Listed by Coldwell Banker Bain, Bought with Pellego, Inc.
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1510 Donovan Ave Bellingham, WA 98225

Happy Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $730,000 - $834,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
977 Sq Ft
$779/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 22, 2017

Last sale price $324,500 $332 Per Sq Ft

Est. 125% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,459/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • Deck
  • Detached Garage
  • Fairhaven Middle School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Garden

About This Home

As of May 2017

Charming character home near Fairhaven. Super Clean and move-in ready, or remodel to suit your needs. This home sits on a large lot with many possibilities. Detached garage is currently used as a workshop*. Electrical has been updated, hot water heater and furnace recently replaced. Additional outbuilding wired for hot tub or would be a great greenhouse/garden shed.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jody Pelo

Coldwell Banker Bain License #48131 Listed on: 04/25/2017

Coldwell Banker Bain

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Sanderson

Pellego, Inc. License #109217

Pellego, Inc.

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1111236

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,115

Year Built

  • Built in 1904

Lot Details

  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked
  • Stone

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Happy Valley Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3702122715810000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,115

Year Built

Built in 1904

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 12 - 2 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1904
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.50
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 977
  • Square Footage Finished: 977

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Planked, Stone
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Detached
  • Total Covered Parking: 1

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Happy Valley
  • Project: Fairhaven Land Co Second Addition

Schools

  • Elementary School: Happy Vly Elem
  • Middle School: Fairhaven Mid
  • High School: Sehome High
  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 4,5,6
  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7405
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 3702122715810000
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 2808

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2018
Sold by
Geittmann Daniel and Geittmann Susan
Bought by
Geittmann Sara Beyene
Current Estimated Value
$730,113

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 25, 2017
Closed on
May 10, 2017
Sold by
Moore Craig and Moore Suzette
Bought by
Geittmann Daniel and Geittmann Susan
Seller's Agent
Jody Pelo
Coldwell Banker Bain
Buyer's Agent
Laura Sanderson
Pellego, Inc.
List Price
$324,500
Sold Price
$324,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.51%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2005
Sold by
Afs At-1 Inc
Bought by
Moore Craig and Moore Suzette

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2004
Sold by
Sibley Arna J
Bought by
Afs At-1 Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$231,000
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2001
Sold by
Sibley James F
Bought by
Sibley Arna J
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
Geittmann Sara Beyene -- None Available
Geittmann Daniel $340,000 Whatcom Land Title Co Inc
Moore Craig -- --
Afs At-1 Inc $231,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Sibley Arna J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Geittmann Sara Beyene $70,000
Previous Owner Moore Craig $228,750
Previous Owner Afs At-1 Inc $231,000
Previous Owner Sibley Arna J $97,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/22/2017 05/22/17 Sold $324,500 0.0% $332 / Sq Ft
04/27/2017 04/27/17 Pending -- -- --
04/25/2017 04/25/17 For Sale $324,500 -- $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 $5,115 $634,603 $371,668 $262,935
2023 $5,115 $657,291 $384,956 $272,335
2022 $4,052 $559,400 $327,624 $231,776
2021 $4,015 $434,052 $264,220 $169,832
2020 $3,945 $397,144 $231,770 $165,374
2019 $3,079 $376,976 $220,000 $156,976
2018 $3,184 $295,001 $176,313 $118,688
2017 $2,808 $261,853 $156,500 $105,353
2016 $2,556 $241,071 $144,000 $97,071
2015 $2,516 $228,601 $136,500 $92,101
2014 -- $217,712 $130,000 $87,712
2013 -- $207,825 $125,000 $82,825
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Jody Pelo

    Coldwell Banker Bain

    (360) 734-3420

    10 Total Sales

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  • Laura Sanderson

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Laura Sanderson

    Pellego, Inc.

    (360) 305-9807

    12 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1111236

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 370212-271581-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225 Happy Valley

1510 Donovan Ave, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 1510 Donovan Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225 since 25 April 2017 and is currently estimated at $761,499, approximately $779 per square foot. This property was built in 1904. 1510 Donovan Ave 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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