NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1449 James St Bellingham, WA 98225

York Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $532,655 - $612,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,137 Sq Ft
$510/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 13, 2015

Last sale price $269,900 $237 Per Sq Ft

Est. 115% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,582/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Territorial View
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Level Lot
  • Fairhaven Middle School Rated A-
  • Bamboo Flooring
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

As of July 2015

This York Neighborhood 3BR Home was JUST completely remodeled inside & out. European Craftsmanship & lifetime quality materials throughout. New 3-tone paint in every room. Refinished Fir & hewn-look tile floors, tile kitchen & bath + cork flooring in the upstairs BR's is so warm & quiet. Grounded electrical throughout. Insulated up/down/all around & updated windows too. York Garden is across the street, so bring your trowel & seeds. Alley access, minutes to downtown... this one is a SWEETHEART!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marsha Lockhart

Keller Williams Western Realty Listed on: 05/28/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Jon Hansen

Hansen Group Real Estate Inc License #7746

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM793118

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,890

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned RS3.0

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Flooring

  • Bamboo
  • Softwood
  • Ceramic Tile

Additional Features

  • Territorial Views
  • Oven or Range

Community Details

  • York Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3803305390730000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,890

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 12 - 2 Story
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room
  • Floor Covering: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Fir/Softwood
  • Appliances That Stay: Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Upper
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1137
  • Square Footage Finished: 1137

Exterior Features

  • Construction Methods: Standard Frame
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Off Street

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Baseboard
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: COB
  • Water Company: COB
  • Water Heater: Utility Room-Tank
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: York
  • Project: Yord Add to New Whatcom

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sunnyland Elem
  • Middle School: Whatcom Mid
  • High School: Bellingham High
  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 32
  • Lot Details: Alley, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Dimensions: 111x40
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4356
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Level
  • Parcel Number: 3803305390730000
  • Zoning Code: RS3.0
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 1741

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 28, 2015
Closed on
Jul 1, 2015
Sold by
Biernacki Glenn R and Biernacki Christine
Bought by
Petersen Kyle William and Petersen Ellen Leigh
Seller's Agent
Marsha Lockhart
Keller Williams Western Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jon Hansen
Hansen Group Real Estate Inc
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$269,900
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
$580,414

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$310,514
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.82%
Original Mortgage
$215,920
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Petersen Kyle William $269,900 Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Petersen Kyle William $194,285
Closed Petersen Kyle William $215,920
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/13/2015 07/13/15 Sold $269,900 0.0% $237 / Sq Ft
06/01/2015 06/01/15 Pending -- -- --
05/28/2015 05/28/15 For Sale $269,900 -- $237 / 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 $3,890 $747,217 $235,528 $511,689
2023 $3,890 $499,727 $241,511 $258,216
2022 $3,176 $430,806 $208,202 $222,604
2021 $3,116 $341,910 $165,240 $176,670
2020 $2,611 $316,583 $153,000 $163,583
2019 $2,338 $256,413 $128,937 $127,476
2018 $2,354 $230,175 $115,762 $114,413
2017 $2,029 $198,173 $99,665 $98,508
2016 $1,776 $178,491 $89,435 $89,056
2015 -- $162,673 $81,685 $80,988
2014 -- $154,339 $77,500 $76,839
2013 -- $145,143 $73,500 $71,643
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Marsha Lockhart

    Keller Williams Western Realty

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  • Jon Hansen

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Jon Hansen

    Hansen Group Real Estate Inc

    (360) 224-7443

    3 in this area

    200 Total Sales

    Jon Hansen
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM793118

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380330-539073-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225 York

1449 James St, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 1449 James St, Bellingham, WA 98225 since 28 May 2015 and is currently estimated at $580,414, approximately $510 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 1449 James St is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Lowell Elementary School, Fairhaven Middle School, and Sehome High School.

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