NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3800 Birch Bay Lynden Rd Custer, WA 98240

Estimated Value: $580,000 - $713,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,840 Sq Ft
$353/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 15, 2017

Last sale price $375,000 $204 Per Sq Ft

Est. 73% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,897/month

319 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Low Bank Waterfront Property
  • Creek or Stream View
  • Softwood Flooring
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Wooded Lot
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of December 2017

PRICE REDUCED - Shy 15 Ac dividable - The prettiest SERVICED land you'll ever see! Occupied by caretaker -on historic Original California Trail -Built w/lumber hewn on site. - has water, septic, electric, propane, central htg & wood stove. Property timbered , next to California Creek & sml creek. VERY Private setting, lrg living rm; lrg dining rm & lrg mstr bdrm, Full bath & half bath. Possible 2 Bedrooms upstairs-n sold AS IS - Seller is listing agent

Last Listed By

Paul Holtzheimer

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #81541 Listed on: 12/08/2016

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1057768

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,594

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • Low Bank Waterfront Property
  • Brush Vegetation
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R5

Property Views

  • Creek or Stream
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Softwood Flooring
  • Dishwasher

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • Propane
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • Custer Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4001213680770000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,594

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, Walk-In Closet
  • Floor Covering: Fir/Softwood
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Approved Number of Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 2.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Main: Upper
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1840
  • Square Footage Finished: 1840

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial
  • Waterfront: Bank-Low, Creek

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Detached
  • Total Covered Parking: 1

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air, Stove/Free Standing
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Septic Approved for Number of Bedrooms: 3
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water Company: Percie Road Water Ass'n
  • Water Heater: Laundry Room-Electric
  • Water Source: Community

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Custer

Schools

  • Elementary School: Skyline Elem
  • Middle School: Horizon Mid
  • High School: Ferndale High
  • School District: FRN

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 623344
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Brush, Rolling, Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 4001213680770000
  • Zoning Code: R5
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Lot Topography: Brush, Rolling, Wooded

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 3308

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 8, 2016
Closed on
Nov 30, 2017
Sold by
Holktrzimer Paul D
Bought by
Littlefield John R and Littlefield Jennifer R
Seller's Agent
Paul Holtzheimer
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Brent Robinson
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-6.25%
Total Days on Market
319
Current Estimated Value
$648,803

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$273,803
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.96%
Original Mortgage
$363,750
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2012
Sold by
The Holtzheimer Family Trust
Bought by
Holtzheimer Almeta

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
Littlefield John R $375,000 Whatcom Land Title Co Inc
Holtzheimer Almeta -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Littlefield Jennifer R $375,000
Closed Littlefield John R $363,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/15/2017 12/15/17 Sold $375,000 -6.3% $204 / Sq Ft
10/24/2017 10/24/17 Pending -- -- --
10/24/2017 10/24/17 Price Changed $400,000 +8.1% $217 / Sq Ft
10/21/2017 10/21/17 Price Changed $370,000 -7.5% $201 / Sq Ft
09/13/2017 09/13/17 For Sale $400,000 +6.7% $217 / Sq Ft
06/24/2017 06/24/17 Off Market $375,000 -- --
04/27/2017 04/27/17 Price Changed $400,000 0.0% $217 / Sq Ft
04/27/2017 04/27/17 For Sale $400,000 +6.7% $217 / Sq Ft
04/03/2017 04/03/17 Off Market $375,000 -- --
04/01/2017 04/01/17 Price Changed $399,000 -5.0% $217 / Sq Ft
12/08/2016 12/08/16 For Sale $420,000 -- $228 / 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 $3,594 $500,610 $285,265 $215,345
2023 $3,594 $500,610 $285,265 $215,345
2022 $3,942 $446,973 $254,701 $192,272
2021 $3,674 $431,056 $289,518 $141,538
2020 $3,753 $365,301 $245,354 $119,947
2019 $3,112 $336,678 $226,129 $110,549
2018 $3,494 $317,595 $213,312 $104,283
2017 $3,308 $272,613 $183,100 $89,513
2016 $2,817 $272,613 $183,100 $89,513
2015 $2,894 $232,466 $142,383 $90,083
2014 -- $232,466 $142,383 $90,083
2013 -- $232,466 $142,383 $90,083
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Paul Holtzheimer

    Windermere Corporate

    (360) 303-4444

    6 Total Sales

    Paul Holtzheimer
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Brent Robinson

    RE/MAX Whatcom County

    (360) 318-5460

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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1057768

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APN: 400121-368077-0000

Washington Whatcom County Custer 98230

3800 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Custer, WA

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This home is located at 3800 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Custer, WA 98240 since 08 December 2016 and is currently estimated at $648,803, approximately $352 per square foot. This property was built in 1981. 3800 Birch Bay Lynden Rd is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Custer Elementary School, Horizon Middle School, and Ferndale High School.

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