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Seller's Agent in 2023
Nancy Wallace
Coldwell Banker Bain
(206) 992-2596
1 in this area
18 Total Sales
Listed by Coldwell Banker Bain, Bought with Windermere R E Mount Baker
159 Martin Luther King jr Way Seattle, WA 98122
Mann NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $958,000 - $1,059,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,960
Sq Ft
$512/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- City View
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Garfield High School Rated A
- Property is near public transit
- 3-minute walk to Powell Barnett Park
About This Home
As of October 2023A white picket fence welcomes you to this rambler style home with a daylight basement. Situated at the center of growing local communities like Leschi, and the ever-thriving Central District. Walk to parks, bistros, cafes, restaurants, and beyond. The home is sited perfectly on a spacious flat lot with large sun drenched front and back yards perfect for gardening & entertainment. This Seattle charmer has been updated with what matters, new roof, AC, fully fenced yard, and ideal floor plan. The light-filled living room offers a fireplace and hardwood floor that flows into the dining room and eat-in kitchen. Large bedrooms, garage with brand new garage door opener, and private driveway. Opportunity to build an ADU with own access. Fabulous!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Bain License #22017732 Listed on: 07/18/2023
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: 2138889
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,192
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- 4,300 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Level Lot
- Garden
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Property Views
- City
- Territorial
Home Design
- Poured Concrete
- Composition Roof
- Vinyl Construction Material
Interior Spaces
- 1,960 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Finished Basement
- Natural lighting in basement
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Storm Windows
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near a bus stop
Schools
- Leschi Elementary School
- Wash Mid Middle School
- Garfield High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Central Area Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Down Payment Assistance Available
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Legal Lot and Block 10 / 19
- Assessor Parcel Number 6840701395
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 18, 2023
Closed on
Sep 29, 2023
Sold by
Bailey Ardon Elliott and Bailey Catherine Picarda
Bought by
Perkins Dinsmore Alma
Seller's Agent
Nancy Wallace
Coldwell Banker Bain
Buyer's Agent
Rosemary Pham
Windermere R E Mount Baker
List Price
$935,000
Sold Price
$900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-3.74%
Views
124
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
$102,649
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.46%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 28, 2016
Closed on
Sep 19, 2016
Sold by
Ashton Investments Llc
Bought by
Bailey Ardon Elliott and Bailey Catherine Picardal
Seller's Agent
Warren Ashton
Realty ONE Group Orca Gold
Buyer's Agent
Chris Kenyon
John L. Scott, Inc.
List Price
$640,000
Sold Price
$635,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.78%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.09%
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 19, 2016
Sold by
Shelton Charles Lee and Mitchell Carmen
Bought by
Ashton Investments Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 15, 2016
Sold by
Eastside Funding Llc
Bought by
Ashton Investments Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 16, 2004
Sold by
Mitchell Carmen and Bascomb Carmen Yvette
Bought by
Shelton Charles Lee and Mitchell Carmen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$357,000
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 26, 2002
Sold by
Bascomb Paul August
Bought by
Bascomb Carmen Yvette and Mitchell Carmen Yvette
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 29, 1998
Sold by
Lewis Chestina
Bought by
Mitchell Carmen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$146,728
Interest Rate
7.06%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perkins Dinsmore Alma | $900,000 | Chicago Title Company Of Washi | |
| Bailey Ardon Elliott | $635,000 | First American | |
| Ashton Investments Llc | $466,666 | None Available | |
| Ashton Investments Llc | -- | None Available | |
| Shelton Charles Lee | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Bascomb Carmen Yvette | -- | -- | |
| Mitchell Carmen | $130,000 | First American |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Bailey Ardon Elliott | $315,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shelton Charles Lee | $357,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mitchell Carmen | $146,728 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/02/2023 10/02/23 | Sold | $900,000 | 0.0% | $459 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/17/2023 09/17/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/09/2023 09/09/23 | Price Changed | $899,999 | -2.1% | $459 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/26/2023 08/26/23 | Price Changed | $919,500 | -1.7% | $469 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/18/2023 07/18/23 | For Sale | $935,000 | +47.2% | $477 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/21/2016 09/21/16 | Sold | $635,000 | -0.8% | $324 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/30/2016 08/30/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/16/2016 08/16/16 | Price Changed | $640,000 | 0.0% | $327 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/16/2016 08/16/16 | For Sale | $640,000 | -1.5% | $327 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/09/2016 08/09/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/28/2016 07/28/16 | For Sale | $650,000 | -- | $332 / 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 | $9,069 | $922,000 | $457,000 | $465,000 |
| 2023 | $8,664 | $897,000 | $457,000 | $440,000 |
| 2022 | $8,165 | $946,000 | $394,000 | $552,000 |
| 2021 | $8,070 | $870,000 | $358,000 | $512,000 |
| 2020 | $6,800 | $817,000 | $324,000 | $493,000 |
| 2018 | $5,943 | $699,000 | $295,000 | $404,000 |
| 2017 | $4,743 | $583,000 | $252,000 | $331,000 |
| 2016 | $4,501 | $477,000 | $210,000 | $267,000 |
| 2015 | $3,925 | $443,000 | $195,000 | $248,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $394,000 | $150,000 | $244,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $313,000 | $145,000 | $168,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Nancy Wallace
-
Rosemary Pham
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Rosemary Pham
Windermere Corporate
(206) 799-5461
2 in this area
92 Total Sales
-
Warren Ashton
Seller's Agent in 2016
Warren Ashton
Realty Executives
(206) 354-5245
19 Total Sales
-
Chris Kenyon
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Chris Kenyon
John L Scott
(206) 218-6062
1 Total Sale
Map
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: 2138889
APN: 684070-1395
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