Listed by Berry & Assoc. Appraisals, Inc, Bought with Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $516,000 - $579,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,152 Sq Ft
$481/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 20, 2022

Last sale price $509,000 $442 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,422/month

42 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront Community
  • Golf Course Community
  • Clubhouse
  • Ocean View
  • Fruit Trees
  • Deck

About This Home

As of January 2022

Can't choose between golf course, bay, or mountain view? You can have it all with this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, ranch packed with upgrades and improvements. New appliances and water heater, natural gas plumbed from street, fresh paint in and out, landscaping, and much more. Spacious deck and open floor plan is great for entertaining. Numerous mature fruit trees and ample garden space outside. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets over Birch Bay from atop Hole 7. Peaceful, parklike setting in Birch Bay Village grants access to boat launch, marina, golf course, beaches, and much more within walking distance. You will love the walkability and security of the village. Close to Canadian Border, I-5 for easy commute.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matthew Berry

Berry & Assoc. Appraisals, Inc Listed on: 11/05/2021

Berry & Assoc. Appraisals, Inc

Co-Listed By

Mike Kent

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #11841

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Southwick

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #13031

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 1861097

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,995

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 9,538 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80 x 125
  • South Facing Home
  • Gated Home
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is in good condition
  • Zoning described as UR4

HOA Fees

  • $130 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Views of a Sound
  • Bay
  • Lake
  • Golf Course
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,152 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Blaine Elementary School
  • Blaine Mid Middle School
  • Blaine High School

Utilities

  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 10 / 2
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4051231832360000

Community Details

Overview

  • Birch Bay Village HOA
  • Secondary HOA Phone (360) 371-7744
  • Birch Bay Village Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Waterfront Community
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,995

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$130 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • StyleCode: 10 - 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher,Dryer,Refrigerator,StoveRange,Washer
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Building Name: Birch Bay Village
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1152
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 1,369

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove/Range, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Laminate, Wall to Wall Carpet, Double Pane/Storm Window, Water Heater
  • Living Area: 1152
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1.75
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1152
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 1
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher,Dryer,Refrigerator,Stove/Range,Washer

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay, Golf Course, Lake, Mountain(s), Ocean, Sound
  • Lot Features: Paved
  • Pool Features: Community
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Structure Type: House
  • PoolType: Community

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Common Area Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
  • HeatingCoolingType: Baseboard,Stove/Free Standing
  • PowerCompany: Puget Sound Energy
  • SewerCompany: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
  • WaterCompany: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Kitchen Closet
  • WaterHeaterType: New Electric Water Heater

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: CCRs, Club House, Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach, Golf, Park, Playground, Tennis Courts
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 130
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Phone: 360-371-7744
  • Association: Yes
  • AssociationContactName: Birch Bay Village HOA

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Blaine
  • High School: Blaine High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Blaine Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4051231832360000
  • Topography: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.219
  • Lot Size: 80 x 125
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9538
  • Zoning Description: UR4
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Deck,Gas Available,Gated Entry,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Assessor
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Assessor
  • ZoningJurisdiction: County
  • LotNumber: 10

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished

Tax Info

  • Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2995

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Natural Gas

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Blaine Elem

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 5, 2021
Closed on
Jan 11, 2022
Sold by
Louise Farmer Elizabeth and Louise Justin
Bought by
Valley Aleah J and Valley Nicholas J
Seller's Agent
Matthew Berry
Berry & Assoc. Appraisals, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Brian Southwick
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$509,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,000
-3.05%
Current Estimated Value
$553,810

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$44,810
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.67%
Original Mortgage
$407,200
Outstanding Balance
$379,098
Interest Rate
3.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$180,682

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 1, 2019
Closed on
Jun 21, 2019
Sold by
Otto Brad W and Chovanak Otto Deborah S
Bought by
Farmer Elizabeth Louise and Farmer Justin
Seller's Agent
Sean Jeffrey
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Berry
Berry & Assoc. Appraisals, Inc
List Price
$339,900
Sold Price
$324,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,900
-4.68%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.22%
Original Mortgage
$291,600
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 20, 2011
Sold by
Murphy Kathy and Dekle John
Bought by
Otto Brad W and Chovanak Otto Deborah S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,000
Interest Rate
4.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 2000
Sold by
Fix John E and Fix Shirley M
Bought by
Hickinbotham Albert L and Hickinbotham Norma E
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
Valley Aleah J $509,000 Whatcom Land Title
Valely Aleah J $509,000 Whatcom Land Title Co Inc
Valley Aleah J $509,000 Whatcom Land Title
Farmer Elizabeth Louise -- Chicago Title Insurance
Otto Brad W $180,280 Stewart Title Company
Hickinbotham Albert L -- Chicago Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Valley Aleah J $407,200
Closed Valely Aleah J $407,200
Previous Owner Farmer Elizabeth Louise $281,300
Previous Owner Farmer Elizabeth Louise $291,600
Previous Owner Otto Brad W $100,000
Previous Owner Otto Brad W $164,000
Previous Owner Otto Brad W $144,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/20/2022 01/20/22 Sold $509,000 -1.2% $442 / Sq Ft
12/17/2021 12/17/21 Pending -- -- --
11/22/2021 11/22/21 Price Changed $515,000 -1.9% $447 / Sq Ft
11/05/2021 11/05/21 For Sale $525,000 +62.0% $456 / Sq Ft
06/26/2019 06/26/19 Sold $324,000 +1.6% $281 / Sq Ft
05/25/2019 05/25/19 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2019 05/18/19 Price Changed $319,000 -3.0% $277 / Sq Ft
04/29/2019 04/29/19 Price Changed $329,000 -3.2% $286 / Sq Ft
02/01/2019 02/01/19 For Sale $339,900 -- $295 / 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 $3,578 $519,770 $281,250 $238,520
2023 $3,578 $519,770 $281,250 $238,520
2022 $3,147 $462,018 $250,000 $212,018
2021 $2,995 $347,653 $163,360 $184,293
2020 $2,926 $304,962 $143,300 $161,662
2019 $2,667 $287,022 $134,870 $152,152
2018 $2,594 $255,100 $119,870 $135,230
2017 $2,218 $223,668 $105,100 $118,568
2016 $2,216 $212,814 $100,000 $112,814
2015 $2,173 $204,731 $100,370 $104,361
2014 -- $195,921 $96,050 $99,871
2013 -- $193,783 $95,000 $98,783
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 1861097

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 405123-183236-0000