NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1208 23rd St Bellingham, WA 98225

Happy Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $432,000 - $673,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,299 Sq Ft
$424/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 11, 2023

Last sale price $410,000 $316 Per Sq Ft

Est. 34% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,454/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Territorial View
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Fairhaven Middle School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

About This Home

As of July 2023

Opportunity knocks to unleash your vision! Located in the desirable Happy Valley neighborhood, within close proximity to Fairhaven, Downtown, WWU and everything that makes Bellingham great. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom property presents an exceptional opportunity to transform a diamond in the rough into a dream home. With extensive remodeling needed, the home serves as the perfect canvas for your creative vision. The sizable yard offers endless landscaping potential. Here is your chance to gain substantial returns on your investment and shape your own personalized living space.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

William Elmer

John L. Scott Bellingham License #22005839 Listed on: 06/16/2023

John L. Scott Bellingham

Last Buyer's Agent

Dan Pittsenbarger

Keller Williams Western Realty License #23590

Keller Williams Western Realty

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2128220

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,041

Year Built

  • Built in 1895

Lot Details

  • 5,663

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 1,299 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Territorial Views

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Additional Features

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Baseboard Heating

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Happy Valley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Down Payment Assistance Available
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3702015281070000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,041

Year Built

Built in 1895

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • StyleCode: 12 - 2 Story
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Inclusions: SeeRemarks
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1299
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • Special Features: None
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 697

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: See Remarks
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, See Remarks, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Laminate, Wall to Wall Carpet, Fireplace
  • Living Area: 1299
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • FireplacesMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1299
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 1
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 3
  • AppliancesIncluded: See Remarks
  • NWM_NumberOfBathtubs: 2
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Features: Wood Products
  • Foundation Details: Block, Post & Pillar
  • Structure Type: House

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: PSE
  • SewerCompany: City of Bellingham
  • WaterCompany: City of Bellingham

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Bellingham

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3702015281070000
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5663
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • MLSLotSizeSource: County Assessor
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: County Assessor

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4041

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Natural Gas

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 16, 2023
Closed on
Jul 7, 2023
Sold by
Buzbee Karen and Buzbee Michael
Bought by
Buzbee Michael
Seller's Agent
William Elmer
John L. Scott Bellingham
Buyer's Agent
Dan Pittsenbarger
Keller Williams Western Realty
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$410,000
Premium/Discount to List
$60,000
17.14%
Total Days on Market
4
Views
97
Current Estimated Value
$550,582

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$140,582
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.79%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 16, 2023
Closed on
Jul 6, 2023
Sold by
Maxwell Cindy
Bought by
Buzbee Michael
Seller's Agent
William Elmer
John L. Scott Bellingham
Buyer's Agent
Dan Pittsenbarger
Keller Williams Western Realty
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$410,000
Premium/Discount to List
$60,000
17.14%
Views
97
Source: Public Records

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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
Buzbee Michael -- Chicago Title
Buzbee Michael -- Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2023 07/11/23 Sold $410,000 +17.1% $316 / Sq Ft
06/20/2023 06/20/23 Pending -- -- --
06/16/2023 06/16/23 For Sale $350,000 -- $269 / 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 $4,357 $395,847 $320,986 $74,861
2023 $4,357 $409,999 $332,462 $77,537
2022 $3,586 $476,403 $282,948 $193,455
2021 $3,407 $384,206 $228,190 $156,016
2020 $3,348 $337,020 $200,165 $136,855
2019 $2,602 $319,905 $190,000 $129,905
2018 $2,690 $249,299 $126,945 $122,354
2017 $2,373 $221,287 $112,680 $108,607
2016 $2,160 $203,749 $103,680 $100,069
2015 $2,126 $193,226 $98,280 $94,946
2014 -- $184,021 $93,600 $90,421
2013 -- $175,383 $90,000 $85,383
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • William Elmer

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    William Elmer

    John L Scott

    (360) 592-3590

    4 in this area

    49 Total Sales

    William Elmer
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  • Dan Pittsenbarger

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Dan Pittsenbarger

    Keller Williams Western Realty

    (360) 739-9876

    2 in this area

    80 Total Sales

    Dan Pittsenbarger
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2128220

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 370201-528107-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225 Happy Valley

1208 23rd St, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 1208 23rd St, Bellingham, WA 98225 since 16 June 2023 and is currently estimated at $550,582, approximately $423 per square foot. This property was built in 1895. 1208 23rd St is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Happy Valley Elementary School, Fairhaven Middle School, and Sehome High School.

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