NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4973 Cottonwood Ct Unit 8 Blaine, WA 98230

Birch Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $169,000 - $312,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
365 Sq Ft
1.2 Acres

Last Sold March 03, 2021

Last sale price $130,000 $356 Per Sq Ft

Est. 80% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,470/month

8 Days on Market

About This Home

As of March 2021

Unit #8 of 8 available affordable condominiums located in the heart of Birch Bay. Buy one or all 8. Units range from 1-3 Bedroom units. This unit is the smallest and most affordably priced unit available with a list price of $108K is for a 1 bedroom 365 SQFT Unit, Initially this unit was the first pick when the units last sold separately. #8 has a decent shot at a peek-a-boo Birch Bay View. Perfectly comfortable Birch Bay Beachy feel with nice tile and wood accents. Half block to Community Beach and all furnishings included. Brick lined paths, community BBQ area. Adjacent Waterfront Building with restaurant & 6 rental apartments also available. Estate Sale, cash offers proffered

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Keith Cook

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. License #7189 Listed on: 02/01/2021

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Patrick Starr

John L. Scott Bellingham License #23504

John L. Scott Bellingham

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1722968

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,229

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 1.2

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Bay Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4051244750650008

Community Details

Overview

  • Birch Bay Community

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
  • Pet Restriction

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,229

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Style: 30 - Condo (1 Level)
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Unit Floor Number: 1
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 1.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 365

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Off Street
  • Parking Space Number: 1

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Wall

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Numberof Units in Building: 1
  • Numberof Units In Complex: 8
  • HOA Fees: 99
  • Community Name: Birch Bay
  • Project: BBGA Unit 8
  • Cats And Dogs: Subj To Restrictions
  • Common Property Features: High Speed Int Avail

Schools

  • Elementary School: Blaine Elem
  • Middle School: Blaine Mid
  • High School: Blaine High
  • School District: BLN

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 52099
  • Parcel Number: 4051244750650008

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 1150

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 1, 2021
Closed on
Mar 1, 2021
Sold by
Birch Bay Getaway Seaquel Llc
Bought by
Lestar Enterrises Llc
Seller's Agent
Keith Cook
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Patrick Starr
John L. Scott Bellingham
List Price
$108,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Premium/Discount to List
$22,000
20.37%
Current Estimated Value
$234,485

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$104,485
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.31%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2010
Sold by
Bernstein David J
Bought by
Away Birch Bay Get

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Interest Rate
4.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2008
Sold by
Bernstein David J
Bought by
Birch Bay Getaway & Seaquel Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2007
Sold by
Bernstein Family Lp
Bought by
Diversified Holdings Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 2006
Sold by
Bernstein Family Lp
Bought by
Bernstein Louis and Bernstein Barbara

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 12, 2003
Sold by
Berry Jill and King Jessica
Bought by
Bernstein Family Lp
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
Lestar Enterrises Llc $130,000 Chicago Title Bellingham
Away Birch Bay Get -- Chicago Title Insurance
Bernstein David J -- Chicago Title Insurance
Birch Bay Getaway & Seaquel Llc -- None Available
Bernstein David J -- None Available
Diversified Holdings Llc $90,280 Chicago Title Insurance
Bernstein Louis -- None Available
Bernstein Family Lp -- First American Title Insuran
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Birch Bay Get Away & Seaquel Llc $500,000
Previous Owner Bernstein David J $675,000
Previous Owner Diversified Holdings Llc $80,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/03/2021 03/03/21 Sold $130,000 +20.4% $356 / Sq Ft
02/09/2021 02/09/21 Pending -- -- --
02/01/2021 02/01/21 For Sale $108,000 -- $296 / 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 $2,229 $218,558 $113,620 $104,938
2023 $2,229 $218,558 $113,620 $104,938
2022 $1,250 $281,300 $98,800 $182,500
2021 $1,201 $136,255 $53,845 $82,410
2020 $1,151 $120,582 $47,651 $72,931
2019 $1,048 $111,132 $43,917 $67,215
2018 $1,067 $98,093 $38,764 $59,329
2017 $929 $90,130 $35,617 $54,513
2016 $903 $87,505 $34,580 $52,925
2015 $933 $81,909 $32,159 $49,750
2014 -- $82,784 $32,505 $50,279
2013 -- $82,784 $32,505 $50,279
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Keith Cook

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Keith Cook

    RE/MAX Whatcom County

    (360) 739-5600

    31 in this area

    186 Total Sales

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  • Patrick Starr

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Patrick Starr

    John L Scott

    (360) 961-2671

    9 in this area

    27 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1722968

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 405124-475065-0008

Washington Whatcom County Blaine 98230 Birch Bay

4973 Cottonwood Ct Unit 8, Blaine, WA

This home is located at 4973 Cottonwood Ct Unit 8, Blaine, WA 98230 since 01 February 2021 and is currently estimated at $251,979, approximately $690 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 4973 Cottonwood Ct Unit 8 is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Blaine Primary School, Blaine Elementary School, and Blaine Middle School.

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