NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8281 Cowichan Rd Blaine, WA 98230

Birch Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $747,000 - $856,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,994 Sq Ft
$392/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 28, 2018

Last sale price $430,000 $216 Per Sq Ft

Est. 82% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,552/month

408 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront Community
  • Community Boat Launch
  • Golf Course View
  • Golf Course Community
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of August 2018

Birch Bay Village Golf Course home. $100,000 in recent renovations. Gated golf, marina & beach community. Single level w huge /900 sq. ft. covered Patio w/outdoor kitchen, plumbed for hot tub & tiled surfaces. Furnishings negotiable. Beautiful South facing views of Mt. Baker, 9th fairway & pond. Granite surfaces, extensive tilework. Dbl. garage & front courtyard off office/guest bedroom, Walk to Clubhouse, Pool & Pickle Ball. 1st Year Assoc. dues will be paid & 1 year Home Warranty included.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Kent

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #11841 Listed on: 06/03/2017

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Last Buyer's Agent

Andrew Fouse

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. License #27358

RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1139244

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,140

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • Gated Home
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned UR4

Property Views

  • Golf Course
  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Fireplaces

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4051233181790000

Community Details

Overview

  • Birch Bay Community
  • The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Boat Launch
  • Waterfront Community
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,140

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Wet Bar, Bath Off Master, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, High Tech Cabling, Hot Tub/Spa
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Range/Oven
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1.75
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplaces Main: 2
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Family Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1994
  • Square Footage Finished: 1994

Exterior Features

  • Construction Methods: Standard Frame
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Golf Course, Mountain, Territorial
  • Pool: Community

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Radiant
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Birch Bay 8
  • Water Company: Birch Bay 8
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 116
  • Community Name: Birch Bay
  • Project: Birch Bay Village
  • Community Features: Boat Launch, CCRs, Clubhouse, Golf Course, Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach, Tennis Courts

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 6
  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Lot Dimensions: 70x136x80x134
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10297
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 4051233181790000
  • Zoning Code: UR4
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 3478

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2017
Closed on
Aug 27, 2018
Sold by
Brooks Robet David and Brooks Susan Darlene
Bought by
Johnson Scott and Johnson Phyllis
Seller's Agent
Mike Kent
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Fouse
RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
List Price
$498,800
Sold Price
$430,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$68,800
-13.79%
Current Estimated Value
$781,023

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$351,023
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.31%
Original Mortgage
$335,775
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 2, 2012
Closed on
Aug 8, 2012
Sold by
Grassi Pamela and Grassi Mike
Bought by
David Robert and Brooks Susan Darlene
Seller's Agent
Mike Kent
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Mike Kent
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
List Price
$305,000
Sold Price
$305,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.87%
Original Mortgage
$244,000
Interest Rate
2.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2000
Sold by
Melnychuk Robert
Bought by
Mercer Allan and Mercer Lorraine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 1999
Sold by
Melnychuk Robert
Bought by
Melnychuk Robert
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
Johnson Scott $430,000 Whatcom Land Ttile
David Robert $305,280 Chicago Title Insurance
Mercer Allan -- Charter Title Corporation
Melnychuk Robert -- Charter Title Corporation
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Johnson Scott $235,000
Closed Johnson Scott $335,775
Previous Owner Brooks Robert David $258,600
Previous Owner David Robert $244,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2018 08/28/18 Sold $430,000 -2.3% $216 / Sq Ft
07/26/2018 07/26/18 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2018 07/15/18 Price Changed $439,900 -1.1% $221 / Sq Ft
06/22/2018 06/22/18 Price Changed $444,900 -1.1% $223 / Sq Ft
03/27/2018 03/27/18 Price Changed $449,900 -2.0% $226 / Sq Ft
10/12/2017 10/12/17 Price Changed $459,000 -3.3% $230 / Sq Ft
09/20/2017 09/20/17 Price Changed $474,900 -1.0% $238 / Sq Ft
08/24/2017 08/24/17 Price Changed $479,900 -2.0% $241 / Sq Ft
08/08/2017 08/08/17 Price Changed $489,900 -1.8% $246 / Sq Ft
06/12/2017 06/12/17 For Sale $498,800 +63.5% $250 / Sq Ft
08/23/2012 08/23/12 Sold $305,000 0.0% $153 / Sq Ft
06/19/2012 06/19/12 Pending -- -- --
03/01/2012 03/01/12 For Sale $305,000 -- $153 / 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 $5,140 $752,015 $281,250 $470,765
2023 $5,140 $752,015 $281,250 $470,765
2022 $4,953 $668,458 $250,000 $418,458
2021 $4,711 $551,990 $163,360 $388,630
2020 $4,602 $484,208 $143,300 $340,908
2019 $4,191 $455,723 $134,870 $320,853
2018 $4,074 $405,038 $119,870 $285,168
2017 $3,478 $355,131 $105,100 $250,031
2016 $3,348 $337,898 $100,000 $237,898
2015 $3,282 $313,010 $100,370 $212,640
2014 -- $299,541 $96,050 $203,491
2013 -- $296,274 $95,000 $201,274
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mike Kent

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Mike Kent

    Windermere Corporate

    (360) 527-8901

    70 in this area

    120 Total Sales

    Mike Kent
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  • Andrew Fouse

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Andrew Fouse

    RE/MAX Whatcom County

    (360) 630-9747

    3 in this area

    33 Total Sales

    Andrew Fouse
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1139244

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 405123-318179-0000

Washington Whatcom County Blaine 98230 Birch Bay

8281 Cowichan Rd, Blaine, WA

This home is located at 8281 Cowichan Rd, Blaine, WA 98230 since 03 June 2017 and is currently estimated at $781,023, approximately $391 per square foot. This property was built in 1992. 8281 Cowichan Rd 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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