Listed by Windermere Real Estate Whatcom, Bought with RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1226 E Racine St Bellingham, WA 98229

Puget Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $728,000 - $815,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,924 Sq Ft
$406/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 21, 2018

Last sale price $450,000 $234 Per Sq Ft

Est. 74% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,734/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bay View
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Kulshan Middle School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attached Garage

About This Home

As of December 2018

Here is the 3 bedroom mid-century rambler home you've been waiting for! Great location on Toledo Hill in the desirable Puget Neighborhood. Nice sunsets and views of the city and bay. Hardwood floors in much of the home. Unique and charming floor plan. Well maintained and mature landscaping with a private park-like backyard and outdoor living area. Spacious 2 car garage. Property fronts on both E. Racine and St. Paul Streets with access on both sides.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kurt Swanson

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #21247 Listed on: 11/19/2018

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Co-Listed By

Brad Howell

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #114717

Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Carpenter

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. License #19525

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1385164

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,339

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • City
  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Community Details

  • Puget Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3803323254660000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,339

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Walk In Pantry
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1.50
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Extra Finished Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1924
  • Square Footage Finished: 1924

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay, City, Mountain, Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Heater: Garage-Electric
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Puget

Schools

  • Elementary School: Carl Cozier Elem
  • Middle School: Kulshan Mid
  • High School: Sehome High
  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8276
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Level
  • Parcel Number: 3803323254660000
  • Zoning Code: Res
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 3214

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 19, 2018
Closed on
Dec 10, 2018
Sold by
Koudela Cynthia L and Estate Of John Koudela Jr
Bought by
Best Daniel C and Scott-Best Margaret J
Seller's Agent
Kurt Swanson
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Julie Carpenter
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
List Price
$429,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,000
4.9%
Current Estimated Value
$783,467

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$333,467
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.13%
Original Mortgage
$427,500
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Best Daniel C $450,000 Chicago Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Best Daniel C $100,000
Open Best Daniel C $440,800
Closed Best Daniel C $427,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/21/2018 12/21/18 Sold $450,000 +4.9% $234 / Sq Ft
11/21/2018 11/21/18 Pending -- -- --
11/19/2018 11/19/18 For Sale $429,000 -- $223 / 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 $5,339 $662,324 $253,410 $408,914
2023 $5,339 $686,004 $262,470 $423,534
2022 $4,374 $583,836 $223,380 $360,456
2021 $4,065 $470,848 $180,150 $290,698
2020 $3,992 $413,022 $158,025 $254,997
2019 $3,513 $392,047 $150,000 $242,047
2018 $3,647 $345,916 $126,945 $218,971
2017 $3,214 $307,049 $112,680 $194,369
2016 $2,928 $282,769 $103,680 $179,089
2015 $2,882 $268,200 $98,280 $169,920
2014 -- $255,422 $93,600 $161,822
2013 -- $242,806 $90,000 $152,806
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kurt Swanson

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Kurt Swanson

    Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

    (360) 920-6555

    1 in this area

    127 Total Sales

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Brad Howell

    Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

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  • Julie Carpenter

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Julie Carpenter

    RE/MAX Whatcom County

    (360) 305-9986

    42 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1385164

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380332-325466-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98229 Puget

1226 E Racine St, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 1226 E Racine St, Bellingham, WA 98229 since 19 November 2018 and is currently estimated at $781,347, approximately $406 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 1226 E Racine St is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Carl Cozier Elementary School, Kulshan Middle School, and Sehome High School.

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