Listed by RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc., Bought with Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

659 E Lake Samish Dr Bellingham, WA 98229

Estimated Value: $1,600,000 - $2,029,746

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,538 Sq Ft
$1,164/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 24, 2012

Last sale price $725,000 $471 Per Sq Ft

Est. 147% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,906/month

78 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Docks
  • Community Boat Launch
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Fairhaven Middle School Rated A-
  • Spa
  • Lake View

About This Home

As of May 2012

Rare opportunity to own acreage on the sunny side of Lake Samish! Park-like setting offers 100ft of sandy waterfront with private dock. Relax on your lakefront deck w/ expansive lawn, hot tub and firepit. Home features open floor plan w/ fully remodeled kitchen and bath, 2 large bedrooms, free standing stove and is handicap accessible. 2nd garage contains a fully equipped apartment with loft style bedroom. Large shop for all of your hobbies and plenty of garden space and forest for privacy.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jen Moldver

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. License #91790 Listed on: 01/24/2012

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Co-Listed By

Amy Amos

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. License #2700

Last Buyer's Agent

John Templeton

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #3046

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM312899

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,747

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • Dog Run
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Docks
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • Propane
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Lake Views
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Disabled Access

Community Details

  • Community Boat Launch

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3703250492090000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,747

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 1 Story
  • Building Information: Additional Dwelling, Built On Lot
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: 2nd Kitchen, Wired For Generator, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, Disabled Access, Hot Tub/Spa
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2.75
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Garage Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Den or Office: Main
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1538
  • Square Footage Finished: 1538

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Lake
  • Waterfront: Lake, No Bank
  • Waterfront Frontage: 100

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 4

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Stove/Free Standing, Wall
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Heater: Pumphouse-Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Boat Launch

Schools

  • Elementary School: Wade King Elem
  • Middle School: Fairhaven Mid
  • High School: Sehome High
  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Lot Dimensions: 600 x 100
  • Lot Sq Ft: 60000
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 3703250492090000
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 6736

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 24, 2012
Closed on
May 22, 2012
Sold by
Humphreys Roberta F
Bought by
Vander Griend Bennett L and Vander Griend Cynthia M
Seller's Agent
Jen Moldver
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
John Templeton
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,789,937

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,064,937
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.03%
Original Mortgage
$235,000
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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
Vander Griend Bennett L $725,280 Stewart Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vander Griend Bennett L $336,739
Closed Vander Griend Bennett L $235,000
Closed Vander Griend Bennett L $245,000
Previous Owner Humphreys Terry D $365,750
Previous Owner Humphreys Terry A $380,000
Previous Owner Humphreys Terry D $350,000
Previous Owner Humphreys Terry D $60,000
Previous Owner Humphreys Terry D $37,740
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/24/2012 05/24/12 Sold $725,000 0.0% $471 / Sq Ft
04/11/2012 04/11/12 Pending -- -- --
01/24/2012 01/24/12 For Sale $725,000 -- $471 / 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 $14,747 $1,754,051 $1,123,620 $630,431
2023 $14,747 $1,754,051 $1,123,620 $630,431
2022 $11,659 $1,271,025 $814,200 $456,825
2021 $10,042 $1,105,239 $708,000 $397,239
2020 $10,355 $936,643 $600,000 $336,643
2019 $9,507 $936,643 $600,000 $336,643
2018 $9,798 $862,646 $549,084 $313,562
2017 $8,907 $757,381 $482,082 $275,299
2016 $8,279 $717,658 $456,798 $260,860
2015 $8,158 $698,459 $444,577 $253,882
2014 -- $667,881 $427,300 $240,581
2013 -- $658,659 $421,400 $237,259
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jen Moldver

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Jen Moldver

    RE/MAX Whatcom County

    13 Total Sales

    Jen Moldver
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  • Amy Amos

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012

    Amy Amos

    RE/MAX Whatcom County

    (360) 738-7070

    28 Total Sales

    Amy Amos
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  • John Templeton

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    John Templeton

    Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

    (360) 920-5646

    44 Total Sales

    John Templeton
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM312899

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 370325-049209-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98229

659 E Lake Samish Dr, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 659 E Lake Samish Dr, Bellingham, WA 98229 since 24 January 2012 and is currently estimated at $1,789,937, approximately $1,163 per square foot. This property was built in 1964. 659 E Lake Samish Dr is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Wade King Elementary School, Fairhaven Middle School, and Sehome High School.

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