Listed by The Landmark Group
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5171 S Spencer St Seattle, WA 98118

Seward Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,137,000 - $2,524,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,880 Sq Ft
$1,035/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 17, 2016

Last sale price $635,000 $338 Per Sq Ft

Est. 206% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,016/month

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • Wood Flooring
  • Garage
  • Territorial View
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Patio

About This Home

As of October 2016

Renovator’s dream! Priced to upgrade! South facing, sun-lit, Mid Century home on rare 13,000sqft flat lot. Located atop the hill, on quiet, sought after street amidst million dollar homes. Minutes to Seward Park, Lake Washington, Columbia City, LightRail, Downtown, & freeways. New roof! Opportunity to live-in and renovate your dream home or add TLC and hold as rental / investment property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Yael Chotzen

The Landmark Group License #23747 Listed on: 09/07/2016

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1026070

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,205

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Brush Vegetation
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Value in Land
  • Property is zoned SF 9600

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Flooring
  • Territorial Views
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Oven or Range

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Garage
  • Attached Carport
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Community Details

  • Seward Park Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 8952900230

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,205

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 11 - 1 1/2 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Lower
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Dining Room
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood
  • Appliances That Stay: Dryer, Range/Oven, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1.50
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Basement: Daylight, Fully Finished, Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Recreation Room: Lower
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1880
  • Square Footage Finished: 1880

Exterior Features

  • Construction Methods: Post And Beam
  • Exterior: Wood, Wood Products
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Carport-Attached, Garage-Attached, Garage-Detached
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Seward Park

Schools

  • Elementary School: Seattle Public Sch
  • Middle School: Seattle Public Sch
  • High School: Seattle Public Sch
  • School District: SEA

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 11
  • Lot Details: Paved Street, Sidewalk, Value In Land
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13000
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Brush, Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 8952900230
  • Zoning Code: SF 9600
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Brush, Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 6120

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 7, 2016
Closed on
Oct 9, 2016
Sold by
Shoel Joseph S
Bought by
Birk Daniel and Birk Francine
Seller's Agent
Yael Chotzen
The Landmark Group
List Price
$679,500
Sold Price
$635,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,500
-6.55%
Current Estimated Value
$1,945,840

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,310,840
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.30%
Original Mortgage
$381,000
Interest Rate
3.46%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 2016
Sold by
Shoel Pauline
Bought by
The Pauline Shoel Irrevocable Trust and Shoel Joseph S
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
Birk Daniel $635,000 First American
The Pauline Shoel Irrevocable Trust -- Accommodation
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Birk Daniel $313,100
Open Birk Francine $1,430,160
Closed Birk Daniel $1,434,000
Closed Birk Daniel $1,434,000
Closed Birk Daniel $100,000
Closed Birk Daniel $381,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/17/2016 10/17/16 Sold $635,000 -6.5% $338 / Sq Ft
09/27/2016 09/27/16 Pending -- -- --
09/07/2016 09/07/16 For Sale $679,500 -- $361 / 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 $17,205 $1,695,000 $736,000 $959,000
2023 $17,613 $1,761,000 $701,000 $1,060,000
2022 $15,921 $1,954,000 $609,000 $1,345,000
2021 $15,258 $1,635,000 $516,000 $1,119,000
2020 $12,669 $1,490,000 $470,000 $1,020,000
2018 $7,205 $698,000 $495,000 $203,000
2017 $6,487 $636,000 $453,000 $183,000
2016 $6,120 $591,000 $414,000 $177,000
2015 $5,530 $547,000 $383,000 $164,000
2014 -- $506,000 $361,000 $145,000
2013 -- $441,000 $316,000 $125,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Yael Chotzen

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Yael Chotzen

    The Landmark Group

    (206) 948-3131

    24 in this area

    67 Total Sales

    Yael Chotzen
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1026070

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 895290-0230

Washington King County Seattle 98118 Seward Park

5171 S Spencer St, Seattle, WA

This home is located at 5171 S Spencer St, Seattle, WA 98118 since 07 September 2016 and is currently estimated at $1,945,840, approximately $1,035 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 5171 S Spencer St is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Graham Hill Elementary School, Aki Kurose Middle School, and Rainier Beach High School.

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