$1,100,000
SOLD JUL 16, 2021

2517 Lake Whatcom Blvd Bellingham, WA 98229

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,584 Sq Ft
1 Acres

Recently Sold

$307 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • Lake View
  • Deck
  • Kulshan Middle School Rated A-
  • Fruit Trees
  • Northwest Architecture

About This Home

As of July 2021

Words do no justice to describe this expansive 180 degree Lake Whatcom view home. Perched above the lake, this home spans 3584 sq ft & brings all elements of elegance under one roof. 4 bdrm/3.5 bathrooms/Office/3 car garage. A great room concept anchored by a the chef & entertainer's dream kitchen all designed with lake views in mind. Highlighted by enormous sit in island, SubZero fridge, double ovens & travertine tile. You may never want to leave the luxury of your main level primary suite though w/stunning views, glamorous closet, & private deck access thru french doors. Head downstairs to 2 addtl bdrms, enormous great room, & hidden storage area (future wine cellar?) All this covering a 1 acre lot with no one to build in front of you.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sean Hackney

NextHome Northwest Living License #26167 Listed on: 05/20/2021

NextHome Northwest Living

Last Buyer's Agent

Lori Christensen

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. License #128782

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1777215

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,946

Year Built

  • Built in 2009

Lot Details

  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Brush Vegetation
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Northwest Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • Bellingham Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 380431201015

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,946

Year Built

Built in 2009

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story W/Bsmnt.
  • Architecture: Nw Contemporary
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 2009
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Bath Off Master, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, French Doors, Security System, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Pantry, Walk-In Closet
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Laminate Hardwood, Wall To Wall Carpet, P
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 2
  • Bathrooms: 3.50
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Basement: Daylight, Fully Finished
  • Den or Office: Main
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Family Room: Lower
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3643
  • Square Footage Finished: 3584

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Planked
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Lake, Mountain, Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 3

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air, Tankless Water Heater
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
  • Water Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Bellingham

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Dead End Street, Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 43560
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level, Sloped, Steep Slope
  • Parcel Number: 380431201015
  • Lot Topography: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level, Sloped, Steep Slope

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 7809

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2025
Sold by
Cowell Peter Franklyn and Evola Gena Maria
Bought by
Cowell & Evola Living Trust and Cowell
Current Estimated Value
$1,279,097

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2021
Closed on
Jul 3, 2021
Sold by
Smith Daryl J and Smith Catherine A
Bought by
Evola Gena Maria and Cowell Peter Franklyn
Seller's Agent
Sean Hackney
NextHome Northwest Living
Buyer's Agent
Lori Christensen
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.50%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 13, 2016
Closed on
Jul 14, 2016
Sold by
Hartman Dimi
Bought by
Smith Daryl J and Smith Catherine A
Seller's Agent
Joshua Shiflett
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Sean Hackney
NextHome Northwest Living
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$665,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.48%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.59%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 2015
Sold by
Hartman Dimi
Bought by
Hartman Dimi

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2014
Sold by
Hartman Dimi
Bought by
Hartman Dimi

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2010
Sold by
Hartman Chris
Bought by
Hartman Dimi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$211,000
Interest Rate
4.48%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2008
Sold by
Hartman Chris and Hartman Dimi
Bought by
Hartman Chris and Hartman Dimi

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2007
Sold by
Gilson Mary M
Bought by
Hartman Chris and Hartman Dimi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$760,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $313 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $1,100,000 Chicago Title Company
Warranty Deed $665,000 Whatcom Land Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Whatcom Land Title Co Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Whatcom Land Title Co Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $180,280 Stewart Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $490,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $211,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $760,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/16/2021 07/16/21 Sold $1,100,000 0.0% $307 / Sq Ft
05/26/2021 05/26/21 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2021 05/20/21 For Sale $1,100,000 +65.4% $307 / Sq Ft
07/18/2016 07/18/16 Sold $665,000 -1.5% $186 / Sq Ft
06/02/2016 06/02/16 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2016 05/13/16 For Sale $675,000 -- $188 / 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 $9,946 $1,138,436 $453,350 $685,086
2023 $9,946 $1,167,420 $464,892 $702,528
2022 $8,298 $989,359 $393,984 $595,375
2021 $7,809 $772,937 $307,800 $465,137
2020 $7,012 $715,682 $285,000 $430,682
2019 $6,531 $628,396 $229,400 $398,996
2018 $6,605 $593,478 $216,783 $376,695
2017 $5,767 $511,320 $186,310 $325,010
2016 $5,098 $465,359 $169,415 $295,944
2015 $5,097 $432,232 $159,805 $272,427
2014 -- $419,236 $155,000 $264,236
2013 -- $388,092 $137,175 $250,917
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1777215

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380431-201015-0000