Listed by Keller Williams Western Realty, Bought with Epique Realty
$117,000
SOLD SEP 11, 2015

3538 Northwest Ave Unit 14 Bellingham, WA 98225

Birchwood Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
799 Sq Ft
1979 Built

Recently Sold

$146 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Shuksan Meadows Park
  • Bellingham High School Rated A
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

As of November 2020

Completely renovated in 2007 to offer energy efficient windows and exterior & interior lighting. High end features include stainless steel appliances, granite tile countertops, wood fireplace, new laminate flooring, new carpet, new paint, new tile. Washer and Dryer in unit. Great location close to Whatcom Community College and easy access to I-5

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Don Hammons

Keller Williams Western Realty License #27977 Listed on: 06/01/2015

Keller Williams Western Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathleen Facey

Epique Realty License #26961

Epique Realty

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM796266

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,094

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Parking

  • Uncovered Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3802131722440008

Community Details

Overview

  • Birchwood Community

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
  • Pet Restriction

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,094

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Style: 30 - Condo (1 Level)
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Unit Floor Number: 2
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliance Hookups: Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric, Washer
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 2.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 799

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Numberof Assigned Spaces: 1
  • Parking Type: Uncovered
  • Parking Space Number: 24

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Insert, Wall
  • Water Heater: Closet-Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 187
  • Community Name: Birchwood
  • Project: Cottage Creek
  • Cats And Dogs: Subj To Restrictions
  • Home Owner Dues Included: Garbage, Water/Sewer, Common Area Maintenance
  • Unit Features: Balcony/Deck/Patio, End Unit

Schools

  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3802131722440008

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 835

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 17, 2023
Sold by
Neilan Chase Thomas and Neilan Jaimie Nicole
Bought by
Adams Willie and Kirkpatrick Megan
Current Estimated Value
$280,738

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$274,500
Outstanding Balance
$266,157
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$23,716

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 9, 2020
Closed on
Nov 5, 2020
Sold by
Murray Kirsten P
Bought by
Neilan Chase Thomas and Neilan Jaimie Nicole
Seller's Agent
Jeff Braimes
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dale Serbousek
Epique Realty
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$223,300
Premium/Discount to List
$3,400
1.55%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.52%
Original Mortgage
$8,740
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 1, 2015
Closed on
Aug 24, 2015
Sold by
Lundberg Thomas D and Lundberg Cynthia D
Bought by
Murray Kirsten P
Seller's Agent
Don Hammons
Keller Williams Western Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Facey
Epique Realty
List Price
$119,500
Sold Price
$117,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,500
-2.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.26%
Original Mortgage
$112,425
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2007
Sold by
Cottage Creek Investment Group Llc
Bought by
Lundberg Thomas D and Lundberg Cynthia D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Whatcom Land Title
Warranty Deed $3,565,800 Whatcom Land Title
Warranty Deed $222,550 Whatcom Land Title Co Inc
Warranty Deed $117,000 First American Title Ins
Warranty Deed $132,780 Chicago Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $274,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $218,518 New Conventional
Previous Owner $112,425 FHA
Previous Owner $106,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $8,740 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/19/2020 11/19/20 Sold $223,300 +1.5% $279 / Sq Ft
10/01/2020 10/01/20 Pending -- -- --
09/09/2020 09/09/20 For Sale $219,900 +87.9% $275 / Sq Ft
09/11/2015 09/11/15 Sold $117,000 0.0% $146 / Sq Ft
07/28/2015 07/28/15 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2015 07/11/15 Price Changed $117,000 -2.1% $146 / Sq Ft
06/26/2015 06/26/15 For Sale $119,500 0.0% $150 / Sq Ft
06/24/2015 06/24/15 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2015 06/24/15 For Sale $119,500 0.0% $150 / Sq Ft
06/17/2015 06/17/15 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2015 06/17/15 Price Changed $119,500 -4.0% $150 / Sq Ft
06/01/2015 06/01/15 For Sale $124,500 -- $156 / 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 $2,094 $268,678 $39,594 $229,084
2023 $2,094 $268,678 $39,594 $229,084
2022 $1,828 $242,052 $35,670 $206,382
2021 $1,410 $196,790 $29,000 $167,790
2020 $1,345 $143,267 $22,645 $120,622
2019 $1,176 $132,044 $20,871 $111,173
2018 $1,184 $115,816 $18,306 $97,510
2017 $1,036 $99,674 $15,755 $83,919
2016 $932 $91,133 $14,405 $76,728
2015 $835 $85,410 $13,500 $71,910
2014 -- $73,990 $12,684 $61,306
2013 -- $68,740 $11,784 $56,956
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jeff Braimes

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Jeff Braimes

    eXp Realty

    (360) 961-6496

    4 in this area

    54 Total Sales

    Jeff Braimes
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  • Dale Serbousek

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Dale Serbousek

    Epique Realty

    (360) 201-7717

    3 in this area

    38 Total Sales

    Dale Serbousek
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  • Don Hammons

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Don Hammons

    Keller Williams Western Realty

    (360) 223-9050

    146 Total Sales

    Don Hammons
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  • Kathleen Facey

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Kathleen Facey

    Epique Realty

    (425) 327-2121

    116 Total Sales

    Kathleen Facey
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM796266

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380213-172244-0008

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225 Birchwood

3538 Northwest Ave Unit 14, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 3538 Northwest Ave Unit 14, Bellingham, WA 98225 and is currently priced at $117,000, approximately $146 per square foot. This property was built in 1979. 3538 Northwest Ave Unit 14 is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Birchwood Elementary School, Shuksan Middle School, and Bellingham High School.

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