Listed by NextHome Northwest Living, Bought with Professional Realty Svcs Int'l
$736,275
SOLD DEC 18, 2024

1544 Emerald Lake Way Bellingham, WA 98226

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,184 Sq Ft
0.99 Acres

Recently Sold

$337 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of a Sound
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Deck
  • Squalicum High School Rated A-
  • Fruit Trees
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of December 2024

Welcome to 1544 Emerald Lake Way - a privately situated home on one acre in Bellingham! Enjoy the incredible bay, island, and city views from the large main deck or from the private primary deck. The house features two wood-burning fireplaces, open living spaces, a primary bedroom w/ensuite, 2 more bedrooms & a full bathroom! The daylight basement provides extra space with a rec room and bedroom + 1/2 bathroom - could make a great MIL space. Recent upgrades include new bathroom flooring, interior and exterior paint, windows, & AC. Don't miss the 2 large outbuildings - perfect for a workshop or hobby space! The circular driveway ensures easy access with ample parking. A peaceful retreat in the heart of Bellingham with endless possibilities!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sean Ryan

NextHome Northwest Living License #23669 Listed on: 10/09/2024

NextHome Northwest Living

Last Buyer's Agent

Todd Bunger

Professional Realty Svcs Int'l License #98699

Professional Realty Svcs Int'l

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2299217

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,642

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 0.99 Acre Lot
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • West Facing Home
  • Secluded Lot
  • Terraced Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is in good condition
  • Zoning described as RR2

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • RV Access or Parking

Property Views

  • Views of a Sound
  • Bay
  • City
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,184 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Geneva Elementary School
  • Kulshan Mid Middle School
  • Sehome High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Emerald Lake Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,642

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • StyleCode: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.5
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Building Name: Emerald Lake
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 2184
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2299217?w=Consumer&agent=35452
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 165

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: Daylight, Finished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Bath Off Primary, Ceramic Tile, Double Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Laminate Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Water Heater
  • Living Area: 2184
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.25
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • FireplacesMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 2184
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 1
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 1
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 1
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • FireplacesLower: 1
  • NWM_NumberOfBathtubs: 1
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay, City, Sound, Territorial
  • Lot Features: Dead End Street, Secluded
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Structure Type: House

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central A/C, None
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: Puget Sound Energy
  • WaterCompany: Whatcom County Water District 7
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Garage
  • WaterHeaterType: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Bellingham
  • High School: Sehome High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Kulshan Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3803103490060000
  • Topography: Partial Slope,Terraces
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.99
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43124
  • Zoning Description: RR2
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Deck,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Realist
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: MLS
  • ZoningJurisdiction: County

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas, Wood

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5642

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Natural Gas,Wood

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Geneva Elem

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2024
Closed on
Dec 12, 2024
Sold by
Kaatz Larry G
Bought by
Bunger Sarah and Bunger Kevin
Seller's Agent
Sean Ryan
NextHome Northwest Living
Buyer's Agent
Todd Bunger
Professional Realty Svcs Int'l
List Price
$749,900
Sold Price
$736,275
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,625
-1.82%
Views
12
Current Estimated Value
$761,791

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$25,516
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.05%
Original Mortgage
$699,461
Outstanding Balance
$697,051
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$64,740

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 2020
Sold by
Kaatz Larry G
Bought by
Kaatz Larry G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$273,985
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2004
Sold by
Taylor Wesley B and Mills Joanna L
Bought by
Kaatz Larry G and Kaatz Jennifer Lynn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$224,000
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2003
Sold by
Collins Eric J and Collins Frieda M
Bought by
Taylor Wesley B and Mills Joanna L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$207,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 2002
Sold by
Wilson Richard M and Wilson Mary H
Bought by
Collins Eric J and Collins Frieda M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$157,200
Interest Rate
6.89%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $736,275 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Servicelink
Warranty Deed $280,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Warranty Deed $197,696 First American Title Insuran
Warranty Deed $168,901 Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $699,461 New Conventional
Previous Owner $273,985 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $337,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $343,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $264,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $32,950 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $224,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $207,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $157,200 No Value Available
Closed $56,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/18/2024 12/18/24 Sold $736,275 -1.8% $337 / Sq Ft
10/15/2024 10/15/24 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2024 10/09/24 For Sale $749,900 -- $343 / 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 $5,642 $636,947 $285,120 $351,827
2023 $5,642 $664,961 $297,660 $367,301
2022 $4,481 $540,618 $242,000 $298,618
2021 $4,595 $446,792 $200,000 $246,792
2020 $4,484 $431,391 $194,713 $236,678
2019 $3,996 $403,107 $182,063 $221,044
2018 $4,142 $361,566 $163,313 $198,253
2017 $3,612 $319,916 $144,500 $175,416
2016 $3,338 $290,810 $131,500 $159,310
2015 $3,631 $276,941 $125,000 $151,941
2014 -- $293,208 $144,480 $148,728
2013 -- $281,611 $140,000 $141,611
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2299217

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380310-349006-0000