NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1623 James St Bellingham, WA 98225

York Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $616,000 - $687,414

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,436 Sq Ft
$452/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 29, 2012

Last sale price $239,500 $167 Per Sq Ft

Est. 171% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,888/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • Fruit Trees
  • Territorial View
  • Fairhaven Middle School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Softwood Flooring

About This Home

As of June 2012

Great York neighborhood craftsman home on 1 1/2 lots, 3 bedrooms, full spacious basement with newer gas furnace, cozy enclosed front porch with french doors to living room, hardwood floors. Detached garage with paved off street parking off alley, beautiful mature landscaping.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Rawls

Bellwether Real Estate License #20317 Listed on: 05/15/2012

Bellwether Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Renae Ingraham

Bellwether Real Estate License #109488

Last Buyer's Agent

Staci Ryan

NextHome Northwest Living License #49759

NextHome Northwest Living

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM356976

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,320

Year Built

  • Built in 1904

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is zoned RS

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Flooring

  • Softwood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Parking

  • Detached Carport Space
  • Off-Street Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Additional Features

  • Territorial Views
  • Oven or Range
  • Deck
  • Cable TV Available
  • Unfinished Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 380330538188

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,320

Year Built

Built in 1904

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 1 1/2 Stry W/Bsmt
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1904
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, French Doors, Walk-In Closet
  • Floor Covering: Fir/Softwood, Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1436
  • Square Footage Finished: 14

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Carport-Detached, Off Street
  • 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 Heater: Basement-ELEC
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Carl Cozier Elem
  • Middle School: Whatcom Mid
  • High School: Bellingham High
  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 16 & 50 1/2 17
  • Lot Details: Alley, Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Dimensions: 60x120
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6720
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Level
  • Parcel Number: 380330538188
  • Zoning Code: RS
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 2021

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2012
Closed on
Jun 18, 2012
Sold by
Minge Ruth
Bought by
Murphy Chris and Murphy Tanya
Seller's Agent
Mike Rawls
Bellwether Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Staci Ryan
NextHome Northwest Living
List Price
$239,500
Sold Price
$239,500
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$649,104

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$409,604
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.47%
Original Mortgage
$129,000
Outstanding Balance
$90,918
Interest Rate
3.74%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$593,996
Source: Public Records

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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
Murphy Chris $239,780 Chicago Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Murphy Chris $129,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/29/2012 06/29/12 Sold $239,500 0.0% $167 / Sq Ft
05/20/2012 05/20/12 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2012 05/14/12 For Sale $239,500 -- $167 / 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 $5,320 $666,620 $269,395 $397,225
2023 $5,320 $683,553 $276,238 $407,315
2022 $4,344 $589,279 $238,140 $351,139
2021 $4,262 $467,682 $189,000 $278,682
2020 $3,881 $433,039 $175,000 $258,039
2019 $3,474 $381,116 $145,574 $235,542
2018 $3,499 $342,104 $130,699 $211,405
2017 $3,018 $294,541 $112,525 $182,016
2016 $2,641 $265,528 $100,975 $164,553
2015 $2,589 $241,870 $92,225 $149,645
2014 -- $229,478 $87,500 $141,978
2013 -- $218,119 $84,000 $134,119
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mike Rawls

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Mike Rawls

    Bellwether Real Estate

    (360) 319-3143

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  • Renae Ingraham

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012

    Renae Ingraham

    Bellwether Real Estate

    (360) 319-0164

    82 Total Sales

    Renae Ingraham
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  • Staci Ryan

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Staci Ryan

    NextHome Northwest Living

    (360) 739-8275

    1 in this area

    105 Total Sales

    Staci Ryan
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM356976

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380330-538188-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225 York

1623 James St, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 1623 James St, Bellingham, WA 98225 since 15 May 2012 and is currently estimated at $649,104, approximately $452 per square foot. This property was built in 1904. 1623 James St 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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