NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1953 Lake Whatcom Blvd Unit 1B Bellingham, WA 98229

Estimated Value: $448,000 - $550,671

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,260 Sq Ft
2.89 Acres

Last Sold June 01, 2015

Last sale price $195,000 $86 Per Sq Ft

Est. 146% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,081/month

340 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course View
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring
  • Kulshan Middle School Rated A-
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Garage

About This Home

As of June 2015

Looking for the convenience of a condominium, but can't find one large enough? Come see this modern, very clean, end unit that overlooks the golf course at Sudden Valley. This unit has the master suite on the main floor as well as one other bedroom. The living room has a gas fireplace, deck access, and great views overlooking the 17th & 18th fairways. The lower level has a family room with a 2nd gas fireplace, an area for an office or den, and a large 3rd bedroom. Huge laundry/storage room.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Greg Paul

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. License #26986 Listed on: 05/01/2014

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Greg Paul

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. License #26986 Listed on: 05/01/2014

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM629013

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,806

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 2.89

Property Views

  • Golf Course
  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 3-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Garage
  • Carport
  • Off-Street Parking

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3704080903630008

Community Details

Overview

  • 12 Units
  • Sudden Valley Community

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,806

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Style: 31 - Condo (2 Levels)
  • Architecture: Contemporary
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Unit Floor Number: 1
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Remodeled: Y
  • Remodeled Updated: Y
  • Appliance Hookups: Cooking-Electric, Cooking-Gas, Dryer-Electric, Dryer-Gas, Washer
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Bathrooms: 2.50
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Lower: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplace Type: Gas
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Den or Office: Lower
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Family Room: Lower
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Storage: Garage
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2260
  • Window Coverings: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Planked, Wood Products
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Golf Course, Mountain, Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Numberof Assigned Spaces: 2
  • Parking Type: Carport, Individual Garage, Off Street
  • Parking Space Number: 1-B

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Central A/C, Forced Air
  • Water Heater: Lower Level Utility Room-Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Numberof Units in Building: 12
  • Numberof Units In Complex: 20
  • HOA Fees: 458
  • Community Name: Sudden Valley
  • Project: Deer Creek Condominiums
  • Cats And Dogs: No Restrictions
  • Manager Contact Information: Sonrise/Stephanie (360) 738-3700
  • Association Contact: Jerry Peel (360) 933-4946
  • Common Property Features: Cable Tv, Club House, Golf Course, High Speed Int Avail, Trails
  • Home Owner Dues Included: Snow Removal, Road Maintenance, Common Area Maintenance, Security Services
  • Unit Features: Balcony/Deck/Patio, End Unit, Ground Floor, Insulated Windows, Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • Elementary School: Geneva Elem
  • Middle School: Kulshan Mid
  • High School: Bellingham High
  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3704080903630008

Rental Info

  • Monthly Rentif Rented: 1400

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 1921

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2014
Closed on
May 26, 2015
Sold by
Nordell Lawrence K and Nordell Sarah A
Bought by
Scherer Douglas H and Scherer Julie A
Seller's Agent
Greg Paul
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Greg Paul
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$195,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-2.45%
Total Days on Market
340
Current Estimated Value
$479,668

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$284,668
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.37%
Original Mortgage
$156,000
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2010
Sold by
Hadd Thomas L and Hadd Virginia A
Bought by
Nordell Lawrence K and Nordell Sarah A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 2005
Sold by
Levy Charles and Levy Joyce
Bought by
Hadd Thomas L and Hadd Virginia A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$207,100
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 9, 2004
Sold by
Levy Charles
Bought by
Levy Charles and Levy Joyce

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$155,000
Interest Rate
5.65%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2003
Sold by
Burlingame Carl H and Burlingame Lynn D
Bought by
Levy Charles

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 4, 2002
Sold by
Fraser Dorothy Grace
Bought by
Burlingame Carl H and Burlingame Lynn D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$117,600
Interest Rate
6.83%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Scherer Douglas H $195,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Nordell Lawrence K $296,280 First American Title Insuran
Hadd Thomas L $218,000 First American Title Insuran
Levy Charles -- First American Title Ins Co
Levy Charles $137,528 Stewart Title Company
Burlingame Carl H $126,353 Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Scherer Douglas H $142,000
Closed Scherer Douglas H $156,000
Previous Owner Hadd Thomas L $100,000
Previous Owner Hadd Thomas L $207,100
Previous Owner Levy Charles $155,000
Previous Owner Levy Charles $152,000
Previous Owner Burlingame Carl H $117,600
Closed Burlingame Carl H $14,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/01/2015 06/01/15 Sold $195,000 -2.5% $86 / Sq Ft
04/07/2015 04/07/15 Pending -- -- --
12/09/2014 12/09/14 Price Changed $199,900 0.0% $88 / Sq Ft
12/09/2014 12/09/14 For Sale $199,900 +2.5% $88 / Sq Ft
11/19/2014 11/19/14 Off Market $195,000 -- --
08/21/2014 08/21/14 Price Changed $209,900 -8.7% $93 / Sq Ft
05/01/2014 05/01/14 For Sale $229,900 -- $102 / 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 $4,806 $500,000 $72,418 $427,582
2023 $4,806 $500,000 $72,418 $427,582
2022 $3,419 $436,632 $56,138 $380,494
2021 $3,083 $316,400 $40,680 $275,720
2020 $2,959 $280,000 $36,000 $244,000
2019 $2,609 $264,470 $100,143 $164,327
2018 $2,436 $237,724 $90,015 $147,709
2017 $2,123 $189,061 $71,251 $117,810
2016 $1,798 $171,824 $64,724 $107,100
2015 -- $152,437 $57,653 $94,784
2014 -- $143,640 $54,390 $89,250
2013 -- $155,981 $42,300 $113,681
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM629013

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 370408-090363-0008