NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5579 Bayvue Rd Blaine, WA 98230

Birch Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $623,000 - $741,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,300 Sq Ft
$304/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 03, 2018

Last sale price $439,000 $191 Per Sq Ft

Est. 59% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,196/month

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bay View
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fruit Trees
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of October 2018

Live life for the view! Enjoy this delightful contemporary home in Birch Bay. Perched at the top of hill, admire views of Mt. Baker, the bay, and San Juans Islands. Master on the main floor, with large his/her closets and vanities. Two extra bedrooms down below can be either living or office space. Covered patio below, with large deck above, and of course head up the spiral staircase for the ultimate sitting area. Well constructed, high end finishes, a great value!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathy Stauffer

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #2741 Listed on: 08/04/2018

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Last Buyer's Agent

Seth Ackerman

Keller Williams Western Realty

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1339749

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,078

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned SF

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Propane
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Birch Bay Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4051231655580000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,078

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 12 - 2 Story
  • Architecture: Contemporary
  • Homebuilder: Kiwi COnstruction
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Wet Bar, Bath Off Master, Built-In Vacuum, Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, High Tech Cabling, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Pantry
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2.50
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Basement: Daylight
  • Family Room: Lower
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2300
  • Square Footage Finished: 2300

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood Products
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Bay, Mountain

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 1

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air, Radiant, Hot Water Recirc Pump, Tankless Water Heater
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: BBWS
  • Water Company: BBWS
  • Water Heater: Laundry-Tankless
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Birch Bay

Schools

  • Elementary School: Blaine Elem
  • Middle School: Blaine Mid
  • High School: Blaine High
  • School District: BLN

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 45
  • Lot Dimensions: 72x111x72x111
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7405
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 4051231655580000
  • Zoning Code: SF
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 2810

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 4, 2018
Closed on
Sep 28, 2018
Sold by
Thorpe Leslie and Thorpe Tabatha
Bought by
Boward Terissa
Seller's Agent
Kathy Stauffer
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Seth Ackerman
Keller Williams Western Realty
List Price
$449,000
Sold Price
$439,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.23%
Current Estimated Value
$698,171

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$259,171
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.07%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 7, 2004
Sold by
Owens Matthew K and Owens Ross Ann L
Bought by
Thorpe Tabatha and Thorpe Leslie
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
Boward Terissa $439,000 Whatcom Land Title Co Inc
Thorpe Tabatha $54,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Thorpe Leslie $336,000
Previous Owner Thorpe Leslie $292,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/03/2018 10/03/18 Sold $439,000 -2.2% $191 / Sq Ft
09/07/2018 09/07/18 Pending -- -- --
08/04/2018 08/04/18 For Sale $449,000 -- $195 / 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 $4,078 $571,356 $185,625 $385,731
2023 $3,954 $571,356 $185,625 $385,731
2022 $3,442 $507,872 $165,000 $342,872
2021 $3,277 $377,680 $98,016 $279,664
2020 $3,202 $331,302 $85,980 $245,322
2019 $2,921 $311,813 $80,922 $230,891
2018 $2,811 $277,133 $71,922 $205,211
2017 $2,404 $242,986 $63,060 $179,926
2016 $2,510 $231,195 $60,000 $171,195
2015 $2,461 $232,828 $52,694 $180,134
2014 -- $222,810 $50,426 $172,384
2013 -- $220,381 $49,875 $170,506
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kathy Stauffer

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Kathy Stauffer

    Windermere Corporate

    (360) 815-4718

    47 in this area

    317 Total Sales

    Kathy Stauffer
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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Seth Ackerman

    Keller Williams Western Realty

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1339749

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 405123-165558-0000

Washington Whatcom County Blaine 98230 Birch Bay

5579 Bayvue Rd, Blaine, WA

This home is located at 5579 Bayvue Rd, Blaine, WA 98230 since 04 August 2018 and is currently estimated at $698,171, approximately $303 per square foot. This property was built in 2006. 5579 Bayvue Rd is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Blaine Primary School, Blaine Elementary School, and Blaine Middle School.

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