Listed by Windermere Real Estate Whatcom, Bought with Global Referral Group, LLC
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

6981 Birch Bay Dr Blaine, WA 98230

Birch Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $915,000 - $1,125,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,248 Sq Ft
$840/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 24, 2013

Last sale price $559,000 $448 Per Sq Ft

Est. 87% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,260/month

86 Days on Market

About This Home

As of September 2013

Unbelievable waterfront location! One of the best spots in Birch Bay, this home is situated on rare lot + 1/2. Enjoy the fantastic view and entertain from the spacious partially covered patio and deck. Head down to the sandy beach on your own private stairway. Updated with new carpet, flooring, appliances, & pantry. New garage door and security system installed. Extra room for guests in the bunkhouse located off detached 2 car garage. Don't miss this rare opportunity..amazing sunsets included.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Randy Weg

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #94330 Listed on: 06/01/2013

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Last Buyer's Agent

Marcia Brown

Global Referral Group, LLC

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM495736

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,612

Year Built

1965

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Condition: Very Good
  • Sq Ft Finished: 1248
  • Form 17: Provided
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1965

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Features: Double Pane/Storm Window, Security System
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Floor: Hardwood, Laminate, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Water Heater Location: closet-electric

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Exterior: Wood Products
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Roof: Composition
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, High Speed Internet, Patio, Propane, Sprinkler System
  • View: Bay, Mountain, Ocean, Sound, Strait, Territorial
  • Waterfront: Medium Bank, Bay, Ocean, Saltwater, Sound
  • Lot Topography: Level

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Detached
  • Total Covered Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Forced Air, Insert
  • Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, Insert
  • Appliances: Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Heating and Cooling: Baseboard, Forced Air, Insert
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Sewer Company: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
  • Water Company: Birch Bay Water & Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 1, 2013
Closed on
Sep 19, 2013
Sold by
Vanry Berwyn and Van Ry Linda
Bought by
Clothier Ellen M
Seller's Agent
Randy Weg
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Marcia Brown
Global Referral Group, LLC
List Price
$569,000
Sold Price
$559,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.76%
Current Estimated Value
$1,047,700

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$488,700
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.62%
Original Mortgage
$391,300
Interest Rate
4.36%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2003
Sold by
Norton Al M and Norton Belva
Bought by
Vanry Berwyn and Vanry Linda

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,500
Interest Rate
5.6%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
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
Clothier Ellen M $559,280 First American Title Ins
Vanry Berwyn $333,935 Chicago Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Clothier Ellen M $50,001
Open Clothier Ellen M $415,000
Closed Clothier Ellen M $391,300
Previous Owner Vanry Berwyn $197,500
Previous Owner Vanry Berwyn $288,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/24/2013 09/24/13 Sold $559,000 -1.8% $448 / Sq Ft
08/26/2013 08/26/13 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2013 06/01/13 For Sale $569,000 -- $456 / 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 $6,612 $962,768 $658,125 $304,643
2023 $6,612 $962,768 $658,125 $304,643
2022 $6,784 $855,794 $585,000 $270,794
2021 $6,334 $741,968 $486,556 $255,412
2020 $6,166 $645,189 $423,092 $222,097
2019 $5,586 $607,211 $398,187 $209,024
2018 $5,419 $540,190 $354,237 $185,953
2017 $4,524 $473,615 $310,580 $163,035
2016 $4,612 $446,807 $293,000 $153,807
2015 $4,509 $435,756 $291,439 $144,317
2014 -- $415,861 $279,048 $136,813
2013 -- $411,324 $276,000 $135,324
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Randy Weg

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Randy Weg

    Windermere Corporate

    (360) 305-5704

    33 in this area

    49 Total Sales

    Randy Weg
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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Marcia Brown

    Global Referral Group, LLC

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM495736

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 395102-336128-0000

Washington Whatcom County Blaine 98230 Birch Bay

6981 Birch Bay Dr, Blaine, WA

This home is located at 6981 Birch Bay Dr, Blaine, WA 98230 since 01 June 2013 and is currently estimated at $1,047,700, approximately $839 per square foot. This property was built in 1965. 6981 Birch Bay Dr 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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