NOT LISTED FOR SALE

12840 Ben Ct Anchorage, AK 99515

Old Seward-Oceanview Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $230,000 - $447,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,184 Sq Ft
$177/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 28, 2014

Current estimated payment $2,572/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Peek-A-Boo Views
  • Deck
  • Fireplace
  • Goldenview Middle School Rated A-
  • Private Yard
  • 4-minute walk to Stephenson Park

About This Home

As of November 2014

Look Past The Cosmetics & You'll See The Immediate Charm & Possibilities! Kitchen W/Eating Bar, Gas Range & Pantry. Living Rm W/Gas F/P, Big Windows That Frame Sunshine & Mt. Views!Spacious Family Rm & 5th Bonus Room. Lots of Storage, Wrap Deck W/Seating, New Roof in 2006, Inground Sprinkler System ,Fence, Shed & RV Pad! Ideal Southside Location on Quiet Culdesac!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Swires

RE/MAX Dynamic Properties License #13551 Listed on: 08/22/2014

RE/MAX Dynamic Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Lew Ulmer

Jack White Real Estate License #16125

Jack White Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,195

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Sprinkler System
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned R1, Single Family Residential

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Attached Carport
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,184 Sq Ft Home
  • Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Carpet
  • Peek-A-Boo Views
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Schools

  • Ocean View Elementary School
  • Goldenview Middle School
  • South Anchorage High School

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Electricity To Lot Line

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,195

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Directions: From Huffman to South on Old Seward, Left on Helen, Left on Gail, Left onBen Court.
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Split Entry
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Structure Type: Single Family Res
  • Year Built: 1975
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Finished
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Basement, BR/BA on Main Level, Family Room, Storage
  • Living Area: 2184
  • Window Features: Window Coverings

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Fire Service Area, City 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, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Inground Sprnklr Sys, Private Yard
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck/Patio
  • Property Condition: Existing Structure
  • Roof: Asphalt, Composition, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garaged Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved, RV Access/Parking, Attached, Tuck Under, No Carport
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer &/Or Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Phone Connected, Cable Connected, Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ocean View
  • High School: South Anchorage
  • Middle Or Junior School: Goldenview

Lot Info

  • Land Lease Amount Frequency: Monthly
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7840.8
  • Mobile Dim Units: Feet
  • Zoning Description: Single Family Residential
  • Zoning: R1
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Green Features

Multi Family

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4195
  • Tax Map Number: N/A
  • Tax Year: 2013

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 22, 2014
Closed on
Nov 21, 2014
Sold by
Davis Diana S and Davis Dean P
Bought by
Hunt Jon R and Hunt Kristin M
Seller's Agent
Chris Swires
RE/MAX Dynamic Properties
Buyer's Agent
Lew Ulmer
Jack White Real Estate
List Price
$285,000
Current Estimated Value
$387,621

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.88%
Original Mortgage
$270,750
Outstanding Balance
$206,790
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$180,831

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 2010
Sold by
Shuman Weldon J and Shuman Karon F
Bought by
Davis Diana S and Davis Dean P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$272,709
Interest Rate
4.38%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2002
Sold by
Anchorage First Church Of The Nazarene I
Bought by
Shuman Weldon J and Shuman Karon F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2002
Sold by
Anchorage First Church Of Nazarene Inc
Bought by
Shuman Weldon J and Shuman Karon F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 1996
Sold by
Maurice John Cruickshank Jr Revocable Tr and Betty Jane Cruickshank Revocable Trust
Bought by
Jones Roy A and Jones Lorraine B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,898
Interest Rate
8.1%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 1988
Sold by
Allen John H and Allen Anna C
Bought by
Cruickshank Maurice J and Cruickshank Betty J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$114,000
Interest Rate
10.04%
Mortgage Type
VA
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
Hunt Jon R -- Atga
Davis Diana S -- Atga
Shuman Weldon J -- --
Shuman Weldon J -- --
Jones Roy A -- --
Jones Roy A -- --
Cruickshank Maurice J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hunt Jon R $270,750
Previous Owner Davis Diana S $272,709
Previous Owner Shuman Weldon J $115,000
Previous Owner Shuman Weldon J $115,000
Previous Owner Jones Roy A $152,898
Previous Owner Cruickshank Maurice J $114,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/28/2014 11/28/14 Sold -- -- --
08/27/2014 08/27/14 Pending -- -- --
08/23/2014 08/23/14 For Sale $285,000 -- $130 / Sq Ft
Source: Alaska Multiple Listing Service

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
2025 $6,205 $410,100 $97,100 $313,000
2024 $6,205 $384,300 $97,100 $287,200
2023 $5,855 $343,800 $97,100 $246,700
2022 $5,672 $336,800 $97,100 $239,700
2021 $5,759 $319,600 $97,100 $222,500
2020 $5,282 $310,700 $97,100 $213,600
2019 $5,217 $318,900 $97,100 $221,800
2018 $5,161 $314,700 $97,100 $217,600
2017 $4,994 $318,900 $92,900 $226,000
2016 $3,908 $312,800 $92,900 $219,900
2015 $3,908 $298,000 $92,900 $205,100
2014 $3,908 $285,600 $78,700 $206,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Chris Swires

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Chris Swires

    RE/MAX

    27 Total Sales

    Chris Swires
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  • Lew Ulmer

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Lew Ulmer

    Jack White Real Estate

    (907) 562-6464

    3 in this area

    71 Total Sales

    Lew Ulmer
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Map

Source: Alaska Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 14-12941

Alaska Multiple Listing Service

APN: 01807153000

Alaska Anchorage Borough Anchorage 99515 Old Seward-Oceanview

12840 Ben Ct, Anchorage, AK

This home is located at 12840 Ben Ct, Anchorage, AK 99515 since 22 August 2014 and is currently estimated at $387,621, approximately $177 per square foot. This property was built in 1975. 12840 Ben Ct is a home located in Anchorage Municipality with nearby schools including Ocean View Elementary School, Goldenview Middle School, and South Anchorage High School.

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