NOT LISTED FOR SALE

959 S Hills Dr Bellingham, WA 98229

Estimated Value: $851,000 - $917,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,760 Sq Ft
$494/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 05, 2019

Last sale price $555,000 $315 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,228/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Territorial View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fairhaven Middle School Rated A-
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of April 2019

Beautifully updated, single-level Skeers home in South Hills by Lake Padden! This is the perfect modern layout -- flexible living/dining in front, open floor plan in back. Gather round the granite kitchen island or cozy fireplace in the connecting great room. Enjoy the view through a wall of windows and French doors that open onto a covered back deck and professionally designed/easy maintenance landscape. PLUS: 2 fully updated 3/4 baths, master suite, double garage, shed. Truly move-in ready!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melissa Schapiro

eXp Realty License #107268 Listed on: 03/07/2019

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Daria Haynes

Richmond Realty of Washington License #22013226

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1418097

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,415

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R10AUGA

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Territorial Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 370309035310

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,415

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Homebuilder: Skeers
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Bath Off Master, Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, French Doors, Walk In Pantry, Walk-In Closet
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1.50
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 2
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1760
  • Square Footage Finished: 1760

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement/Concrete, Wood Products
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air, 90%+ High Efficiency
  • Power Company: PSE, Cascade Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Company: City of Bellingham
  • Water Heater: garage-gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 21
  • Community Name: South
  • Project: South Hills Div 1
  • Community Features: CCRs

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 6
  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Dimensions: irregular
  • Lot Sq Ft: 9148
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 370309035310
  • Zoning Code: R10AUGA
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 4535

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 7, 2019
Closed on
Mar 26, 2019
Sold by
Hopper James Ba Rry
Bought by
Hagemann James Jerome and Hagemann Jennifer Ann
Seller's Agent
Melissa Schapiro
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Daria Haynes
Richmond Realty of Washington
List Price
$539,000
Sold Price
$555,000
Premium/Discount to List
$16,000
2.97%
Current Estimated Value
$849,865

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$294,865
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.49%
Original Mortgage
$444,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 26, 2017
Closed on
Nov 15, 2017
Sold by
Leidal Michelle Ml and Bush Michelle L
Bought by
Hopper James Barry
Seller's Agent
Paulina Antczak
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Melissa Schapiro
eXp Realty
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.05%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.90%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2005
Sold by
Marshall Joyce H
Bought by
Busch Michelle and Giller Bonna A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
5.76%
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
Hagemann James Jerome $555,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Hopper James Barry $470,000 Chicago Title Insurance
Busch Michelle $375,280 Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hagemann James $446,250
Closed Hagemann James Jerome $444,000
Previous Owner Leidal Michelle L $246,000
Previous Owner Busch Michelle $257,000
Previous Owner Busch Michelle $275,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/05/2019 04/05/19 Sold $555,000 +3.0% $315 / Sq Ft
03/09/2019 03/09/19 Pending -- -- --
03/07/2019 03/07/19 For Sale $539,000 +14.7% $306 / Sq Ft
11/20/2017 11/20/17 Sold $470,000 -1.1% $267 / Sq Ft
11/13/2017 11/13/17 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2017 11/04/17 For Sale $475,000 0.0% $270 / Sq Ft
10/31/2017 10/31/17 Pending -- -- --
10/26/2017 10/26/17 For Sale $475,000 -- $270 / 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 $6,415 $739,508 $295,645 $443,863
2023 $6,415 $765,947 $306,215 $459,732
2022 $5,527 $651,873 $260,610 $391,263
2021 $4,925 $525,719 $210,175 $315,544
2020 $4,821 $461,153 $184,363 $276,790
2019 $4,536 $437,734 $175,000 $262,734
2018 $4,726 $413,314 $155,155 $258,159
2017 $4,174 $366,875 $137,720 $229,155
2016 $3,780 $337,859 $126,720 $211,139
2015 $3,710 $320,450 $120,120 $200,330
2014 -- $305,182 $114,400 $190,782
2013 -- $290,153 $110,000 $180,153
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Melissa Schapiro

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Melissa Schapiro

    eXp Realty

    (360) 738-7182

    27 Total Sales

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  • Daria Haynes

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Daria Haynes

    Richmond Realty of Washington

    (425) 444-8390

    111 Total Sales

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  • Paulina Antczak

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Paulina Antczak

    Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

    (360) 223-0538

    255 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1418097

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 370309-035310-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98229

959 S Hills Dr, Bellingham, WA

This home is located at 959 S Hills Dr, Bellingham, WA 98229 since 07 March 2019 and is currently estimated at $869,994, approximately $494 per square foot. This property was built in 1997. 959 S Hills 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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