NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3538 Northwest Ave Unit 28 Bellingham, WA 98225

Birchwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $235,000 - $246,246

1 Bed
1 Bath
645 Sq Ft
1.38 Acres

Last Sold October 09, 2020

Last sale price $177,000 $274 Per Sq Ft

Est. 36% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,490/month

36 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of October 2020

Cozy and charming ground floor condo. This meticulously maintained condo features a spacious sunken living room with fireplace, stainless steel appliances, in-unit washer & dryer, and recently rebuilt covered balcony. Unit is located in a quiet building which sits back off street. Extra storage accessible off of balcony. Convenient location close to schools, I-5, and shopping.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Miguel Brionez

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. License #118923 Listed on: 07/28/2020

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathryn Sentinella

Keller Williams Western Realty License #111054

Keller Williams Western Realty

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1635179

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,751

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 1.38

Parking

  • Uncovered Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3802131722440038

Community Details

Overview

  • 8 Units
  • 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
  • Senior Exemption: Y
  • 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
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, 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
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Storage: Beside Deck
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 645

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood Products
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Numberof Assigned Spaces: 1
  • Parking Type: Uncovered

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Water Heater: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Numberof Units in Building: 8
  • HOA Fees: 182
  • Community Name: Birchwood
  • Project: Cottage Creek
  • Cats And Dogs: No Restrictions
  • Association Contact: Integra Property Management (360) 656-5091
  • Common Property Features: Outside Entry
  • Home Owner Dues Included: Garbage, Water/Sewer, Common Area Maintenance
  • Unit Features: Balcony/Deck/Patio, Ground Floor

Schools

  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle School: Buyer To Verify
  • High School: Buyer To Verify
  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Sidewalk
  • Parcel Number: 3802131722440038

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 102

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 28, 2020
Closed on
Oct 7, 2020
Sold by
Nancy L Bezona Revocable Trust
Bought by
Jones Susan
Seller's Agent
Miguel Brionez
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Kathryn Sentinella
Keller Williams Western Realty
List Price
$180,000
Sold Price
$177,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-1.67%
Current Estimated Value
$241,312

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$64,312
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.99%
Original Mortgage
$171,690
Outstanding Balance
$154,425
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$88,764

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2012
Sold by
Bezona Nancy
Bought by
Bezona Nancy L and Nancy L Bezona Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2008
Sold by
Cottage Creek Invesment Group Llc
Bought by
Bezona Nancy
Source: Public Records

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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
Jones Susan $2,837,000 Chicago Title
Jones Susan $177,000 Chicago Title Bellingham
Bezona Nancy L $78,560 None Available
Bezona Nancy $118,183 Chicago Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Jones Susan $171,690
Closed Jones Susan $171,690
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/09/2020 10/09/20 Sold $177,000 -1.7% $274 / Sq Ft
09/02/2020 09/02/20 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2020 07/29/20 For Sale $180,000 +1.7% $279 / Sq Ft
07/29/2020 07/29/20 Off Market $177,000 -- --
07/28/2020 07/28/20 For Sale $180,000 -- $279 / 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 $102 $120,169 $22,645 $97,524
2019 $108 $110,755 $20,871 $89,884
2018 $115 $97,144 $18,306 $78,838
2017 $108 $83,604 $15,755 $67,849
2016 $76 $76,440 $14,405 $62,035
2015 $59 $71,640 $13,500 $58,140
2014 -- $68,705 $12,684 $56,021
2013 -- $63,830 $11,784 $52,046
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1635179

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380213-172244-0038