Listed by John L. Scott Des Moines, Bought with Windermere RE Greenwood
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5135 55th Ave S Seattle, WA 98118

Seward Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,937,218 - $2,487,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,420 Sq Ft
$646/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 12, 2013

Last sale price $1,035,000 $303 Per Sq Ft

Est. 122% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,994/month

19 Days on Market

About This Home

As of July 2013

Enjoy the best nature has to offer in the comfort of your own living room, home is designed to maximize unobstructed views from Mt. Baker to Mt. Rainier, Lake WA & Seward Park. Ever changing views of lake & mountains from one season to the next, just as mesmerizing from front balcony to the private back patio. Best memories; 1) Mt. Rainier sunsets 2) Morning sun illuminates Mt Baker 3) Entire rainbow spanning Andrews Bay 4) Christmas ship caroling below 5) Front row seats to The Blue Angels

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paul Lau

John L. Scott Des Moines License #71801 Listed on: 05/29/2013

John L. Scott Des Moines

Co-Listed By

Aaron LeFebvre

Keller Williams Realty PS License #95118

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Landreville

Windermere RE Greenwood License #108975

Windermere RE Greenwood

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM493809

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,020

Year Built

2007

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Condition: Very Good
  • Sq Ft Finished: 3420
  • Form 17: Provided
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 2007

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Fully Finished
  • Features: Wet Bar, Bath Off Master, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Jetted Tub, Security System, Walk-in Closet
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Floor: Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Water Heater Location: Main-Gas

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Exterior: Cement Planked
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved Street, Secluded, Sidewalk
  • Roof: Composition
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, High Speed Internet, Patio
  • View: Lake, Mountain
  • Lot Topography: Terraces

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached, Off Street
  • Total Covered Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Forced Air, Wall
  • Heating: Forced Air, Wall
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Heating and Cooling: Forced Air, Wall
  • Power Company: Seattle City llights
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Sewer Company: City of Seattle
  • Water Company: City of Seattle
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 29, 2013
Closed on
Jul 1, 2013
Sold by
Lau Paul Yin and Wong Marena Tsu Wah
Bought by
Gelman Lois and Burton David
Seller's Agent
Paul Lau
John L. Scott Des Moines
Buyer's Agent
Brian Landreville
Windermere RE Greenwood
List Price
$1,035,000
Sold Price
$1,035,000
Current Estimated Value
$2,297,005

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,262,005
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2004
Sold by
Eguchi Mark
Bought by
Lau Paul Yin and Wong Marena Tsui Wah

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$332,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 1991
Sold by
Eguchi Teresa
Bought by
Eguchi Mark A
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
Gelman Lois $1,035,000 Ticor Title
Lau Paul Yin $415,000 Fidelity Natio
Eguchi Mark A -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lau Paul Yin $880,000
Previous Owner Lau Paul Yin $332,000
Closed Lau Paul Yin $62,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/12/2013 07/12/13 Sold $1,035,000 0.0% $303 / Sq Ft
06/17/2013 06/17/13 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2013 05/29/13 For Sale $1,035,000 -- $303 / 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 $17,020 $1,748,000 $771,000 $977,000
2023 $17,357 $1,816,000 $735,000 $1,081,000
2022 $14,757 $1,887,000 $563,000 $1,324,000
2021 $14,174 $1,579,000 $477,000 $1,102,000
2020 $14,419 $1,439,000 $435,000 $1,004,000
2018 $13,793 $1,513,000 $458,000 $1,055,000
2017 $11,941 $1,378,000 $419,000 $959,000
2016 $10,758 $1,231,000 $452,000 $779,000
2015 $9,731 $1,081,000 $418,000 $663,000
2014 -- $1,000,000 $394,000 $606,000
2013 -- $871,000 $345,000 $526,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Paul Lau

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Paul Lau

    John L. Scott Des Moines

    (206) 852-5288

    172 Total Sales

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  • Aaron LeFebvre

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2013

    Aaron LeFebvre

    Keller Williams Realty PS

    (206) 697-2975

    68 Total Sales

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  • Brian Landreville

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Brian Landreville

    Windermere Corporate

    (206) 755-1633

    66 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM493809

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 661700-0110

Washington King County Seattle 98118 Seward Park

5135 55th Ave S, Seattle, WA

This home is located at 5135 55th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118 since 29 May 2013 and is currently estimated at $2,210,805, approximately $646 per square foot. This property was built in 2007. 5135 55th Ave S 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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