NOT LISTED FOR SALE

989 W Lake Samish Dr Bellingham, WA 98229

Estimated Value: $1,138,000 - $1,617,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
2,646 Sq Ft
$508/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 08, 2018

Last sale price $729,500 $276 Per Sq Ft

Est. 84% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,894/month

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Low Bank Waterfront Property
  • Docks
  • Lake View
  • Fairhaven Middle School Rated A-
  • Spa
  • 3-minute walk to Lake Samish County Park

About This Home

As of June 2018

Heritage property on sunny side of Lake Samish w/endless possibilities. Two separate parcels total nearly 2 1/2 acres w/200+ ft waterfront and dock. 3 bd, 3+ bath home w/master on the main, sun room, skylights, wrap around deck & pretty views. Radiant hot water heat, generously sized rooms, lots of storage. Lower level w/full kitchen perfect for long-term/short term rental. Outdoor space features gazebo, hot tub, mature landscaping & trees. Second lot offers potential as additional home site.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sue Hilton-Faust

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #46510 Listed on: 04/12/2018

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Last Buyer's Agent

Sue Hilton-Faust

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom License #46510 Listed on: 04/12/2018

Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1272952

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,228

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • Low Bank Waterfront Property
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned County

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Composite

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Docks
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Gazebo
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • Propane
  • Well
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Lake Views
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Finished Basement

Community Details

  • Lake Samish Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 370327314380000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,228

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story W/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Lower
  • Senior Exemption: Y
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: 2nd Kitchen, Wet Bar, Wired For Generator, Bath Off Master, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, Hot Tub/Spa, Skylights, Solarium/Atrium
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Bathrooms: 3.25
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 1
  • Garage Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Basement: Fully Finished
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Family Room: Lower
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Lower
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2646
  • Square Footage Finished: 2646

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood Products
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Lake
  • Waterfront: Bank-Low, Lake, No Bank

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air, Radiant, Stove/Free Standing
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Lake Samish
  • Water Company: Individual Well
  • Water Source: Individual Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Lake Samish
  • Project: Phil and Dee's SP

Schools

  • School District: BEL

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 107158
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level, Rolling
  • Parcel Number: 370327314380000
  • Zoning Code: County
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level, Rolling

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 3432

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2018
Closed on
Jun 7, 2018
Sold by
Zimmerman Dolores and Zimmerman Family Revocable Liv
Bought by
Messer Loyd R
Seller's Agent
Sue Hilton-Faust
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
Buyer's Agent
Sue Hilton-Faust
Windermere Real Estate Whatcom
List Price
$779,000
Sold Price
$729,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,500
-6.35%
Current Estimated Value
$1,345,344

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$615,844
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.63%
Original Mortgage
$580,000
Outstanding Balance
$501,603
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$843,741
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
Messer Loyd R $729,494 Whatcom Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Messer Loyd R $580,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/08/2018 06/08/18 Sold $729,500 -6.4% $276 / Sq Ft
05/11/2018 05/11/18 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2018 04/12/18 For Sale $779,000 -- $294 / 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 $10,228 $1,217,229 $623,609 $593,620
2023 $10,228 $1,217,229 $623,609 $593,620
2022 $8,100 $882,031 $451,881 $430,150
2021 $6,978 $766,983 $392,940 $374,043
2020 $7,195 $649,986 $333,000 $316,986
2019 $6,275 $649,986 $333,000 $316,986
2018 $1,400 $568,539 $273,630 $294,909
2017 $1,439 $499,163 $240,240 $258,923
2016 $1,398 $472,983 $227,640 $245,343
2015 $1,389 $460,329 $221,550 $238,779
2014 -- $442,440 $212,940 $229,500
2013 -- $436,331 $210,000 $226,331
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sue Hilton-Faust

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Sue Hilton-Faust

    Windermere Real Estate Whatcom

    (360) 739-7808

    80 Total Sales

    Sue Hilton-Faust
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1272952

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 370327-314380-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98229

989 W Lake Samish Dr, Bellingham, WA

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