NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3229 W Ames Lake Dr NE Redmond, WA 98053

Estimated Value: $2,357,000 - $2,769,763

4 Beds
3 Baths
5,000 Sq Ft
$494/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 05, 2021

Last sale price $2,350,000 $470 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,605/month

57 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront Community
  • Stables
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Fall City Elementary School Rated A
  • Spa
  • Deck

About This Home

As of August 2021

This commanding & stately custom home on two acres in Ames Lake is truly one of a kind! 50 years in the making, 5000 sq ft estate nestled within a private meadow & breathtaking garden blooms. Unbelievable solid old-growth wood beams & custom woodwork adorns the entire home. 1500 sq ft great room w/bright & airy floor-to-ceiling windows, soaring vaulted ceilings & its own kitchen is an entertainer's dream. Pony stable, hot tub w/gazebo, sport court, 2 rose gardens & fenced yard. Dual kitchens, 4bd, 3bth, 4 fireplaces & two garages- WOW! Freshly painted interior refinished hardwoods & new whole house generator. Private LAKE ACCESS, close to everything yet a world away! A sanctuary unlike any other at Ames Lake. Pre-Inspected

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisabet de Vos

COMPASS License #139227 Listed on: 05/18/2021

COMPASS

Last Buyer's Agent

Nancy Backman

John L. Scott, Inc. License #71447

John L. Scott, Inc.

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1771258

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,806

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Northwest Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Shake Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Territorial Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Gazebo

Utilities

  • Septic System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Pasture
  • Stables

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0203101450

Community Details

Overview

  • Ames Lake Community

Recreation

  • Waterfront Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,806

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 11 - 1 1/2 Story
  • Architecture: Nw Contemporary
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: 2nd Kitchen, Wired For Generator, Bath Off Master, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace In Mstr Br, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Skylights, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Pantry, Walk-In Closet
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Approved Number of Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Bathrooms: 2.75
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Upper
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Fireplaces Main: 3
  • Den or Office: Main
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Extra Finished Room: Upper
  • Family Room: Main
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 5000
  • Square Footage Finished: 5000

Exterior Features

  • Construction Methods: Post And Beam
  • Exterior: Stone, Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Cedar Shake
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached, Garage-Detached, K
  • Total Covered Parking: 4

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Central A/C, Forced Air
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Septic Approved for Number of Bedrooms: 3
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water Company: Ames Lake Water Association
  • Water Heater: closet-gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Ames Lake
  • Community Features: Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach

Schools

  • Elementary School: Fall City Elem
  • Middle School: Chief Kanim Mid
  • High School: Mount Si High
  • School District: SVS

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Corner Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 88,426
  • Lot Sq Ft: 88426
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Garden Space, Level, Partial Slope, Pasture, Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 0203101450
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Level, Partial Slope, Pasture, Wooded

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 12563

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 18, 2021
Closed on
Aug 3, 2021
Sold by
Reiss Douglas Chamberlin
Bought by
Braff Jill S and Braff Joshua H
Seller's Agent
Lisabet de Vos
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Backman
John L. Scott, Inc.
List Price
$1,998,000
Sold Price
$2,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$352,000
17.62%
Total Days on Market
57
Current Estimated Value
$2,472,441

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$122,441
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.03%
Original Mortgage
$1,527,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,411,572
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$935,712

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 2009
Sold by
Reiss Julia Ann
Bought by
Reiss Douglas Chamberlin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
5.59%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 4, 1998
Sold by
Reiss Douglas C and Reiss Douglas Chamberlin
Bought by
Reiss Douglas C and Reiss Julia A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Interest Rate
6.93%
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
Braff Jill S $2,350,000 Wfg Natl Ttl Co Of Wa Llc
Reiss Douglas Chamberlin -- None Available
Reiss Douglas C -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Braff Jill S $1,527,500
Previous Owner Reiss Douglas C $250,000
Previous Owner Reiss Douglas C $280,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/05/2021 08/05/21 Sold $2,350,000 +17.6% $470 / Sq Ft
07/14/2021 07/14/21 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2021 05/18/21 For Sale $1,998,000 -- $400 / 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 $17,806 $1,793,000 $541,000 $1,252,000
2023 $15,505 $1,342,000 $449,000 $893,000
2022 $13,389 $1,687,000 $552,000 $1,135,000
2021 $12,635 $1,166,000 $382,000 $784,000
2020 $12,563 $994,000 $340,000 $654,000
2018 $12,515 $964,000 $329,000 $635,000
2017 $11,179 $936,000 $301,000 $635,000
2016 $10,861 $857,000 $276,000 $581,000
2015 $9,821 $806,000 $260,000 $546,000
2014 -- $794,000 $250,000 $544,000
2013 -- $693,000 $218,000 $475,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lisabet de Vos

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Lisabet de Vos

    COMPASS

    (206) 482-7211

    1 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Lisabet de Vos
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  • Nancy Backman

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Nancy Backman

    John L Scott

    (425) 444-3529

    1 in this area

    61 Total Sales

    Nancy Backman
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1771258

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 020310-1450

Washington King County Redmond 98053

3229 W Ames Lake Dr NE, Redmond, WA

This home is located at 3229 W Ames Lake Dr NE, Redmond, WA 98053 since 18 May 2021 and is currently estimated at $2,472,441, approximately $494 per square foot. This property was built in 1970. 3229 W Ames Lake Dr NE is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Fall City Elementary School, Chief Kanim Middle School, and Mount Si High School.

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