NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1686 Galbraith Ln Bellingham, WA 98229

Estimated Value: $1,256,000 - $1,570,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
3,324 Sq Ft
$425/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 16, 2012

Last sale price $549,000 $165 Per Sq Ft

Est. 157% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,331/month

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Secluded Lot
  • Fairhaven Middle School Rated A-
  • Creek or Stream View
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of August 2012

Pristine custom home on 4.87 park like acres, complete w/creek and towering cedars at the base of Galbraith Mountain. Master on main, 3 BR, 2.75 BA, approx 3,000 SF with quality finishes. Incredible interior storage. Clear cedar siding, solid fir doors, oak hardwood floors and clear hemlock painted trim. Covered carport/breeze way & 40x50 high bay heated shop w/4 bays. South & East patios w/partial cover. Retreat back to home w/a secluded feel but close to everything: Lake Padden, Trails & I-5.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michelle Harrington

COMPASS License #24000382 Listed on: 04/24/2012

COMPASS

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Langley

Summit Properties NW LLC

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM347730

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,188

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

Lot Details

  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Dog Run
  • Secluded Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned Rural 1 DU/5 acres

Property Views

  • Creek or Stream
  • Territorial

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Attached Carport
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Farming

  • Barn

Utilities

  • Propane
  • Private Water Source
  • Septic System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3703151084980000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,188

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 1 1/2 Story
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Wired For Generator, Bath Off Master, Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, French Doors, Jetted Tub, Walk-In Closet
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Approved Number of Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 2.75
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Family Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3324
  • Square Footage Finished: 3324

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Carport-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 5

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Central A/C, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Stove/Free Standing
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Septic Approved for Number of Bedrooms: 3
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Sewer Company: Septic
  • Water Company: Well
  • Water Heater: Hall Closet-Electric
  • Water Source: Private

Schools

  • Elementary School: Wade King Elem
  • Middle School: Fairhaven Mid
  • High School: Sehome High
  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: See Legal
  • Lot Details: Dead End Street, Paved Street, Secluded
  • Lot Dimensions: See Plat
  • Lot Sq Ft: 212137
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Level, Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 3703151084980000
  • Zoning Code: Rural 1 DU/5 acres
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Lot Topography: Level, Wooded

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 4509

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2016
Sold by
Lykke Greg
Bought by
Morris Steven M and Morris Sharon A
Current Estimated Value
$1,411,174

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 24, 2012
Closed on
Aug 13, 2012
Sold by
Lykke Gregory H and Lykke Barbara
Bought by
Morris Steven M and Morris Sharon A
Seller's Agent
Michelle Harrington
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Tom Langley
Summit Properties NW LLC
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$549,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.43%
Original Mortgage
$439,000
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 2012
Sold by
Lykke Greg
Bought by
Lykke Greg

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2002
Sold by
Lykke Marji D
Bought by
Lykke Gregory H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$273,750
Interest Rate
6.28%
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
Morris Steven M $210,000 Whatcom Land Title
Morris Steven M $549,280 Whatcom Land Title
Lykke Greg $558,901 None Available
Lykke Gregory H -- Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Morris Steven M $160,000
Previous Owner Morris Steven M $439,000
Previous Owner Lykke Gregory H $273,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/16/2012 08/16/12 Sold $549,000 0.0% $165 / Sq Ft
06/23/2012 06/23/12 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2012 04/24/12 For Sale $549,000 -- $165 / 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 $10,188 $1,211,654 $529,450 $682,204
2023 $10,188 $1,211,654 $529,450 $682,204
2022 $8,046 $877,992 $383,651 $494,341
2021 $6,929 $763,471 $333,610 $429,861
2020 $7,145 $647,009 $282,720 $364,289
2019 $5,791 $647,009 $282,720 $364,289
2018 $5,968 $525,946 $178,016 $347,930
2017 $5,425 $461,767 $156,293 $305,474
2016 $5,060 $437,548 $148,096 $289,452
2015 $5,013 $425,842 $144,134 $281,708
2014 -- $0 $0 $0
2013 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Tom Langley

    Summit Properties NW LLC

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM347730

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 370315-108498-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98229

1686 Galbraith Ln, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 1686 Galbraith Ln, Bellingham, WA 98229 since 24 April 2012 and is currently estimated at $1,411,174, approximately $424 per square foot. This property was built in 1985. 1686 Galbraith Ln is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Wade King Elementary School, Fairhaven Middle School, and Sehome High School.

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