NOT LISTED FOR SALE

12155 Merlin Dr Seward, AK 99664

Estimated Value: $303,000 - $325,419

1 Bed
1 Bath
1,296 Sq Ft
$242/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 19, 2014

Current estimated payment $1,789/month

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Peek-A-Boo Views
  • Shed
  • Heating Available
  • Log Cabin

About This Home

As of November 2014

A great home in the woods of Seward. Close to town, nice big lot, very quiet neighborhood. So many updates and improvements, this is a must see! Please look at the supplement for a list of the extensive updates! **528 of 1296 square footage is non-conforming living space, in the partially finished basement.Exterior-
Installed 100' of French Drain
25' x 10' wood shed attached to house
8' x 20' deck
6' x 6' greenhouse
8' x 16' Sauna with changing room
8' x 16' cover storage area attached to sauna
Circular driveway
Additional parking space (trailers)
Fenced in garden area

Basement-
Raised house 8' & created basement
New Foundation and backfill
Partial finished basement (insulated, drywall,wainscoating, new paint, gravel floor)
Work bench with cabinets
1500 gallon poly water storage tanks
Rain catchment system
Oil heater in basement
Washer/dryer 2008
Hot water heater 2007
Stairs to main floor

Main Floor-
Created mudroom
New kitchen cabinets
New countertops
New kitchen sink
Custom log bench and peninsula
Woodstove and tile hearth
Stairs to bedroom
New paint on main floor
Trim on doors and windows
New sink and cabinets in bathroom

Bedroom-
Finished bedroom(insulated, electrical, pine T & G, laminate flooring)
3 new windows
Small closet and storage cubbies

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Benjamin Zollinger

Firebird Realty, LLC License #18465 Listed on: 02/05/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Nicole Lawrence

Seward Properties License #18049

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $601

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • Suitable for Bed and Breakfast
  • Property is zoned R1

Home Design

  • Log Cabin
  • Block Foundation
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,296 Sq Ft Home
  • Peek-A-Boo Views
  • Oven or Range
  • Partially Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Schools

  • Seward Elementary And Middle School
  • Seward High School

Utilities

  • Heating Available
  • Electricity To Lot Line
  • Cistern
  • Water Holding Tank
  • Septic Tank

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$601

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0.46 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.46
  • Directions: Left on Nash Road, 1st Left on Salmon Creek, 1st Right on Moat, 1st Left on Excaliber, turns into Camelot, 3rd Right on Lancelot, 1st Left on Merlin at top of hill, 1st & 2nd driveway on left.
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Structure Type: B & B Potential, Recreational/Cabin, Single Family Res
  • Year Built: 2000
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Appraiser
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Partially Finished
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Basement
  • Living Area: 1296
  • Window Features: Window Coverings

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Fire Service Area, Corner Lot, Road Service Area, Views
  • Topography: Level
  • View: Mountain(s), Partial
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: None, No Access
  • Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing Structure
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: RV Access/Parking, No Garage, No Carport

Utilities

  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electric
  • Water Source: Cistern, Hold Tank

Schools

  • Elementary School: Seward
  • High School: Seward
  • Middle Or Junior School: Seward

Lot Info

  • Land Lease Amount Frequency: Monthly
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 20037.6
  • Mobile Dim Units: Feet
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • Zoning: R1
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Green Features

Multi Family

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 601.17
  • Tax Map Number: N/A
  • Tax Year: 2012

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 5, 2014
Closed on
Nov 3, 2014
Sold by
Kain Thomas W and Kain Jennifer M
Bought by
Bouziane Aisha and Bedard Patrick B
Seller's Agent
Benjamin Zollinger
Firebird Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Lawrence
Seward Properties
List Price
$140,000
Current Estimated Value
$314,210

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.80%
Original Mortgage
$114,749
Outstanding Balance
$88,450
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$225,760

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2008
Sold by
Kain Thomas William and Kain Jennifer Melanie
Bought by
Kain Thomas W and Kain Jennifer M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$66,540
Interest Rate
6.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 2007
Sold by
Shabkie Donald J and Shabkie Julie
Bought by
Kain Thomas William and Kain Jennifer Melanie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$66,000
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bouziane Aisha -- First American Title Ins Co
Kain Thomas W -- First American Title Ins Co
Kain Thomas William -- First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bouziane Aisha $114,749
Previous Owner Kain Thomas W $66,540
Previous Owner Kain Thomas William $66,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/19/2014 11/19/14 Sold -- -- --
09/15/2014 09/15/14 Pending -- -- --
08/11/2014 08/11/14 For Sale $140,000 -- $108 / Sq Ft
Source: Alaska Multiple Listing Service

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
2025 $2,037 $222,900 $29,800 $193,100
2024 $2,037 $204,700 $25,300 $179,400
2023 $1,770 $177,900 $17,100 $160,800
2022 $1,960 $198,000 $15,500 $182,500
2021 $1,691 $182,500 $14,900 $167,600
2020 $1,827 $180,900 $14,900 $166,000
2019 $860 $170,200 $13,700 $156,500
2018 $1,691 $167,400 $11,900 $155,500
2017 $1,556 $157,200 $11,900 $145,300
2016 $1,356 $137,000 $11,900 $125,100
2015 $400 $135,900 $11,900 $124,000
2014 $400 $69,100 $11,900 $57,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Benjamin Zollinger

    Firebird Realty, LLC

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  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Nicole Lawrence

    Seward Properties

    (907) 312-7660

    44 Total Sales

    Nicole Lawrence
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Map

Source: Alaska Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 14-12100

Alaska Multiple Listing Service

APN: 144-180-35

Alaska Kenai Peninsula Borough Seward 99664

12155 Merlin Dr, Seward, AK

Not Listed for Sale

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