Listed by Madrona Residential RE
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

518 W Lake Samish Dr Bellingham, WA 98229

Estimated Value: $1,126,000 - $1,524,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,296 Sq Ft
$594/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 16, 2024

Last sale price $1,450,000 $632 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,081/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Low Bank Waterfront Property
  • Docks
  • Lake View
  • Fairhaven Middle School Rated A-
  • Second Kitchen
  • Deck

About This Home

As of May 2024

Welcome home to your private waterfront retreat on beautiful Lake Samish! This gem has stunning lake & mountain views throughout, including in the 1,016 sf unfinished basement! Inside, you'll find 2 updated kitchens with quartz counters, new appliances, 2 living rooms, a rec room, updated luxury vinyl plank flooring & more. Outside, you'll find a huge private dock, beautiful beachfront, boat lift, multiple decks & an additional lot with extra storage. The home could be enjoyed as one residence, multi-generational living or possibly a separate MIL suite with its own separate entrance, kitchen, bathroom, deck & washer/dryer. Rare opportunity to own a lakefront home that doesn't require flood insurance. Perfect timing for summer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Miranda Ferris

Madrona Residential RE License #22018385 Listed on: 05/01/2024

Co-Listed By

Keith Ferris

Madrona Residential RE License #138285

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2221297

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,799

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Low Bank Waterfront Property
  • Lake Front
  • Sloped Lot
  • Property is in very good condition

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Metal Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 2,296 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl Plank

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Docks
  • Deck

Schools

  • Wade King Elementary School
  • Fairhaven Mid Middle School
  • Sehome High School

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • The lake is a source of water for the property
  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bellingham Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3703263630210000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,799

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0.26 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • StyleCode: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.5
  • Inclusions: Dishwashers,Dryers,Microwaves,Refrigerators,StovesRanges,Washers
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 2296
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl Plank, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Wall to Wall Carpet, Second Kitchen, Double Pane/Storm Window, Security System, Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Living Area: 2296
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 2296
  • BathsFullLower: 1
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 1
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 2
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Lake, Mountain(s), Territorial
  • Lot Features: Paved
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Bank-Low, Lake
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Structure Type: House
  • WaterAccess: Beach Rights

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Lake
  • Security: SecuritySystem
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Baseboard, Stove/Free Standing, Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: Puget Sound Energy
  • SewerCompany: Lake Samish Water District
  • WaterCompany: Lake Samish
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Downstairs closet
  • WaterHeaterType: Tank
  • CableConnected: Xfinity
  • InternetConnected: Xfinity

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Bellingham
  • High School: Sehome High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Fairhaven Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3703263630210000
  • Topography: PartialSlope
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2565
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11173
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Deck,Dock,High Speed Internet
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Assessor (2 Parcels)
  • ZoningJurisdiction: County

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Wood

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10799
  • AdditionalTaxIds: 3703263430210000

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Wood

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Wade King Elem

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2024
Closed on
May 15, 2024
Sold by
Vahratian Arthur A and Vahratian Annette D
Bought by
Friestad Shawn Francis and Sohn Michelle Eun-Sun
Seller's Agent
Miranda Ferris
Madrona Residential RE
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-3.33%
Views
10
Current Estimated Value
$1,363,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$86,500
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.27%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2003
Sold by
Werger Roger and Werger Nancy
Bought by
Vahratian Arthur A and Vahratian Annette D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 2003
Sold by
Jones Elvet Glyn
Bought by
Vahratian Arthur A and Vahratian Annette D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$296,250
Interest Rate
6.06%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Friestad Shawn Francis $1,450,000 Chicago Title
Vahratian Arthur A -- --
Vahratian Arthur A $339,522 Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Vahratian Arthur A $296,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/16/2024 05/16/24 Sold $1,450,000 -3.3% $632 / Sq Ft
05/06/2024 05/06/24 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2024 05/01/24 For Sale $1,500,000 -- $653 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

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
2025 $10,909 $1,469,413 $854,500 $614,913
2024 $10,572 $1,215,780 $684,207 $531,573
2023 $10,572 $1,259,247 $708,669 $550,578
2022 $9,116 $1,071,706 $603,126 $468,580
2021 $8,126 $864,302 $486,405 $377,897
2020 $7,955 $758,154 $426,668 $331,486
2019 $7,760 $719,652 $405,000 $314,652
2018 $8,085 $704,607 $387,888 $316,719
2017 $7,142 $625,435 $344,300 $281,135
2016 $6,469 $575,833 $316,800 $259,033
2015 $6,347 $546,072 $300,300 $245,772
2014 -- $520,058 $286,000 $234,058
2013 -- $496,018 $275,000 $221,018
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2221297

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 370326-363021-0000

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