Incredible mid-county estate. This stunning custom home has spectacular Mt. Baker view, and a luxurious floor plan that is packed with features: Brazilian cherry and slate floors; custom cherry cabinetry; honed granite counters; enormous main-floor master suite and much more. Ready for hobby farming with 2 barns, outbuildings, field fencing and 2 ponds. Private setting in one of the county's prettiest locations, next to Shuksan Golf Club & a quick drive to Bellingham, Lynden or Ferndale.
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: NWM1134025
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$10,543
Year Built
Built in 2001
Lot Details
Street terminates at a dead end
Property is Fully Fenced
Level Lot
Fruit Trees
Garden
Property is zoned R5A
Property Views
Mountain
Territorial
Home Design
Poured Concrete
Composition Roof
Cement Board or Planked
Interior Spaces
1 Fireplace
Kitchen
Oven or Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Flooring
Wood
Wall to Wall Carpet
Slate Flooring
Laundry
Dryer
Washer
Parking
Attached Garage
RV Access or Parking
Outdoor Features
Patio
Gazebo
Outbuilding
Farming
Barn
Pasture
Horse Facilities and Amenities
Horses Allowed On Property
Stables
Utilities
Propane
Shared Water Source
Septic System
High Speed Internet
Cable TV Available
Community Details
Bellingham Community
Listing and Financial Details
Assessor Parcel Number 390322090040
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$10,543
Year Built
Built in 2001
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
Property Type: Residential
Style: 12 - 2 Story
Homebuilder: Huleatt
Building Information: Built On Lot
Entrance Level: Main
Year Built: 2001
Special Features: None
Property Sub Type: Detached
Interior Features
Features: Wired For Generator, Bath Off Master, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, High Tech Cabling, Jetted Tub, Skylights, Walk-In Closet
Floor Covering: Hardwood, Slate, Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Approved Number of Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms: 3.00
Main Floor Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 3.00
Bathrooms Main: Upper
Total Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Half Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
Main Half Bathrooms: 2
Master Bedroom: Main
Fireplaces: 1
Fireplaces Main: 1
Den or Office: Main
Dining Room: Main
Living Room: Main
Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
Estimated Sq Ft: 3143
Square Footage Finished: 3143
Exterior Features
Exterior: Cement Planked
Foundation: Poured Concrete
Roof: Composition
View: Mountain, Territorial
Garage/Parking
Parking Type: Garage-Attached
Total Covered Parking: 2
Utilities
Heating And Cooling: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Power Company: PSE
Septic Approved for Number of Bedrooms: 3
Sewer: Septic
Sewer Company: Septic
Water Company: Deer Creek Water
Water Heater: Garage-Propane
Water Source: Shares
Condo/Co-op/Association
Community Name: Bellingham
Schools
Elementary School: Irene Reither Primar
Middle School: Meridian Mid
High School: Meridian High
School District: MER
Lot Info
Lot Details: Dead End Street, Paved Street
Lot Sq Ft: 273557
Lot Topography Vegetation: Equestrian, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level, Pasture, Rolling
Parcel Number: 390322090040
Zoning Code: R5A
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Topography: Equestrian, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level, Pasture, Rolling
Tax Info
Tax Amount: 6903
Ownership History
DateNameOwned ForOwner Type
Nov 2017 - PresentBenowicz Robert and Benowicz Tanya7 Years and 6 Months
Private Individual
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 30, 2017
Closed on
Nov 21, 2017
Sold by
Madsen Douglas L and Madsen Yvonne S
Bought by
Benowicz Robert and Benowicz Tanya
Seller's Agent
Kirk Ghio
Muljat Group
Buyer's Agent
Erika Smith
Coldwell Banker Bain
List Price
$825,000
Sold Price
$749,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$76,000
-9.21%
Total Days on Market
142
Current Estimated Value
$1,334,586
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$585,586
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.95%
Original Mortgage
$667,775
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Oct 2009 - Nov 2017Madsen Douglas L and Madsen Yvonne S8 Years and 1 Month
Private Individual
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 29, 2009
Sold by
Vanbeek Randall C and Van Beek Marlene J
Bought by
Madsen Douglas L and Madsen Yvonne S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
5.02%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Jun 2007 - Oct 2009Madsen Douglas L and Madsen Yvonne S2 Years and 4 Months
Private Individual
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 15, 2007
Sold by
Ghio Karen M and Ghio Kirk M
Bought by
Madsen Douglas L and Madsen Yvonne S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
6.74%
Jun 2003 - Jun 2007Ghio Kirk M and Ghio Karen M4 Years
Private Individual
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 27, 2003
Sold by
Nightingale Harold J and Nightingale Lori L
Bought by
Ghio Kirk M and Ghio Karen M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$395,200
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Range of Values:
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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
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This home is located at 5740 Mertz Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226 since 30 May 2017 and is currently estimated at $1,334,586, approximately $424 per square foot. This property was built in 2001. 5740 Mertz 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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