Listed by Windermere Real Estate Whatcom, Bought with Global Referral Group, LLC
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3943 Cliffside Dr Bellingham, WA 98225

Estimated Value: $1,009,000 - $1,530,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,800 Sq Ft
$753/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 25, 2014

Last sale price $650,000 $361 Per Sq Ft

Est. 109% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,400/month

87 Days on Market

About This Home

As of November 2014

Total remodel of home just completed. Absolutely beautiful waterfront home with three bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. You will love the contemporary look and extraordinary southerly views of Bellingham Bay and Bellingham. Each room boasts features beyond belief for a home in this price range. Single level living at its absolute best. Complete list of extras available upon request. Gated community beach has 1600' of salt water beach front.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Templeton

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #3046 Listed on: 07/30/2014

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Last Buyer's Agent

Marcia Brown

Global Referral Group, LLC

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM667231

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,282

Year Built

1976

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Condition: Very Good
  • Sq Ft Finished: 1800
  • Form 17: Provided
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1976

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Features: Bath Off Master, Dining Room, French Doors, Jetted Tub, Skylights, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Pantry
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Floor: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Sq Ft Unfinished: 430
  • Water Heater Location: next to laundry-gas

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition, Torch Down
  • Community Features: CCRs, Private Beach Access
  • Exterior: Wood, Wood Products
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Lot Details: Cul-de-sac, Dead End Street, Paved Street
  • Roof: Composition, Torch Down
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Partial Fence, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings
  • View: Bay, City, Mountain, Ocean, Sound
  • Waterfront: High Bank, Bay
  • Waterfront Frontage: 76
  • Lot Topography: Level, Steep Slope, Terraces

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central A/C, Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Stove/Free Standing
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Heating and Cooling: Central A/C, Forced Air, Free Standing Stove
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Sewer Company: Bellingham
  • Water Company: Bellingham
  • Water Source: Community

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 10
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annual

Schools

  • School District: BEL
  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle School: Shuksan Mid
  • High School: Squalicum High

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 76X190

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2015
Sold by
Pollman Walter W and Pollman Donna Lou
Bought by
Walter W Pollman & Donna L Pollman Trust and Pollman Donna L
Current Estimated Value
$1,356,196

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 30, 2014
Closed on
Nov 21, 2014
Sold by
Carten Jane K and Carten Terence M
Bought by
Pollman Walter W and Pollman Donna Lou
Seller's Agent
John Templeton
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Marcia Brown
Global Referral Group, LLC
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-10.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2006
Sold by
Heller Donald G and Heller Allyson M
Bought by
Carten Terence M and Carten Jane K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
6.44%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 1999
Sold by
Sommerville James M and Sommerville Allane G
Bought by
Heller Donald G and Glembocki Allyson

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
7.64%
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
Walter W Pollman & Donna L Pollman Trust -- None Available
Pollman Walter W $650,000 Whatcom Land Title
Carten Terence M $631,480 First American Title Insuran
Heller Donald G $206,292 Whatcom Land Title Company I
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Carten Jane K $367,000
Previous Owner Carten Jane K $403,433
Previous Owner Carten Terence M $417,000
Previous Owner Heller Donald G $228,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/25/2014 11/25/14 Sold $650,000 -7.0% $361 / Sq Ft
10/26/2014 10/26/14 Pending -- -- --
09/09/2014 09/09/14 Price Changed $699,000 -3.6% $388 / Sq Ft
07/30/2014 07/30/14 For Sale $725,000 -- $403 / 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 $12,282 $1,350,057 $577,368 $772,689
2023 $12,282 $1,409,435 $602,762 $806,673
2022 $10,322 $1,145,882 $490,050 $655,832
2021 $10,517 $947,010 $405,000 $542,010
2020 $9,823 $908,273 $392,151 $516,122
2019 $8,763 $848,702 $366,674 $482,028
2018 $9,031 $761,238 $328,911 $432,327
2017 $7,882 $673,550 $291,023 $382,527
2016 $6,965 $612,247 $264,841 $347,406
2015 $5,643 $583,086 $251,750 $331,336
2014 -- $456,482 $251,370 $205,112
2013 -- $432,299 $239,400 $192,899
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • John Templeton

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    John Templeton

    Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

    (360) 920-5646

    2 in this area

    43 Total Sales

    John Templeton
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    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Marcia Brown

    Global Referral Group, LLC

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM667231

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380215-142102-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225

3943 Cliffside Dr, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 3943 Cliffside Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225 since 30 July 2014 and is currently estimated at $1,356,196, approximately $753 per square foot. This property was built in 1976. 3943 Cliffside Dr is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Alderwood Elementary School, Shuksan Middle School, and Squalicum High School.

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