NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3538 Northwest Ave Unit 30 Bellingham, WA 98225

Birchwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $235,000 - $269,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
661 Sq Ft
1.38 Acres

Last Sold February 09, 2018

Last sale price $145,500 $220 Per Sq Ft

Est. 72% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,543/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of February 2018

Condo in Cottage Creek! Centrally located 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo makes home ownership affordable in Bellingham! Easy I-5 access, near Bellis Fair Mall and many amenities/services. Open Kitchen and living area with bold crown molding and new carpet in the Master. This condo is clean and ready for you! Full size stacked Washer/Dryer in unit and newer energy efficient windows. Wood burning fireplace in the living room. Storage area off the back deck area.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ethan Potts

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #99318 Listed on: 01/03/2018

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Last Buyer's Agent

Cherisa Hoekema

John L. Scott Bellingham License #132534

John L. Scott Bellingham

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1228101

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

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Territorial Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3802131722440040

Community Details

Overview

  • 8 Units
  • Birchwood Community

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats 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: 31 - Condo (2 Levels)
  • Architecture: Contemporary
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Unit Floor Number: 2
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Remodeled: Y
  • Remodeled Updated: Y
  • Appliance Hookups: Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric, Washer
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, 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: 661
  • Window Coverings: mini blinds

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood, Wood Products
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Numberof Assigned Spaces: 1
  • Parking Type: Off Street
  • Parking Space Number: 50

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Numberof Units in Building: 8
  • Numberof Units In Complex: 44
  • HOA Fees: 163
  • Community Name: Birchwood
  • Project: Cottage Creek Condominium
  • Cats And Dogs: Cats Only, Dogs Only
  • Association Contact: Tess or Allison (360) 656-5091
  • Common Property Features: High Speed Int Avail
  • Home Owner Dues Included: Garbage, Water/Sewer, Road Maintenance, Common Area Maintenance, Lawn Service
  • Unit Features: Balcony/Deck/Patio, End Unit, Top Floor

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Parcel Number: 3802131722440040

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 869

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 3, 2018
Closed on
Feb 7, 2018
Sold by
Michaels Peter R
Bought by
Mclntosh David Clint
Seller's Agent
Ethan Potts
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Cherisa Hoekema
John L. Scott Bellingham
List Price
$145,500
Sold Price
$145,500
Current Estimated Value
$250,742

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$105,242
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.25%
Original Mortgage
$138,225
Outstanding Balance
$118,665
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$142,116

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2009
Sold by
Cottage Creek Investment Group Llc
Bought by
Michaels Peter R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$114,384
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Mclntosh David Clint $145,500 Chicago Title Insurance
Michaels Peter R $116,776 Chicago Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mclntosh David Clint $138,225
Previous Owner Michaels Peter R $114,384
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/09/2018 02/09/18 Sold $145,500 0.0% $220 / Sq Ft
01/17/2018 01/17/18 Pending -- -- --
01/03/2018 01/03/18 For Sale $145,500 -- $220 / 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
2014 -- $68,705 $12,684 $56,021
2013 -- $63,830 $11,784 $52,046
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ethan Potts

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Ethan Potts

    Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

    (360) 510-1049

    105 Total Sales

    Ethan Potts
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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Cherisa Hoekema

    John L Scott

    (360) 922-4122

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1228101

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380213-172244-0040

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225 Birchwood

3538 Northwest Ave Unit 30, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 3538 Northwest Ave Unit 30, Bellingham, WA 98225 since 03 January 2018 and is currently estimated at $250,742, approximately $379 per square foot. This property was built in 1979. 3538 Northwest Ave Unit 30 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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