NOT LISTED FOR SALE

400 N Forest St Bellingham, WA 98225

South Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,209,000 - $1,481,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,005 Sq Ft
$442/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 21, 2014

Last sale price $805,000 $268 Per Sq Ft

Est. 65% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,266/month

14 Days on Market

About This Home

As of April 2014

This masterfully restored South Hill classic-craftsman is a one-of-a-kind dream home. From the custom walnut kitchen island to the hand carved wooden entry doors, no detail was spared. Features include high ceilings, abundant built-ins, rich trim work, original fir floors, custom shutters and much more. Remodeled basement has an entertainment room, wine cellar, mud room and radiant heat. Professionally landscaped garden w/ herbs, walking paths, rain gardens, play structure, raised beds and more.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Farkas

BHHS Bayside Realty License #24115 Listed on: 03/20/2014

BHHS Bayside Realty

Co-Listed By

Michael Farkas

BHHS Bayside Realty License #108719

Last Buyer's Agent

Carol Cattle

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #44601

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM605863

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2009
Sold by
Connor Paul T and Connor Becky L
Bought by
Matthews Earl Rodney and Matthews Cathy L
Total Days on Market
14
Current Estimated Value
$1,327,516

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,500
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 2009
Sold by
Johnson Craig G and Metcalf Elizabeth A
Bought by
Connor Paul T and Connor Becky L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,500
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2005
Sold by
Metcalf Ronald W and Metcalf Sheila A
Bought by
Johnson Craig C and Metcalf Elizabeth A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$273,000
Interest Rate
5.72%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2004
Sold by
Bailey Victor
Bought by
Johnson Craig C and Metcalf Elizabeth A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$268,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 1999
Sold by
Johnson Allan L and Johnson Sally J
Bought by
Myer Jeffrey E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,000
Interest Rate
7.95%
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
Matthews Earl Rodney $805,280 Chicago Title Insurance
Connor Paul T $800,280 Whatcom Land Title
Johnson Craig C -- Chicago Title Insurance
Johnson Craig C $335,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Myer Jeffrey E $144,404 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Connor Paul T $409,700
Previous Owner Connor Paul T $206,500
Previous Owner Connor Paul T $417,000
Previous Owner Metcalf Elizabeth A $150,000
Previous Owner Johnson Craig C $78,000
Previous Owner Johnson Craig C $273,000
Previous Owner Johnson Craig C $268,000
Previous Owner Metcalf Ronald $35,000
Previous Owner Myer Jeffrey E $123,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/21/2014 04/21/14 Sold $805,000 -1.7% $268 / Sq Ft
04/04/2014 04/04/14 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2014 03/20/14 For Sale $819,000 -- $273 / 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 $10,191 $1,264,864 $709,548 $555,316
2023 $10,191 $1,310,086 $734,916 $575,170
2022 $8,352 $1,114,973 $625,464 $489,509
2021 $7,763 $899,196 $504,420 $394,776
2020 $7,624 $788,762 $442,470 $346,292
2019 $6,160 $748,706 $420,000 $328,706
2018 $6,395 $606,534 $324,415 $282,119
2017 $5,634 $538,382 $287,960 $250,422
2016 $5,132 $495,695 $264,960 $230,735
2015 $5,051 $470,083 $251,160 $218,923
2014 -- $447,689 $239,200 $208,489
2013 -- $426,873 $230,000 $196,873
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christine Farkas

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Christine Farkas

    BHHS Bayside Realty

    (360) 603-4751

    3 in this area

    73 Total Sales

    Christine Farkas
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Michael Farkas

    BHHS Bayside Realty

    (360) 393-0793

    1 in this area

    27 Total Sales

    Michael Farkas
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  • Carol Cattle

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Carol Cattle

    Windermere Corporate

    (425) 344-5774

    1 in this area

    70 Total Sales

    Carol Cattle
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM605863

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380236-500241-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225 South Hill

400 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 400 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA 98225 since 20 March 2014 and is currently estimated at $1,327,516, approximately $441 per square foot. This property was built in 1907. 400 N Forest St is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Lowell Elementary School, Fairhaven Middle School, and Sehome High School.

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