Listed by Bellwether Real Estate, Bought with RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

53 Windward Dr Bellingham, WA 98229

Estimated Value: $672,000 - $782,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,266 Sq Ft
$322/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 27, 2012

Last sale price $288,000 $127 Per Sq Ft

Est. 153% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,367/month

51 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Boat Launch
  • Clubhouse
  • Kulshan Middle School Rated A-
  • Lake View
  • Deck

About This Home

As of August 2012

Sunny & bright home backing to the 13th tee of the SV Golf Course. Built like a NW contemporary, this home has the feel of a Craftsman w/ built in hutch, bookcases, storage cupboards, window seat & more. Kitchen open w/ Corian counters, bfast bar, & an addtl eat in area. In addition to living & family rms, one of two master bdrms is conveniently located on main floor. 1 master upstairs and one additional bedroom, one w/ a deck-both w/ Lk Whatcom views. Wraparound deck & abundant parking.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sharon Allen

Bellwether Real Estate Listed on: 06/22/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Greg Paul

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. License #26986

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM373332

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,820

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Sloped Lot
  • Property is zoned UR3

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Golf Course

Home Design

  • Northwest Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 370405086190

Community Details

Recreation

  • Community Boat Launch
  • Golf Course Community

Additional Features

  • The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions
  • Clubhouse

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,820

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Architecture: Nw Contemporary
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Bath Off Master, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk-In Closet
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Range/Oven
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Family Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2266
  • Square Footage Finished: 2266

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood Products
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Golf Course, Lake

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Heater: Garage-Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Boat Launch, CCRs, Clubhouse, Golf Course

Schools

  • Elementary School: Geneva Elem
  • Middle School: Kulshan Mid
  • High School: Bellingham High
  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 72
  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Lot Dimensions: 61x106x63x111
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6693
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Partial Slope
  • Parcel Number: 370405086190
  • Zoning Code: UR3
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Lot Topography: Partial Slope

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 2592

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 22, 2012
Closed on
Aug 19, 2012
Sold by
Kruse Alan G and Kruse Heather J
Bought by
Buis John A and Buis Kellie L
Seller's Agent
Sharon Allen
Bellwether Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Greg Paul
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
List Price
$288,000
Sold Price
$288,000
Current Estimated Value
$728,529

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$440,529
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 2002
Sold by
Chance Judith E and Gutierrez James R
Bought by
Kruse Alan G and Kruse Heather J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Interest Rate
6.71%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Buis John A $288,280 Chicago Title Insurance
Kruse Alan G $206,292 Stewart Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Kruse Alan G $90,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/27/2012 08/27/12 Sold $288,000 0.0% $127 / Sq Ft
08/12/2012 08/12/12 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2012 06/22/12 For Sale $288,000 -- $127 / 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 $5,820 $673,076 $227,678 $445,398
2023 $5,820 $677,186 $229,068 $448,118
2022 $4,595 $583,798 $197,478 $386,320
2021 $4,410 $423,042 $143,100 $279,942
2020 $4,168 $399,096 $135,000 $264,096
2019 $3,830 $371,731 $92,058 $279,673
2018 $3,843 $349,035 $86,400 $262,635
2017 $3,242 $298,273 $73,800 $224,473
2016 $2,904 $262,399 $64,800 $197,599
2015 $2,908 $246,194 $61,764 $184,430
2014 -- $239,163 $60,000 $179,163
2013 -- $219,682 $87,600 $132,082
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM373332

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 370405-086190-0000