Listed by COMPASS, Bought with Buck Real Estate
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Bellingham, WA 98225

Birchwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $617,456

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,144 Sq Ft
$540/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 07, 2022

Last sale price $653,000 $571 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,891/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Storm Windows
  • Bellingham High School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Patio

About This Home

As of April 2022

Mid-Century Architecture lovers, this home will DELIGHT your senses! Situated in the Birchwood neighborhood on a spacious, level & sunny lot. Features beautiful oak floors, gas fireplace w/ fan, newly updated 3/4 bath & original wood trim throughout. The open kitchen has new SS appliances & butcher block counters, with a stunning corner-window design that floods the room with natural light. Slider leads from the living room to the large stone patio, w/ steps to the side yard with mature landscaping & an abundance of potential garden space. The attached, oversized 2-car carport could be enclosed to create a massive garage or workshop. Separate entrance leads to partial basement w/ 3/4 bath & room for an office or over-sized wine cellar.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chelsea Messer

COMPASS License #113341 Listed on: 03/17/2022

COMPASS

Co-Listed By

Brandon Nelson

COMPASS License #25442

Last Buyer's Agent

Marilyn Buck

Buck Real Estate License #25828

Buck Real Estate

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 1903186

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $906

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 10,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,144 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Storm Windows
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Attached Carport

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Birchwood Elementary School
  • Shuksan Mid Middle School
  • Bellingham High School

Utilities

  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Birchwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3802234743640000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$906

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • StyleCode: 10 - 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.5%
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher,Refrigerator,StoveRange
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1144
  • SeniorExemption: true
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove/Range
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood, Double Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Living Area: 1144
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.5
  • BathsFullMain: 0
  • FireplacesMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1144
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 1
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 1
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Stove/Range

Exterior Features

  • Roof: See Remarks
  • Lot Features: Paved, Sidewalk
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Features: Stone, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Structure Type: House

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Electric, Natural Gas Connected
  • PowerCompany: PSE
  • SewerCompany: COB
  • WaterCompany: COB
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Basement
  • WaterHeaterType: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Bellingham
  • High School: Bellingham High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Shuksan Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3802234743640000
  • Topography: Level
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2479
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10800
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Patio
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Short Plat
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Assessor Records

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas

Tax Info

  • Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 906

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Natural Gas

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Birchwood Elem

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 17, 2022
Closed on
Apr 1, 2022
Sold by
Hall Steven A and Hall Suzanne R
Bought by
Fong Mark and Heggenes Bayley
Seller's Agent
Chelsea Messer
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Marilyn Buck
Buck Real Estate
List Price
$595,000
Sold Price
$653,000
Premium/Discount to List
$58,000
9.75%
Current Estimated Value
$617,456

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$35,544

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2021
Sold by
Living Trust
Bought by
Hall Steven A and Hall Suzanne R
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
Fong Mark $653,000 Whatcom Land Title
Hall Steven A $625,000 Whatcom Land Title
Hall Steven A $625,000 Whatcom Land Title Co Inc
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/07/2022 04/07/22 Sold $653,000 +9.7% $571 / Sq Ft
03/23/2022 03/23/22 Pending -- -- --
03/17/2022 03/17/22 For Sale $595,000 -- $520 / 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
2021 $4,382 $471,715 $190,080 $281,635
2020 $941 $436,773 $176,000 $260,773
2019 $1,000 $400,917 $183,007 $217,910
2018 $3,680 $359,887 $164,307 $195,580
2017 $3,173 $309,851 $141,460 $168,391
2016 $2,777 $279,175 $126,940 $152,235
2015 $2,723 $254,383 $115,940 $138,443
2014 -- $241,350 $110,000 $131,350
2013 -- $246,210 $126,000 $120,210
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Chelsea Messer

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Chelsea Messer

    COMPASS

    (360) 961-8133

    3 in this area

    59 Total Sales

    Chelsea Messer
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  • Brandon Nelson

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Brandon Nelson

    COMPASS

    (360) 319-0696

    3 in this area

    108 Total Sales

    Brandon Nelson
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  • Marilyn Buck

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Marilyn Buck

    Buck Real Estate

    (360) 599-0397

    3 in this area

    97 Total Sales

    Marilyn Buck
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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 1903186

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 380223-474364-0000

Washington Whatcom County Bellingham 98225

Birchwood

This home since 17 March 2022 and is currently priced at $617,456, approximately $539 per square foot. This property was built in 1958. This home is a home located in Whatcom County with nearby schools including Birchwood Elementary School, Shuksan Middle School, and Bellingham High School.

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