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

3538 Northwest Ave Unit 32 Bellingham, WA 98225

Birchwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $242,000 - $262,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
646 Sq Ft
1.38 Acres

Last Sold December 22, 2016

Last sale price $107,000 $166 Per Sq Ft

Est. 133% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,520/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Slate Flooring
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed
  • 4-minute walk to Shuksan Meadows Park
  • Bellingham High School Rated A
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

As of December 2016

This condo is move in ready with a cheaper than rent payment. Granite kitchen countertops with stainless steel appliances. South Facing back patio with additional storage closet. New top of the link front loader washer and dryer. Buy this home with 3.5% down or less. Conveniently located close to I-5 access, shopping, restaurants, community parks & trails. Don't miss out on this opportunity for home ownership.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rachael Wilson

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. License #25268 Listed on: 10/20/2016

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Genaro Shaffer

Bellwether Real Estate License #121651

Bellwether Real Estate

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1044071

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

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Slate Flooring
  • Ceramic Tile

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3802131722440042

Community Details

Overview

  • 44 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: 30 - Condo (1 Level)
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Slate, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Remodeled: Y
  • Remodeled Updated: Y
  • Appliance Hookups: Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric, Washer
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 1.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 646

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Numberof Assigned Spaces: 1
  • Parking Type: Off Street
  • Parking Space Number: 40

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air, Wall

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Numberof Units in Building: 44
  • Numberof Units In Complex: 8
  • HOA Fees: 154
  • Community Name: Birchwood
  • Project: Cottage Creek
  • Cats And Dogs: Cats Only, Dogs Only
  • Manager Contact Information: Integra property management (360) 656-5091
  • Association Contact: Allison or Tess (360) 656-5091
  • Home Owner Dues Included: Garbage, Water/Sewer, Common Area Maintenance
  • Unit Features: Balcony/Deck/Patio

Schools

  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Parcel Number: 3802131722440042

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 782

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 20, 2016
Closed on
Dec 8, 2016
Sold by
Gould Joanna L
Bought by
Childs Cassandra M and Childs Jeffrey A
Seller's Agent
Rachael Wilson
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Genaro Shaffer
Bellwether Real Estate
List Price
$100,000
Sold Price
$107,000
Premium/Discount to List
$7,000
7%
Current Estimated Value
$248,782

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$141,782
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.00%
Original Mortgage
$105,061
Outstanding Balance
$88,283
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$155,248

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 2009
Sold by
Gould Ray R
Bought by
Gould Joanna L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2009
Sold by
Cottage Creek Investment Group Llc
Bought by
Gould Ray R and Gould Joanna L
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
Childs Cassandra M $107,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Gould Joanna L -- None Available
Gould Ray R $117,280 Chicago Title Insuracne
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Childs Cassandra M $105,061
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/22/2016 12/22/16 Sold $107,000 +7.0% $166 / Sq Ft
10/22/2016 10/22/16 Pending -- -- --
10/20/2016 10/20/16 For Sale $100,000 -- $155 / 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

  • Rachael Wilson

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Rachael Wilson

    RE/MAX Whatcom County

    (360) 319-2234

    3 in this area

    253 Total Sales

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  • Genaro Shaffer

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Genaro Shaffer

    Bellwether Real Estate

    (360) 389-6616

    1 in this area

    25 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1044071

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380213-172244-0042

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225 Birchwood

3538 Northwest Ave Unit 32, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 3538 Northwest Ave Unit 32, Bellingham, WA 98225 since 20 October 2016 and is currently estimated at $250,455, approximately $387 per square foot. This property was built in 1979. 3538 Northwest Ave Unit 32 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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