$242,000
SOLD MAR 23, 2017

4 Austin Creek Ln Bellingham, WA 98229

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,536 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$158 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront Community
  • Golf Course Community
  • Clubhouse
  • Kulshan Middle School Rated A-
  • Community Boat Launch
  • Deck

About This Home

As of May 2024

Awesome Sudden Valley home set among the trees. 3 beds/2 baths w/ fully finished daylight basement. Open living area features a wood burning fireplace, wood laminate floors, and vaulted ceilings. Bonus living area in finished basement w/ full bathroom and outdoor access. Custom playhouse built for hours of fun - it even has electricity! Triple pane windows keep the home energy efficient. Enjoy the community amenities and play on the golf course, tennis court, or the water!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristal Grimstead

COMPASS License #124563 Listed on: 02/15/2017

COMPASS

Last Buyer's Agent

Aldo LeVain

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #122298

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1072486

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,528

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Sloped Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping

Parking

  • Attached Carport

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Territorial Views
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Propane
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3704075513790000

Community Details

Overview

  • Sudden Valley Community
  • The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Boat Launch
  • Waterfront Community
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,528

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story W/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Jetted Tub, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Main: Lower
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Basement: Daylight, Fully Finished
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1536

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Carport-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 1

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air, Insert, Tankless Water Heater
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
  • Water Company: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 79
  • Community Name: Sudden Valley
  • Project: Sudden Valley Div 1
  • Community Features: Boat Launch, Ccrs, Clubhouse, Golf Course, Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach, Tennis Courts

Schools

  • Elementary School: Geneva Elem
  • Middle School: Kulshan Mid
  • High School: Bellingham High
  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 91
  • Lot Details: Dead End Street, Drought Res Landscpe
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7249
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Partial Slope, Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 3704075513790000
  • Lot Topography: Partial Slope, Wooded

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 1631

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 4, 2024
Closed on
May 1, 2024
Sold by
Kelley Keith Eric and Jocylynn Thea
Bought by
Wehrwein Alexander Z and Gorski Monica L
Seller's Agent
Aldo LeVain
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Rebecca Elliott Googins
eXp Realty
List Price
$455,000
Sold Price
$495,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,000
8.79%
Views
50
Current Estimated Value
$502,600

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,600
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.01%
Original Mortgage
$475,300
Outstanding Balance
$470,775
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$30,404

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 15, 2017
Closed on
Mar 10, 2017
Sold by
Dillon Benjamin and Brim Dillon Julia A
Bought by
Kelley Keith Eric and Kelley Jocylynn Thea
Seller's Agent
Kristal Grimstead
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Aldo LeVain
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
List Price
$239,000
Sold Price
$242,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,000
1.26%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.56%
Original Mortgage
$247,808
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2013
Sold by
Brim Dillon Julia A and Treacy Julia A
Bought by
Brim Dillon Julia A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2013
Sold by
Dillon Benjamin Joseph
Bought by
Brim Dillon Julia A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$154,500
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 2010
Sold by
Treacy James M
Bought by
Treacy Julia A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2006
Sold by
Brim Robert H and Brim Gwenlyn S
Bought by
Treacy James M and Treacy Julia A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$164,500
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2004
Sold by
Priest Calvin and Jarvis Meredith
Bought by
Treacy James M and Treacy Julia A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,500
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 2001
Sold by
Lathrop Leland D and Lathrop Peggy J
Bought by
Priest Calvin and Jarvis Meredith

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$79,600
Interest Rate
6.98%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $495,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $242,000 Whatcom Land Title Co Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Ins
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Ins
Quit Claim Deed -- Whatcom Land Title
Quit Claim Deed -- Stewart Title Company
Warranty Deed $154,000 Whatcom Land Title
Warranty Deed $85,525 Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $475,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $361,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $239,592 VA
Previous Owner $239,592 VA
Previous Owner $247,808 VA
Previous Owner $154,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $164,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $115,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $79,600 Balloon
Closed $14,900 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/06/2024 05/06/24 Sold $495,000 +8.8% $305 / Sq Ft
04/10/2024 04/10/24 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2024 04/04/24 For Sale $455,000 +88.0% $280 / Sq Ft
03/23/2017 03/23/17 Sold $242,000 +1.3% $158 / Sq Ft
02/20/2017 02/20/17 Pending -- -- --
02/15/2017 02/15/17 For Sale $239,000 -- $156 / 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 $3,528 $400,927 $134,920 $266,007
2023 $3,528 $403,375 $135,744 $267,631
2022 $2,820 $347,747 $117,024 $230,723
2021 $2,704 $251,991 $84,800 $167,191
2020 $2,362 $237,727 $80,000 $157,727
2019 $2,142 $206,156 $69,044 $137,112
2018 $2,149 $193,559 $64,800 $128,759
2017 $1,815 $165,400 $55,350 $110,050
2016 $1,631 $145,474 $48,600 $96,874
2015 $1,633 $136,741 $46,323 $90,418
2014 -- $132,836 $45,000 $87,836
2013 -- $129,459 $42,600 $86,859
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1072486

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 370407-551379-0000