Listed by COMPASS, Bought with Bellwether Real Estate
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1317 W Illinois St Bellingham, WA 98225

Columbia Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $530,000 - $584,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
987 Sq Ft
$562/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 16, 2024

Last sale price $550,000 $557 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,242/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Territorial View
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Bellingham High School Rated A-
  • Bamboo Flooring
  • Storm Windows

About This Home

As of August 2024

The most adorable Columbia neighborhood bungalow is here! Tastefully updated in all the right places. A stylish entry opens to character fir floors that exude the Craftsman charm we all love. Curl up in front of the gas fireplace or cook in the updated kitchen featuring new butcher block countertops & gas range, Fisher & Paykel SS fridge + new subway tile backsplash. Two awesome built-in bookcases + window seat & built-in dining area invite a fun social atmosphere. A charming guest bedroom + lg full bath line the hallway. W/D in '22. The oversized main bedroom offers vaulted ceilings, major closet space & warm bamboo floors. Access the fenced, private back yard w/ a killer bike/shop space w/ power. Best eats, brews, trails, schools + more!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alana Mey

COMPASS License #121114 Listed on: 07/11/2024

COMPASS

Last Buyer's Agent

Diva Menke-Thielman

Bellwether Real Estate License #124365

Bellwether Real Estate

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2262892

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,934

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Zoning described as RS5.0

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 987 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Territorial Views
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Bamboo
  • Softwood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Columbia Elementary School
  • Whatcom Mid Middle School
  • Bellingham High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Columbia Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,934

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • StyleCode: 10 - 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.5
  • Inclusions: Dryers,GarbageDisposal,Refrigerators,StovesRanges,Washers
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 987
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2262892?w=Consumer&agent=105111
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dryer(s), Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Softwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceramic Tile, Fir/Softwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Bamboo/Cork, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Living Area: 987
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 987
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial
  • Lot Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Post & Block
  • 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
  • Security: PartiallyFenced
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: Puget Sound Energy
  • SewerCompany: City of Bellingham
  • WaterCompany: City of Bellingham
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Laundry nook
  • WaterHeaterType: Gas Tankless
  • CableConnected: Xfinity
  • InternetConnected: Xfinity

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Bellingham
  • High School: Bellingham High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Whatcom Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3802244762600000
  • Topography: Level
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size: Irregular
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4792
  • Zoning Description: RS5.0
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Fenced-Fully,Gas Available,High Speed Internet
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Realist
  • ZoningJurisdiction: City

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3934

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Natural Gas

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Columbia Elem

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 11, 2024
Closed on
Aug 2, 2024
Sold by
Stephens Alexander and Hannah Garrett
Bought by
Stifler Sarah L
Seller's Agent
Alana Mey
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Diva Menke-Thielman
Bellwether Real Estate
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Views
12
Current Estimated Value
$554,447

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,447
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.60%
Original Mortgage
$495,000
Outstanding Balance
$489,484
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$64,963

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 8, 2019
Closed on
Mar 11, 2019
Sold by
Grove Amanda
Bought by
Stephens Alexander and Garrett Hannah
Seller's Agent
Renata Mason
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Alana Mey
COMPASS
List Price
$359,000
Sold Price
$362,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,000
0.84%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.02%
Original Mortgage
$342,500
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 3, 2014
Closed on
Feb 3, 2014
Sold by
Sullivan Stephen D and Hargraves Amber
Bought by
Grove Amanda
Seller's Agent
Paul Balzotti
John L. Scott Bellingham
Buyer's Agent
Renata Mason
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
List Price
$236,500
Sold Price
$236,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.67%
Original Mortgage
$177,300
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2005
Sold by
Skinner Shari C
Bought by
Sullivan Stephen D
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
Stifler Sarah L $550,000 Whatcom Land Title
Stephens Alexander $362,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Grove Amanda $236,780 Whatcom Land Title
Sullivan Stephen D $210,280 Chicago Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Stifler Sarah L $495,000
Previous Owner Stephens Alexander $342,500
Previous Owner Grove Amanda $177,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/16/2024 08/16/24 Sold $550,000 0.0% $557 / Sq Ft
07/15/2024 07/15/24 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2024 07/11/24 For Sale $550,000 +51.9% $557 / Sq Ft
03/19/2019 03/19/19 Sold $362,000 +0.8% $366 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/03/2019 03/03/19 Pending -- -- --
02/23/2019 02/23/19 For Sale $359,000 0.0% $363 / Sq Ft
02/10/2019 02/10/19 Pending -- -- --
02/08/2019 02/08/19 For Sale $359,000 +51.8% $363 / Sq Ft
02/05/2014 02/05/14 Sold $236,500 0.0% $239 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/05/2014 01/05/14 Pending -- -- --
01/03/2014 01/03/14 For Sale $236,500 -- $239 / 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 $3,934 $492,819 $230,910 $261,909
2023 $3,934 $505,336 $236,775 $268,561
2022 $3,211 $435,642 $204,120 $231,522
2021 $3,151 $345,748 $162,000 $183,748
2020 $3,056 $320,137 $150,000 $170,137
2019 $2,736 $300,114 $133,096 $167,018
2018 $2,755 $269,400 $119,496 $149,904
2017 $2,375 $231,944 $102,880 $129,064
2016 $2,079 $209,001 $92,320 $116,681
2015 $2,039 $190,430 $84,320 $106,110
2014 -- $180,674 $80,000 $100,674
2013 -- $168,095 $73,500 $94,595
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Alana Mey

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Alana Mey

    COMPASS

    (360) 421-0733

    7 in this area

    196 Total Sales

    Alana Mey
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    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Diva Menke-Thielman

    Bellwether Real Estate

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    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2024

    Trish Gale

    Bellwether Real Estate

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  • Renata Mason

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Renata Mason

    Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

    (360) 815-2059

    93 Total Sales

    Renata Mason
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  • Paul Balzotti

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Paul Balzotti

    John L Scott

    (360) 920-5901

    2 in this area

    105 Total Sales

    Paul Balzotti
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2262892

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380224-476260-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225 Columbia

1317 W Illinois St, Bellingham, WA

Not Listed for Sale

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