NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5743 Sterling Ave Ferndale, WA 98248

Estimated Value: $428,000 - $507,306

2 Beds
1 Bath
864 Sq Ft
$554/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 14, 2020

Last sale price $380,000 $440 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,858/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • Territorial View
  • Detached Garage
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Gazebo
  • Patio

About This Home

As of December 2020

Rare 1920's Craftsman charmer in one of Ferndale's original neighborhoods, with over-sized detached 2 car garage + shop space! Clever 864 sqft layout affords 2 private rooms, updated bathroom, laundry room leading to the outdoor covered patio and HUGE fully fenced yard! Additional space in the 144 sqft basement could be used for a home office, accessed from the back-yard. Walking distance to the Library, local schools, downtown restaurants, and just minutes to 1-5. This one is sure to go quick!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Boyd

COMPASS License #137192 Listed on: 11/11/2020

COMPASS

Last Buyer's Agent

Annie Dameron

John L. Scott Bellingham License #75113

John L. Scott Bellingham

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1687867

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,049

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RO

Property Views

  • Territorial Views

Home Design

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

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Gazebo

Utilities

  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Partially Finished Basement

Community Details

  • Ferndale Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 94990

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,049

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Architecture: Craftsman
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Security System
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 2.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 864
  • Square Footage Finished: 864
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 144

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Detached, Off Street
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Baseboard, Heat Pump, Wall, Ductless Hp-Mini Split
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: City of Ferndale
  • Water Company: City of Ferndale
  • Water Heater: Basement-Electric
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Ferndale
  • Project: Ferndale Heights Add

Schools

  • Elementary School: Central Elem
  • Middle School: Vista Mid
  • High School: Ferndale High
  • School District: FRN

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 9-11
  • Lot Details: Alley, Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10019
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 94990
  • Zoning Code: RO
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 1980

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 11, 2020
Closed on
Dec 7, 2020
Sold by
Johnstad Ryan M
Bought by
Murphy Ryan David
Seller's Agent
Chris Boyd
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Annie Dameron
John L. Scott Bellingham
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$380,000
Premium/Discount to List
$30,000
8.57%
Current Estimated Value
$478,827

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$98,827
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.02%
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Outstanding Balance
$252,547
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$226,343

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2015
Closed on
May 13, 2015
Sold by
Miller Benjamin M and Miller Melissa K
Bought by
Johnstad Ryan M
Seller's Agent
Jon Rockwood
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Streeter
Rockwood Realty
List Price
$170,000
Sold Price
$167,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-1.76%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.91%
Original Mortgage
$161,990
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 26, 2012
Sold by
Miller Benjamin M
Bought by
Miller Benjamin M and Miller Melissa K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,800
Interest Rate
3.28%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 12, 2006
Sold by
Burrous Drue M
Bought by
Miller Benjamin M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$193,700
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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
Murphy Ryan David $380,000 Chicago Title Company Of Wa
Johnstad Ryan M $167,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Miller Benjamin M -- First American Title Ins
Miller Benjamin M $204,180 Chicago Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Murphy Ryan David $280,000
Previous Owner Johnstad Ryan M $220,000
Previous Owner Johnstad Ryan M $217,500
Previous Owner Johnstad Ryan M $161,990
Previous Owner Johnstad Ryan M $161,990
Previous Owner Johnstad Ryan M $27,000
Previous Owner Miller Benjamin M $172,800
Previous Owner Miller Benjamin M $193,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/14/2020 12/14/20 Sold $380,000 +8.6% $440 / Sq Ft
11/13/2020 11/13/20 Pending -- -- --
11/11/2020 11/11/20 For Sale $350,000 +109.6% $405 / Sq Ft
05/22/2015 05/22/15 Sold $167,000 -1.8% $193 / Sq Ft
04/11/2015 04/11/15 Pending -- -- --
04/10/2015 04/10/15 For Sale $170,000 -- $197 / 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 $3,049 $439,412 $224,070 $215,342
2023 $3,049 $438,060 $231,000 $207,060
2022 $2,030 $274,428 $140,445 $133,983
2021 $2,045 $226,799 $116,070 $110,729
2020 $1,980 $210,005 $107,475 $102,530
2019 $1,523 $182,908 $93,608 $89,300
2018 $1,776 $167,228 $85,583 $81,645
2017 $1,542 $146,549 $75,000 $71,549
2016 $1,449 $137,615 $66,144 $71,471
2015 -- $129,696 $62,622 $67,074
2014 -- $126,960 $61,200 $65,760
2013 -- $125,045 $60,000 $65,045
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Chris Boyd

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Chris Boyd

    COMPASS

    (360) 319-6433

    6 in this area

    89 Total Sales

    Chris Boyd
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  • Annie Dameron

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Annie Dameron

    John L Scott

    (360) 920-1826

    5 in this area

    60 Total Sales

    Annie Dameron
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  • Jon Rockwood

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Jon Rockwood

    eXp Realty

    (360) 815-5079

    29 in this area

    95 Total Sales

    Jon Rockwood
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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Michelle Streeter

    Rockwood Realty

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1687867

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 390219-526058-0000

Washington Whatcom County Ferndale 98248

5743 Sterling Ave, Ferndale, WA

This home is located at 5743 Sterling Ave, Ferndale, WA 98248 since 11 November 2020 and is currently estimated at $478,827, approximately $554 per square foot. This property was built in 1926. 5743 Sterling Ave is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Central Elementary School, Vista Middle School, and Ferndale High School.

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