$490,000
SOLD SEP 23, 2024

1459 Hillspring Rd Bellingham, WA 98226

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,656 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$296 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit
  • Territorial View
  • No HOA
  • Silver Beach Elementary School Rated A-
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Storm Windows

About This Home

As of January 2025

Located in the desirable Tweed Twenty Neighborhood, this single-level home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 baths on a spacious lot. The house awaits your personal touch, perfect for those looking for a project with cosmetic updates. The kitchen boasts newer appliances and is open to the living room. A large family room features a gas fireplace. Major updates in 2008 include a new roof, vinyl siding, and windows. The large fenced backyard is easy to maintain. Conveniently close to schools, shopping, trails, parks, and Lake Whatcom. This as-is renovation opportunity is attractively priced and has great potential.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Renae Ingraham

Bellwether Real Estate License #109488 Listed on: 06/27/2024

Bellwether Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Renae Ingraham

Bellwether Real Estate License #109488 Listed on: 06/27/2024

Bellwether Real Estate

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2255975

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,718

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,656 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Territorial Views
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Outdoor Features

  • Outbuilding

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Northern Heights Ele Elementary School
  • Whatcom Mid Middle School
  • Squalicum High School

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bellingham Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,718

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • StyleCode: 10 - 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 2
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Building Name: Tweed Twenty
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1656
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2255975?w=Consumer&agent=91315
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Laminate, Wall to Wall Carpet, Water Heater
  • Living Area: 1656
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1.75
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • FireplacesMain: 2
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1656
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 1
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • NWM_NumberOfBathtubs: 1
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial
  • Lot Features: Paved
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Property Condition: Fair
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: true

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: FullyFenced
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: PSE
  • SewerCompany: City of Bellingham
  • WaterCompany: City of Bellingham
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Closet
  • WaterHeaterType: Gas
  • CableConnected: Xfinity
  • InternetConnected: Xfinity

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3803152171690000
  • Topography: Level
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8276
  • Zoning Description: RES
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Fenced-Partially,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Assessor
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Assessor
  • ZoningJurisdiction: City

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas

Rental Info

  • ShortTermRentalYN: false

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4718

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Natural Gas

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Northern Heights Ele

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 19, 2024
Closed on
Jan 3, 2025
Sold by
Mpc Construction Llc
Bought by
Hicks Marlena Robison
Seller's Agent
Renae Ingraham
Bellwether Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Paulina Antczak
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
List Price
$659,900
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
2.29%
Views
7
Current Estimated Value
$680,482

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$5,482
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.47%
Original Mortgage
$415,000
Outstanding Balance
$412,486
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$269,136

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2024
Closed on
Sep 3, 2024
Sold by
Goldman Amelia and Jaffe Amelia Dawn
Bought by
Mpc Construction Llc
Seller's Agent
Renae Ingraham
Bellwether Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Renae Ingraham
Bellwether Real Estate
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$490,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,900
-10.89%
Views
25

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
201.77%
Original Mortgage
$405,035
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2008
Sold by
Property Asset Management Inc
Bought by
Goldman Mitch and Goldman Amelia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$218,500
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 26, 2007
Sold by
Kennedy Carolyn L and Kennedy Carolyn
Bought by
Property Asset Management Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2004
Sold by
Luttrell Michael J
Bought by
Kennedy Carolyn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$153,600
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 1999
Sold by
Luttrell Susan M
Bought by
Luttrell Michael J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,698
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $675,000 Whatcom Land Title
Warranty Deed $675,000 Whatcom Land Title
Warranty Deed $675,000 Whatcom Land Title
Warranty Deed $490,000 Whatcom Land Title
Bargain Sale Deed $230,280 First American Title Insuran
Trustee Deed $238,000 First American Title Insuran
Warranty Deed $192,000 Whatcom Land Title
Gift Deed -- Island Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Island Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $415,000 New Conventional
Closed $415,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $405,035 New Conventional
Previous Owner $218,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $285,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $30,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $211,500 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $153,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $133,698 FHA
Closed $38,400 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/08/2025 01/08/25 Sold $675,000 +2.3% $540 / Sq Ft
12/21/2024 12/21/24 Pending -- -- --
12/19/2024 12/19/24 For Sale $659,900 +34.7% $528 / Sq Ft
09/23/2024 09/23/24 Sold $490,000 -10.9% $296 / Sq Ft
07/12/2024 07/12/24 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2024 06/27/24 For Sale $549,900 -- $332 / 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 $4,718 $536,671 $213,840 $322,831
2023 $4,718 $560,275 $223,245 $337,030
2022 $3,740 $455,508 $181,500 $274,008
2021 $3,631 $376,453 $150,000 $226,453
2020 $3,543 $343,650 $140,193 $203,457
2019 $3,154 $321,102 $131,085 $190,017
2018 $3,270 $288,010 $117,585 $170,425
2017 $2,848 $254,834 $104,040 $150,794
2016 $2,630 $231,629 $94,680 $136,949
2015 $2,641 $220,614 $90,000 $130,614
2014 -- $215,475 $82,560 $132,915
2013 -- $206,555 $80,000 $126,555
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2255975

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380315-217169-0000