NOT LISTED FOR SALE

636 NW 78th St Seattle, WA 98117

Greenwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,177,712 - $1,285,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,940 Sq Ft
$633/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 20, 2021

Last sale price $1,062,000 $547 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,271/month

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Whittier Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to 6th Avenue NW Pocket Park

About This Home

As of July 2021

Charming Whittier Heights home with one of the prettiest gardens in Seattle! Inside & out, this home has everything you are looking for. From the moment you enter, you will be impressed with the custom built-in cabinets surrounding the wood-burning fireplace, large picture windows that frame the beautiful gardens & hardwood floors throughout the main level. The dining area has french doors that open up to a large deck that overlooks a park-like backyard that has been lovingly cultivated for over 25 years. Two beds on the main & two tastefully updated baths too! Downstairs you will find a large family room, 3rd bedroom, 1/2 bath, laundry & 1-car garage with EV charger. Walk to Greenwood, Ballard, parks, schools, shops & restaurants!Sweet!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sharon O'Mahony

KW Greater Seattle License #77307 Listed on: 06/16/2021

KW Greater Seattle

Last Buyer's Agent

Kenneth Urman

Coldwell Banker Bain License #106715

Coldwell Banker Bain

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1792880

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,417

Year Built

  • Built in 1946

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Oven or Range
  • Finished Basement

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Concrete
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Whittier Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7519001520

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,417

Year Built

Built in 1946

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story W/Bsmnt.
  • Architecture: Cape Cod
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, French Doors
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Bathrooms: 2.25
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Basement: Fully Finished
  • Family Room: Lower
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1930
  • Square Footage Finished: 1940

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Central A/C, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Power Company: Seattle City Light
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Seattle Public Utilities
  • Water Company: Seattle Public Utilities
  • Water Heater: basement-Electric
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Whittier

Schools

  • Elementary School: Whittier
  • Middle School: Whitman Mid
  • High School: Ballard High
  • School District: SEA

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5150
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 7519001520
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 7184

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 16, 2021
Closed on
Jul 13, 2021
Sold by
Johnsen James P and Johnsen Janice E
Bought by
Horton Charles Thomas and Harrrigton Chelsea Lauren
Seller's Agent
Sharon O'Mahony
KW Greater Seattle
Buyer's Agent
Kenneth Urman
Coldwell Banker Bain
List Price
$960,000
Sold Price
$1,062,000
Premium/Discount to List
$102,000
10.62%
Current Estimated Value
$1,228,178

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$166,178
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.23%
Original Mortgage
$849,600
Outstanding Balance
$779,187
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$385,043

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 1988
Sold by
Covich Gary P
Bought by
Johnsen James P and Johnsen Janice E
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
Horton Charles Thomas $1,062,000 Chicago Title Company Of Wa
Johnsen James P $90,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Horton Charles Thomas $849,600
Previous Owner Johnsen James P $81,200
Previous Owner Johnsen James P $61,500
Previous Owner Johnsen James P $50,000
Previous Owner Johnsen James P $230,000
Previous Owner Johnsen James P $30,000
Previous Owner Johnsen James P $203,000
Previous Owner Johnsen James P $123,365
Previous Owner Johnsen James P $60,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/20/2021 07/20/21 Sold $1,062,000 +10.6% $547 / Sq Ft
06/23/2021 06/23/21 Pending -- -- --
06/16/2021 06/16/21 For Sale $960,000 -- $495 / 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 $9,417 $949,000 $631,000 $318,000
2023 $8,526 $861,000 $579,000 $282,000
2022 $8,058 $942,000 $547,000 $395,000
2021 $6,958 $839,000 $520,000 $319,000
2020 $7,184 $681,000 $377,000 $304,000
2018 $6,718 $727,000 $401,000 $326,000
2017 $5,726 $651,000 $361,000 $290,000
2016 $5,297 $571,000 $316,000 $255,000
2015 $4,629 $516,000 $283,000 $233,000
2014 -- $460,000 $236,000 $224,000
2013 -- $424,000 $218,000 $206,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sharon O'Mahony

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Sharon O'Mahony

    KW Greater Seattle

    (206) 465-8169

    4 in this area

    91 Total Sales

    Sharon O'Mahony
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  • Kenneth Urman

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Kenneth Urman

    Coldwell Banker Bain

    (206) 499-4948

    1 in this area

    56 Total Sales

    Kenneth Urman
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  • Courtney Emanuels

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Courtney Emanuels

    Coldwell Banker Bain

    (206) 310-7006

    1 in this area

    62 Total Sales

    Courtney Emanuels
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1792880

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 751900-1520

Washington King County Seattle 98117 Greenwood

636 NW 78th St, Seattle, WA

This home is located at 636 NW 78th St, Seattle, WA 98117 since 16 June 2021 and is currently estimated at $1,228,178, approximately $633 per square foot. This property was built in 1946. 636 NW 78th St is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Whittier Elementary School, Whitman Middle School, and Ballard High School.

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