Listed by Redfin, Bought with COMPASS
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3956 S Americus St Seattle, WA 98118

Columbia City Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $572,000 - $872,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,124 Sq Ft
0.62 Acres

Last Sold September 03, 2015

Last sale price $426,000 $379 Per Sq Ft

Est. 58% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,020/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake View
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Hawthorne Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Garage

About This Home

As of September 2015

Extensively updated Townhome in award winning complex. Sits high above Genesee Park with Lake and city views. Gated entrance leads to Japanese soaking tub. Gorgeous kitchen with all the bells & whistles. High ceilings, brightly lit, FP, built-in vacuum. Hardwood floors. Bedrooms on separate levels for privacy. Garage + off-street parking. Just blocks from new PCC, Farmer's Market, Light Rail, Microsoft Connector, off-leash dog park, & all Columbia City offers. Pets OK and no rental cap!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Thomas Root

Redfin License #75402 Listed on: 08/10/2015

Redfin

Co-Listed By

Carolyn Mollot

Windermere R E Mount Baker

Last Buyer's Agent

Fionnuala O'Sullivan

COMPASS License #25009

COMPASS

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM831947

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,364

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 0.62

Property Views

  • Lake
  • City
  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Bitumen Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Blinds

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0202600090

Community Details

Overview

  • Columbia City Community

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,364

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Style: 34 - Condo (3 Levels)
  • Architecture: Contemporary
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Unit Floor Number: 1
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Remodeled: Y
  • Remodeled Updated: Y
  • Appliance Hookups: Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1.75
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Lower: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Upper
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Storage: Garage + Lower Level
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1124
  • Window Coverings: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Construction Methods: Double Wall
  • Exterior: Metal/Vinyl
  • Roof: Composition, Torch Down
  • View: City, Lake, Mountain, Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Numberof Assigned Spaces: 2
  • Parking Type: Individual Garage, Off Street

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Wall
  • Water Heater: Lower Level-Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Numberof Units In Complex: 13
  • HOA Fees: 350
  • Community Name: Columbia City
  • Project: Americus Condominium
  • Cats And Dogs: No Restrictions
  • Common Property Features: Cable Tv, Outside Entry, Security Gate
  • Home Owner Dues Included: Garbage, Water/Sewer, Common Area Maintenance, Lawn Service
  • Unit Features: Balcony/Deck/Patio, Central Vacuum, Insulated Windows, Jetted/Soaking Tub, Master Bath, Vaulted Ceilings

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hawthorne
  • Middle School: Mercer Mid
  • High School: Franklin High
  • School District: SEA

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Parcel Number: 0202600090

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 2522

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2024
Sold by
Kundert Kathryn
Bought by
2003 Benny E Brandvold And Karen A Brandvold and Brandvold
Current Estimated Value
$673,098

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 10, 2015
Closed on
Aug 26, 2015
Sold by
Phillips Howard and Phillips Krisztina
Bought by
Kundert Kathryn
Seller's Agent
Thomas Root
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
Fionnuala O'Sullivan
COMPASS
List Price
$399,950
Sold Price
$426,000
Premium/Discount to List
$26,050
6.51%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 2004
Sold by
Phillips Howard
Bought by
Phillips Howard and Phillips Krisztina

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,000
Interest Rate
5.86%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 1990
Sold by
Axworthy Alan T and Axworthy Mary P
Bought by
Phillips Howard Lee
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
2003 Benny E Brandvold And Karen A Brandvold $630,000 Chicago Title
Kundert Kathryn $426,000 Stewart Title
Phillips Howard -- Transnation Ti
Phillips Howard Lee $98,300 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Phillips Krisztina $16,929
Previous Owner Phillips Howard $312,000
Previous Owner Phillips Krisztina $80,000
Previous Owner Phillips Howard $159,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/03/2015 09/03/15 Sold $426,000 +6.5% $379 / Sq Ft
08/17/2015 08/17/15 Pending -- -- --
08/10/2015 08/10/15 For Sale $399,950 -- $356 / 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 $5,364 $540,000 $71,900 $468,100
2023 $5,373 $553,000 $71,900 $481,100
2022 $4,494 $523,000 $71,900 $451,100
2021 $4,542 $472,000 $71,900 $400,100
2020 $4,632 $455,000 $71,900 $383,100
2018 $3,860 $422,000 $61,700 $360,300
2017 $3,332 $378,000 $49,300 $328,700
2016 $2,834 $336,000 $49,300 $286,700
2015 $2,712 $277,000 $49,300 $227,700
2014 -- $272,000 $51,400 $220,600
2013 -- $234,000 $51,400 $182,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Carolyn Mollot

    Windermere R E Mount Baker

  • Fionnuala O'Sullivan

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Fionnuala O'Sullivan

    Avenue Properties

    (206) 779-4643

    6 in this area

    57 Total Sales

    Fionnuala O'Sullivan
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM831947

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 020260-0090

Washington King County Seattle 98118 Columbia City

3956 S Americus St, Seattle, WA

This home is located at 3956 S Americus St, Seattle, WA 98118 since 10 August 2015 and is currently estimated at $673,098, approximately $598 per square foot. This property was built in 1982. 3956 S Americus St is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Hawthorne Elementary School, Aki Kurose Middle School, and Franklin High School.

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