NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1617 Bethel St NE Olympia, WA 98506

Northeast Olympia Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $378,000 - $430,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
844 Sq Ft
$480/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 19, 2020

Last sale price $324,000 $384 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,431/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City View
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Deck
  • Reeves Middle School Rated A-
  • Fruit Trees
  • 5-minute walk to Mission Creek Nature Park

About This Home

As of November 2020

Charming midcentury bungalow. Hardwood floors, Marmolium. French door from primary bedroom to relaxing covered porch that will encourage you to sit & enjoy your garden, have your morning coffee, or sip a glass of wine. Edith Heath tile. Added insulation, professional sealing of the house, & Nest thermostat = energy efficiency. HW heater 2018. Fully fenced back & front yards. Deep garage. Storage shed w/playhouse above. Organic garden, fruit trees & berries. 1 block to Roosevelt Elementary.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Sears

Coldwell Banker Evergreen License #23937 Listed on: 10/03/2020

Coldwell Banker Evergreen

Last Buyer's Agent

Melody Cahill

Van Dorm Realty, Inc License #4482

Van Dorm Realty, Inc

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1669750

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,881

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-6-12

Property Views

  • City Views

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Detached Carport Space
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Bigelow Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 61401101000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,881

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Architecture: Craftsman
  • Homebuilder: unknown
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, French Doors
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 2.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 844
  • Square Footage Finished: 844

Exterior Features

  • Construction Methods: Standard Frame
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: City

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Carport-Detached, Off Street
  • Total Covered Parking: 1

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: City of Olympia
  • Water Company: City of Olympia
  • Water Heater: kitchen-gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Bigelow
  • Project: Gallihers Addition

Schools

  • Elementary School: Roosevelt Elem
  • Middle School: Reeves Mid
  • High School: Olympia High
  • School District: OLY

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 10 together w/E half alley
  • Lot Details: Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5020
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 61401101000
  • Zoning Code: R-6-12
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 2449

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2020
Closed on
Oct 30, 2020
Sold by
Fuess Christopher and Wenner Suzanne
Bought by
Owen Colin W
Seller's Agent
Mary Sears
Coldwell Banker Evergreen
Buyer's Agent
Melody Cahill
Van Dorm Realty, Inc
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$324,000
Premium/Discount to List
$49,000
17.82%
Current Estimated Value
$405,294

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$81,294
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.25%
Original Mortgage
$259,000
Outstanding Balance
$230,998
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$183,296

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 2012
Sold by
Fuess Christopher
Bought by
Fuess Christopher and Wenner Suzanne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,400
Interest Rate
3.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2007
Sold by
Wenner Suzanne
Bought by
Fuess Christopher

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$158,000
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2004
Sold by
Livecchi Lara E and Carlsen William S
Bought by
Fuess Christopher

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$117,832
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 1999
Sold by
Sullivan Joseph K and Sullivan Debbie L
Bought by
Carlsen William S and Livecchi Lara E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$93,727
Interest Rate
7.7%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 1997
Sold by
Neary Patrick W and Neary Michele L
Bought by
Sullivan Joseph K and Sullivan Debbie L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,800
Interest Rate
7.36%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 1996
Sold by
Wood Barbara F and Stehr Maxine
Bought by
Neary Patrick W and Neary Michele L
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
Owen Colin W $324,000 Thurston County Title Co
Fuess Christopher -- Thurston County Title
Fuess Christopher -- Chicago Title Company
Fuess Christopher $147,290 Stewart Title Of Western
Carlsen William S $94,500 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Sullivan Joseph K $91,000 Pioneer Title Company
Neary Patrick W -- Pioneer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Owen Colin W $259,000
Previous Owner Fuess Christopher $40,000
Previous Owner Fuess Christopher $151,400
Previous Owner Fuess Christopher $158,000
Previous Owner Fuess Christopher $43,000
Previous Owner Fuess Christopher $117,832
Previous Owner Carlsen William S $93,727
Previous Owner Sullivan Joseph K $72,800
Closed Fuess Christopher $29,458
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/19/2020 11/19/20 Sold $324,000 +17.8% $384 / Sq Ft
10/07/2020 10/07/20 Pending -- -- --
10/03/2020 10/03/20 For Sale $275,000 -- $326 / 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 $2,881 $302,300 $164,300 $138,000
2023 $2,881 $275,000 $129,000 $146,000
2022 $2,850 $278,100 $102,500 $175,600
2021 $2,431 $238,200 $89,700 $148,500
2020 $2,378 $187,900 $61,100 $126,800
2019 $2,155 $179,300 $60,300 $119,000
2018 $2,190 $162,400 $53,400 $109,000
2017 $1,698 $135,450 $63,350 $72,100
2016 $1,569 $127,200 $53,600 $73,600
2014 -- $125,050 $55,850 $69,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mary Sears

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Mary Sears

    Coldwell Banker Evergreen Olympic Realty, Inc.

    (360) 789-3378

    8 in this area

    82 Total Sales

    Mary Sears
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  • Melody Cahill

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Melody Cahill

    Van Dorm Realty, Inc

    (360) 402-3740

    1 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Melody Cahill
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1669750

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 61401101000

Washington Thurston County Olympia 98506 Northeast Olympia

1617 Bethel St NE, Olympia, WA

This home is located at 1617 Bethel St NE, Olympia, WA 98506 since 03 October 2020 and is currently estimated at $405,294, approximately $480 per square foot. This property was built in 1950. 1617 Bethel St NE is a home located in Thurston County with nearby schools including Roosevelt Elementary School, Reeves Middle School, and Avanti High School.

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