NOT LISTED FOR SALE

551 E Smith Rd Bellingham, WA 98226

Estimated Value: $662,000 - $827,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,358 Sq Ft
$550/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 23, 2020

Last sale price $595,000 $438 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,607/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • Mountain View
  • Softwood Flooring
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Deck
  • Detached Garage

About This Home

As of December 2020

This "gentlemen's farm" has an updated Craftsman home and quite an open floor plan. The kitchen has ben redone and is a true "farmhouse kitchen" with a large island and an eating bar. The bathroom has also been updated. There is a large back porch that has the stairway to the basement in it. It has been in the same family for 3 generations and have been truly loved. There is an older barn, and a new 3 car garage, as well as raised gardens and a play area. The side and rear fields are partially fenced so that you could have livestock. On a clear day, you can even see Mt. Baker.

Last Listed By

Lynda Hinton

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #24074 Listed on: 11/11/2020

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1688648

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,142

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R5A

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Softwood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Farming

  • Pasture

Utilities

  • Septic System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Partially Finished Basement

Community Details

  • Laurel Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3903320824970000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,142

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 17 - 1 1/2 Stry W/Bsmt
  • Architecture: Craftsman
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Fir/Softwood, Laminate, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1358
  • Square Footage Finished: 1358
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 400

Exterior Features

  • Construction Methods: Standard Frame
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Mountain, Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Detached
  • Total Covered Parking: 3

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Sewer Company: Septic
  • Water Company: Smith Road Water Association
  • Water Heater: Basement-Electric
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Laurel
  • Project: Robert Buttenschoen SP

Schools

  • Elementary School: Irene Reither Primar
  • Middle School: Meridian Mid
  • High School: Meridian High
  • School District: MER

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 1
  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Lot Dimensions: 346 x 630 x 352 x 620
  • Lot Sq Ft: 224770
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Garden Space, Level, Pasture
  • Parcel Number: 3903320824970000
  • Zoning Code: R5A
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Level, Pasture

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 3603

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 11, 2020
Closed on
Dec 16, 2020
Sold by
Bosman Rick and Bosman Denise
Bought by
Sutherland Jessica
Seller's Agent
Lynda Hinton
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Rick Moore
Epique Realty
List Price
$595,000
Sold Price
$595,000
Total Days on Market
5
Current Estimated Value
$746,521

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$151,521
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.76%
Original Mortgage
$505,750
Outstanding Balance
$456,449
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$338,138

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 2005
Sold by
The Estate Of Elaine V Butenschoen
Bought by
Bosman Rick and Bosman Denise

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
Sutherland Jessica $595,000 Chicago Title Bellingham
Bosman Rick $285,280 Chicago Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sutherland Jessica $50,000
Closed Sutherland Jessica $50,000
Open Sutherland Jessica $505,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/23/2020 12/23/20 Sold $595,000 0.0% $438 / Sq Ft
11/16/2020 11/16/20 Pending -- -- --
11/11/2020 11/11/20 For Sale $595,000 -- $438 / 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 $5,142 $635,278 $338,899 $296,379
2023 $5,142 $634,360 $349,380 $284,980
2022 $4,220 $535,798 $334,791 $201,007
2021 $4,072 $425,236 $265,707 $159,529
2020 $3,604 $376,312 $235,137 $141,175
2019 $2,944 $331,554 $207,170 $124,384
2018 $3,436 $298,032 $186,224 $111,808
2017 $3,125 $263,745 $164,800 $98,945
2016 $3,104 $252,548 $145,203 $107,345
2015 $3,113 $247,894 $142,527 $105,367
2014 -- $241,095 $138,618 $102,477
2013 -- $232,785 $133,840 $98,945
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lynda Hinton

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Lynda Hinton

    Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

    (360) 303-1023

    254 Total Sales

    Lynda Hinton
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  • Rick Moore

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Rick Moore

    Epique Realty

    (360) 201-8341

    74 Total Sales

    Rick Moore
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1688648

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 390332-082497-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98226

551 E Smith Rd, Bellingham, WA

Homes for Sale in Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 551 E Smith Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226 since 11 November 2020 and is currently estimated at $746,521, approximately $549 per square foot. This property was built in 1910. 551 E Smith Rd is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Irene Reither Elementary School, Meridian Middle School, and Meridian High School.

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