Listed by Bellingham Real Estate Company, Bought with RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3538 Northwest Ave Unit 27 Bellingham, WA 98225

Birchwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $242,000 - $274,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
645 Sq Ft
1.38 Acres

Last Sold November 21, 2018

Last sale price $155,000 $240 Per Sq Ft

Est. 63% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,545/month

36 Days on Market

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 2018

Move-in ready & priced to sell! Efficient, updated, condo in Cottage Creek! 645 sq ft, 1 BD/1 BA w/ fresh paint & new carpet! Great kitchen w/ SS appliances & granite counter tops. Spacious LR w/ cozy corner FP & private balcony w/ sliding doors to bask in the sun & take in the lush greenery. Hidden laundry w/ W/D in unit, exterior storage & assigned parking. Great location: walkable to WCC, shops & restaurants w/ easy access to I-5 & a major bus line.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Layla Pollack

Bellingham Real Estate Company License #27811 Listed on: 09/26/2018

Bellingham Real Estate Company

Co-Listed By

Laurie Satushek

Keller Williams Western Realty License #26321

Last Buyer's Agent

Rachael Wilson

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. License #25268

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1359721

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,751

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 1.38

Home Design

  • Shake Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Cement Board or Planked

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

Parking

  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 380213172240037

Community Details

Overview

  • Birchwood Community

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,751

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Style: 30 - Condo (1 Level)
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Unit Floor Number: 1
  • 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: 1.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 645

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Planked, Wood
  • Roof: Cedar Shake

Garage/Parking

  • Numberof Assigned Spaces: 1
  • Parking Type: Off Street, Uncovered
  • Parking Space Number: 39

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Wall

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 163
  • Community Name: Birchwood
  • Project: Cottage Creek
  • Cats And Dogs: No Restrictions
  • Manager Contact Information: Integra (360) 656-5091
  • Common Property Features: Outside Entry
  • Home Owner Dues Included: Garbage, Water/Sewer, Common Area Maintenance, Lawn Service
  • Unit Features: Balcony/Deck/Patio, Ground Floor

Schools

  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Parcel Number: 380213172240037

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 993

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 26, 2018
Closed on
Nov 15, 2018
Sold by
Jones Grace E
Bought by
Bowd Leah Rose
Seller's Agent
Layla Pollack
Bellingham Real Estate Company
Buyer's Agent
Rachael Wilson
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$155,000
Current Estimated Value
$253,231

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$98,231
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.45%
Original Mortgage
$139,500
Outstanding Balance
$124,321
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$126,737

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2016
Closed on
Aug 18, 2016
Sold by
Kirkwood Mary E
Bought by
Jones Grace E
Seller's Agent
Laurie Satushek
Keller Williams Western Realty
Buyer's Agent
Layla Pollack
Bellingham Real Estate Company
List Price
$105,000
Sold Price
$105,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.81%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 2008
Sold by
Rue Daniel
Bought by
Kirkwood Mary E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,500
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2008
Sold by
Cottage Creek Investment Group Llc
Bought by
Kirkwood Mary E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,500
Interest Rate
6.31%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bowd Leah Rose $155,000 Chicago Title
Jones Grace E $105,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Kirkwood Mary E -- Chicago Title Insurance
Kirkwood Mary E $117,780 Chicago Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bowd Leah Rose $139,500
Previous Owner Kirkwood Mary E $67,500
Previous Owner Kirkwood Mary E $70,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/21/2018 11/21/18 Sold $155,000 0.0% $240 / Sq Ft
11/01/2018 11/01/18 Pending -- -- --
10/30/2018 10/30/18 For Sale $155,000 0.0% $240 / Sq Ft
10/04/2018 10/04/18 Pending -- -- --
09/26/2018 09/26/18 For Sale $155,000 +47.6% $240 / Sq Ft
08/19/2016 08/19/16 Sold $105,000 0.0% $163 / Sq Ft
07/24/2016 07/24/16 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2016 06/28/16 For Sale $105,000 -- $163 / 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 $1,751 $224,524 $39,594 $184,930
2023 $1,751 $224,524 $39,594 $184,930
2022 $1,527 $202,274 $35,670 $166,604
2021 $1,183 $164,450 $29,000 $135,450
2020 $1,128 $120,169 $22,645 $97,524
2019 $987 $110,755 $20,871 $89,884
2018 $993 $97,144 $18,306 $78,838
2017 $869 $83,604 $15,755 $67,849
2016 $782 $76,440 $14,405 $62,035
2015 $775 $71,640 $13,500 $58,140
2014 -- $68,705 $12,684 $56,021
2013 -- $63,830 $11,784 $52,046
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Layla Pollack

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Layla Pollack

    Bellingham Real Estate Company

    (503) 803-9278

    45 Total Sales

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  • Laurie Satushek

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Laurie Satushek

    Keller Williams Western Realty

    (360) 223-9515

    4 in this area

    176 Total Sales

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  • Rachael Wilson

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Rachael Wilson

    RE/MAX Whatcom County

    (360) 319-2234

    3 in this area

    254 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1359721

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380213-172244-0037

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225 Birchwood

3538 Northwest Ave Unit 27, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 3538 Northwest Ave Unit 27, Bellingham, WA 98225 since 26 September 2018 and is currently estimated at $254,427, approximately $394 per square foot. This property was built in 1979. 3538 Northwest Ave Unit 27 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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