Seller's Agent in 2017
Chris Weitzel
RE/MAX Whatcom County
(360) 739-0970
108 Total Sales
Listed by Global Referral Group, LLC, Bought with Better Properties Eastside
1451 Lahti Dr Bellingham, WA 98226
Estimated Value: $700,000 - $748,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,760
Sq Ft
$411/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Territorial View
- 2 Fireplaces
- Silver Beach Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Attached Garage
About This Home
As of October 2017This is a furnished, single family home in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood that’s great for walking and biking, especially the 1.3 mile loop trail at Northridge Park, 4 blocks away.
Terms:
Available for two months between June 1 and August 15
Pet-free and smoke-free
Property Fees:
Cleaning Fee - $390
Deposit (due at signing, refundable at end of term less cleaning fee) - $2700
Monthly Rent - $3200 (this includes ALL utilities i.e. WiFi, electricity, water/sewage, natural gas, and 2x/month trash & recycling)
Neighborhood: very walkable.
Northridge Park - 13 min walk or 2 min drive
Bloedel Donovan Park at Lake Whatcom - 4 min drive
Whatcom Falls Park - 5 min drive
Galbraith North entrance - 6 minute drive
Very close to Hwy 542 to Mt Baker ski area.
Haggen (nearest grocery store and pharmacy) - 5 min drive
Trader Joe's - 10 min drive
Whole Foods - 11 min drive
Downtown - 12 min drive
Target - 13 min drive
Costco - 15 min drive
Kitchen:
The kitchen is very well-equipped with quality appliances and tools (new glass electric stove top, new dishwasher, large french door refrigerator/freezer, Cuisinart food processor, Kitchenaid standing mixer, French press, rice maker, combo toaster oven/air fryer, quality knives).
Bathrooms:
Ensuite bathroom was recently renovated and has a separate shower and clawfoot tub.
Second full bathroom has a shower/tub combo.
Downstairs half bathroom houses the washer and dryer.
Living room:
The big windows and omnipresent douglas fir trees make you feel like you’re in a treehouse! Top down, bottom up window shades.
No TV, but there is a projector with an Xfinity streaming box and sound bar in the living room.
There’s a nice comfy sectional couch and electric leather recliner.
Enjoy the easy to use gas fireplace for extra warmth and ambiance.
Parking:
Parking is available on the driveway and street. It is a steep driveway, but it flattens out at the top.
Deck and Back Yard:
Comfortable deck nestled in the trees for morning coffee, stargazing or barbecuing.
Enclosed peaceful backyard provides a lower flat grassy area. Up the wooden stairs is an elevated grassy area with a firepit and chairs, perfect for stargazing with a small fire.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Global Referral Group, LLC License #23701 Listed on: 07/21/2017
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: NWM1156148
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,714
Year Built
- Built in 1977
Lot Details
- Partially Fenced Property
- Terraced Lot
Parking
- Attached Garage
Home Design
- Poured Concrete
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2 Fireplaces
- Territorial Views
- Natural lighting in basement
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Barkley Community
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 3803221935610000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 21, 2017
Closed on
Oct 2, 2017
Sold by
Morton John Joseph and Morton Elizabeth
Bought by
Murphy Patrick and Fujio White Mariko
Seller's Agent
Chris Weitzel
Global Referral Group, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Murphy
Better Properties Eastside
List Price
$365,000
Sold Price
$300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-17.81%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$423,913
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.28%
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2012
Sold by
Jones Candy M
Bought by
Michaels Jerrold E and Michaels Janice L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$5,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 5, 2006
Sold by
Lane Brian Thomas
Bought by
Morton John Joseph and Morton Elizabeth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$41,100
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 13, 2001
Sold by
Berg David E and Berg Nancy S
Bought by
Lane Brian Thomas
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$131,400
Interest Rate
7.14%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murphy Patrick | $300,000 | Whatcom Land Title Co Inc | |
| Michaels Jerrold E | $220,280 | Chicago Title Insurance | |
| Morton John Joseph | $274,280 | Whatcom Land Title | |
| Lane Brian Thomas | $127,557 | Chicago Title Insurance |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Murphy Patrick | $240,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Michaels Jerrold E | $5,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Morton John Joseph | $41,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Morton John Joseph | $219,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Lane Brian Thomas | $131,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/13/2025 03/13/25 | Off Market | $3,200 | -- | -- |
| 02/08/2025 02/08/25 | For Rent | $3,200 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/10/2017 10/10/17 | Sold | $300,000 | -6.1% | $170 / Sq Ft |
| 09/10/2017 09/10/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/01/2017 09/01/17 | Price Changed | $319,500 | -3.0% | $182 / Sq Ft |
| 08/15/2017 08/15/17 | Price Changed | $329,500 | -5.9% | $187 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2017 08/01/17 | Price Changed | $350,000 | -4.1% | $199 / Sq Ft |
| 07/21/2017 07/21/17 | For Sale | $365,000 | -- | $207 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $5,714 | $633,233 | $213,840 | $419,393 |
| 2023 | $5,714 | $661,084 | $223,245 | $437,839 |
| 2022 | $4,560 | $537,466 | $181,500 | $355,966 |
| 2021 | $4,150 | $444,187 | $150,000 | $294,187 |
| 2020 | $3,979 | $378,839 | $132,405 | $246,434 |
| 2019 | $3,477 | $353,958 | $123,803 | $230,155 |
| 2018 | $3,651 | $321,564 | $111,053 | $210,511 |
| 2017 | $3,395 | $284,522 | $98,260 | $186,262 |
| 2016 | $3,136 | $276,169 | $89,420 | $186,749 |
| 2015 | $3,201 | $263,111 | $85,000 | $178,111 |
| 2014 | -- | $261,137 | $82,560 | $178,577 |
| 2013 | -- | $250,033 | $80,000 | $170,033 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Chris Weitzel
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Ryan Murphy
R
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Ryan Murphy
Better Properties Eastside
(206) 250-7687
3 Total Sales
Map
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: NWM1156148
APN: 380322-193561-0000
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