NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $616,000 - $692,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,507 Sq Ft
$434/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 12, 2019

Last sale price $450,000 $299 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,956/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Fruit Trees
  • Softwood Flooring
  • Bellingham High School Rated A
  • Territorial View
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of June 2019

Enjoy the convenience & great community of the Birchwood neighborhood in this 3BR/1BA early Century Craftsman. Fully fenced corner lot, walking distance to amenities & schools, this devotedly cared for home includes original built in cabinetry, newly refinished fir floors, finished basement bonus room & an east-facing sun room. Make this urban Farmlet your home & enjoy the results 15 years of organic gardening plus chicken coop. Short bike or bus ride to downtown & multiple parks.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Damian Pro

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #74612 Listed on: 05/08/2019

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Last Buyer's Agent

Paul Balzotti

John L. Scott Bellingham License #52322

John L. Scott Bellingham

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1453338

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,802

Year Built

  • Built in 1919

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Softwood Flooring
  • Territorial Views
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Birchwood Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3802131701770000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,802

Year Built

Built in 1919

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story W/Bsmnt.
  • Architecture: Craftsman
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1919
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Wine Cellar, Dbl Pane/Storm Windw
  • Floor Covering: Fir/Softwood
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Main: Lower
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2350
  • Square Footage Finished: 1507
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 843

Exterior Features

  • Construction Methods: Post And Beam, Standard Frame
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Post And Pillar, Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Off Street

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air, 90%+ High Efficiency, Tankless Water Heater
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Heater: Basement-Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Birchwood

Schools

  • Elementary School: Birchwood Elem
  • Middle School: Shuksan Mid
  • High School: Bellingham High
  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 3
  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Sq Ft: 9148
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 3802131701770000
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 2380

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 8, 2019
Closed on
Jun 4, 2019
Sold by
Chiavario Forest R
Bought by
Vetter Jennifer and Vetter Robert
Seller's Agent
Damian Pro
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Paul Balzotti
John L. Scott Bellingham
List Price
$415,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$35,000
8.43%
Current Estimated Value
$653,893

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$203,893
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.76%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 2005
Sold by
Ronning Stephen K
Bought by
Chiavario Forest R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$157,377
Interest Rate
5.65%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2003
Sold by
Pacific Homes/Homequest Inc
Bought by
Ronning Stephen K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$137,900
Interest Rate
5.97%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2002
Sold by
Fuller Gary S
Bought by
Pacific Homes/Homequest Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$82,800
Interest Rate
7.13%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Vetter Jennifer $450,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Chiavario Forest R $185,150 Whatcom Land Title
Ronning Stephen K -- Stewart Title Company
Pacific Homes/Homequest Inc -- Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vetter Jennifer $360,400
Closed Vetter Jennifer $250,000
Closed Vetter Jennifer $150,000
Previous Owner Chiavario Forest R $262,000
Previous Owner Chiavario Forest R $228,317
Previous Owner Chiavario Forest R $238,950
Previous Owner Chiavario Forest R $192,000
Previous Owner Chiavario Forest R $24,000
Previous Owner Chiavario Forest R $157,377
Previous Owner Ronning Stephen $3,801
Previous Owner Ronning Stephen K $137,900
Previous Owner Pacific Homes/Homequest Inc $82,800
Closed Chiavario Forest R $27,772
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/12/2019 06/12/19 Sold $450,000 +8.4% $299 / Sq Ft
05/09/2019 05/09/19 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2019 05/08/19 For Sale $415,000 -- $275 / 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 $4,802 $590,980 $218,015 $372,965
2023 $4,802 $616,966 $227,601 $389,365
2022 $4,155 $541,198 $199,650 $341,548
2021 $2,753 $447,271 $165,000 $282,271
2020 $2,661 $279,696 $116,828 $162,868
2019 $2,381 $261,348 $109,238 $152,110
2018 $2,464 $234,414 $97,988 $136,426
2017 $2,143 $207,411 $86,700 $120,711
2016 $1,960 $188,528 $78,900 $109,628
2015 $1,819 $179,557 $75,000 $104,557
2014 -- $161,199 $82,560 $78,639
2013 -- $154,877 $80,000 $74,877
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1453338

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380213-170177-0000