NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1853 Academy Rd Bellingham, WA 98226

Estimated Value: $787,000 - $966,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
2,700 Sq Ft
$321/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 15, 2021

Last sale price $685,000 $254 Per Sq Ft

Est. 27% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,164/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wooded Lot
  • Silver Beach Elementary School Rated A-
  • Secluded Lot
  • Territorial View

About This Home

As of December 2021

Magical setting in Silver Beach! Nearly 2 acres situated in the coveted Academy neighborhood. Wooded setting with tons of privacy and possibilities. Custom built home with Redwood siding. Lower level rec room with adjoining heated shop space (included in sq. footage). Solid wood cabinetry, hardwood flooring, new carpet, & an updated bathroom. Large master bedroom with windows overlooking the spacious yard. Just a hop, skip, & a jump to the Lake Whatcom boat launch & an extensive trail system.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jon Hansen

Hansen Group Real Estate Inc License #7746 Listed on: 10/29/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Derek Buse

COMPASS License #125708

COMPASS

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1859618

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,762

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • Secluded Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R5A

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Territorial Views
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Concrete
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Silver Beach Elementary School
  • Whatcom Mid Middle School

Utilities

  • Septic System

Community Details

  • Silver Beach Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3803232102500000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,762

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 18 - 2 Stories W/Bsmnt
  • Architecture: Contemporary
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 18

Interior Features

  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, K
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Bathrooms: 2.25
  • Bathrooms Main: Lower
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Upper
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Extra Finished Room: Upper
  • Family Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Recreation Room: Lower
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2700
  • Square Footage Finished: 2700
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 952
  • Total Square Footage: 2700

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water Heater: Garage-Water Heater Tank
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Silver Beach

Schools

  • Elementary School: Silver Beach Elem
  • Middle School: Whatcom Mid
  • High School: Squalicum High
  • School District: BEL
  • Junior High: Whatcom Mid

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Paved Street, Secluded
  • Lot Sq Ft: 78844
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Garden Space, Level, Partial Slope, Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 3803232102500000
  • Zoning Code: R5A
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Level, Partial Slope, Wooded

Tax Info

  • Year: 2021
  • Tax Amount: 4561

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Silver Beach Elem
  • Senior High: Squalicum High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2021
Closed on
Dec 14, 2021
Sold by
Trowbridge James Edward
Bought by
Kendall Martha E and Weed Joseph Barker
Seller's Agent
Jon Hansen
Hansen Group Real Estate Inc
Buyer's Agent
Derek Buse
COMPASS
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$685,000
Premium/Discount to List
$36,000
5.55%
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$866,914

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$181,914
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.32%
Original Mortgage
$535,000
Outstanding Balance
$497,963
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$350,431

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2021
Closed on
Dec 8, 2021
Sold by
Lauren Kendall-Weed Jamie and Lauren Jeffery
Bought by
Kendall-Weed Jeffrey
Seller's Agent
Jon Hansen
Hansen Group Real Estate Inc
Buyer's Agent
Derek Buse
COMPASS
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$685,000
Premium/Discount to List
$36,000
5.55%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$535,000
Outstanding Balance
$497,963
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$350,431
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
Kendall Martha E $685,000 Whatcom Land Title
Kendall-Weed Jeffrey $313 Whatcom Land Title
Kendall-Weed Jeffrey $685,000 Whatcom Land Title
Kendall Weed Jeffrey -- Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kendall-Weed Jeffrey $535,000
Closed Kendall-Weed Jeffrey $535,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/15/2021 12/15/21 Sold $685,000 +5.5% $254 / Sq Ft
11/04/2021 11/04/21 Pending -- -- --
10/29/2021 10/29/21 For Sale $649,000 -- $240 / 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 $6,762 $790,584 $404,633 $385,951
2023 $6,762 $780,584 $395,547 $385,037
2022 $4,700 $549,302 $311,454 $237,848
2021 $4,561 $453,969 $257,400 $196,569
2020 $4,463 $415,936 $188,450 $227,486
2019 $4,048 $396,129 $179,476 $216,653
2018 $4,379 $367,955 $166,711 $201,244
2017 $3,607 $339,781 $153,946 $185,835
2016 $3,377 $291,884 $132,245 $159,639
2015 $4,203 $281,742 $127,650 $154,092
2014 -- $0 $0 $0
2013 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jon Hansen

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Jon Hansen

    Hansen Group Real Estate Inc

    (360) 224-7443

    196 Total Sales

    Jon Hansen
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  • Derek Buse

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Derek Buse

    COMPASS

    (360) 599-0379

    104 Total Sales

    Derek Buse
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1859618

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380323-210250-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98226

1853 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 1853 Academy Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226 since 29 October 2021 and is currently estimated at $866,914, approximately $321 per square foot. This property was built in 1976. 1853 Academy Rd is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Silver Beach Elementary School, Whatcom Middle School, and Squalicum High School.

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