Listed by Windermere Real Estate Whatcom, Bought with eXp Realty
$495,000
SOLD MAY 6, 2024

4 Austin Creek Ln Bellingham, WA 98229

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,623 Sq Ft
7,249 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$305 Per Sq Ft

9% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of May 2024

Seize the opportunity to own this 3 Bed 2 bath home offered at an unmatched $455k! Boasting an open layout with a versatile extra living area downstairs that doubles as a 4th primary bedroom. Freshly painted interiors are complemented by vaulted ceilings, new appliances, tankless water heater and a brand new wrap-around deck, perfect for enjoying the surroundings. This property features a rare, sizable yard with a large shed for additional storage, a gem in the Sudden Valley community. Located conveniently inside Gate 3, this home offers full access to Sudden Valley's coveted amenities, including a golf course, lake access, clubhouse with swimming pool, and boat launches. Embrace a lifestyle of comfort and convenience in this inviting home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Aldo LeVain

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #122298 Listed on: 04/04/2024

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Last Buyer's Agent

Rebecca Elliott Googins

eXp Realty License #125866

eXp Realty

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2218957

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,427

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 7,249 Sq Ft Lot
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping

HOA Fees

  • $147 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,623 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Dining Room
  • Territorial Views
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Attached Carport

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Geneva Elementary School
  • Kulshan Mid Middle School
  • Bellingham High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Propane
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Https://Suddenvalley.Com Association
  • Sudden Valley Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Boat Launch
  • Golf Course Community
  • Sport Court
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,427

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$147 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • StyleCode: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.5
  • Inclusions: Dishwashers,Dryers,Microwaves,Refrigerators,StovesRanges,Washers
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Building Name: Sudden Valley Div 1
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1623
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2218957?w=Consumer&agent=106242
  • Special Features: None
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 465

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Daylight, Finished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wall to Wall Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Jetted Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Living Area: 1623
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • FireplacesMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1623
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 1
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial
  • Lot Features: Dead End Street, Drought Res Landscape
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Structure Type: House
  • WaterAccess: Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: FullyFenced
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Insert, Tankless Water Heater
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: Puget Sound Energy
  • SewerCompany: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
  • WaterCompany: Lake Whatcom Water & Sewer
  • WaterHeaterType: Tankless

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Athletic Court, Boat Launch, CCRs, Club House, Golf, Park
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 147
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • AssociationContactName: https://suddenvalley.com

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Bellingham
  • High School: Bellingham High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Kulshan Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3704075513790000
  • Topography: Level,PartialSlope
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1664
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7249
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Propane
  • MLSLotSizeSource: assessor
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: assessor

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, Wood

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3427

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Propane,Wood

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Geneva Elem

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
0.99%
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: 2218957

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 370407-551379-0000