  • Bridget Parsons

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Bridget Parsons

    Designed Realty

    (425) 324-7767

    68 Total Sales

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  • Wayne Kwiatkowski

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Wayne Kwiatkowski

    Coldwell Banker Bain

    (360) 961-1169

    68 Total Sales

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  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Carrie Vike-Hilleary

    Coldwell Banker Bain

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM534510

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380304-170282-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98226

1041 Sterk Ln, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 1041 Sterk Ln, Bellingham, WA 98226 and is currently priced at $660,000, approximately $188 per square foot. This property was built in 1991. 1041 Sterk Ln is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Irene Reither Elementary School, Meridian Middle School, and Meridian High School.

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