Welcome to Cottonwood Beach in Birch Bay. This 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom home is a blend of historic charm with modern amenities. Completely updated. Kitchen just updated with a brand-new stainless-steel dishwasher, refrigerator, deep sink as well as butcher block counter tops. Front entrance opens up to high ceilings and cozy fireplace creating a compelling living space. Large open back yard surrounded by tall cedars offering a peaceful and private setting. Three outbuildings for additional storage options. This home sits on a lot and a half with possibilities of a garage/ADU adding more versatility (verify with the City of Blaine) A tranquil retreat located on a no through road and a five-minute walk to Halverson Public Beach
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Listed by: HomeSmart One Realty • Latonia Vanderveen
Bought with: Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
$430,000
5014 Alder Street, Blaine, WA 98230
2beds
830sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$448,000 Zestimate®
$518/sqft
$2,034 Estimated rent
Home value
$448,000
$426,000 - $470,000
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Listed by:
Latonia Vanderveen,
HomeSmart One Realty
Bought with:
Randy Weg
Windermere RE Whatcom, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2203147
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Baseboard, Wall Unit(s), Electric, Propane
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Tank, Water Heater Location: Closet
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 830
- Total interior livable area: 830 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Laminate Hardwood, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Features: Dead End Street
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 4051244172210000
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Birch Bay Water and Sewer
- Water: Public, Company: Birch Bay Water and Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Birch Bay
Location
- Region: Blaine
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $518/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $283,150
- Annual tax amount: $1,962
- Date on market: 8/1/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 720 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2024 | Sold | $430,000-6.3%$518/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2203147 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2024 | Pending sale | $459,000$553/sqft |
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| 9/17/2024 | Price change | $459,000-4.2%$553/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2203147 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2024 | Price change | $479,000-3.2%$577/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2203147 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $495,000$596/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2203147 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2024 | Pending sale | $495,000$596/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2203147 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $495,000+200%$596/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2203147 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2019 | Sold | $165,000-10.8%$199/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1329765 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2019 | Pending sale | $185,000$223/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Bay Properties #1329765 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2018 | Listed for sale | $185,000$223/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Bay Properties #1329765 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2018 | Pending sale | $185,000$223/sqft |
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| 10/31/2018 | Price change | $185,000-14%$223/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Bay Properties #1329765 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2018 | Pending sale | $215,000$259/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Bay Properties #1329765 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2018 | Listed for sale | $215,000$259/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Bay Properties #1329765 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2018 | Pending sale | $215,000$259/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Bay Properties #1329765 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2018 | Listed for sale | $215,000$259/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Bay Properties #1329765 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,112 +4.6% | $283,150 |
| 2023 | $2,019 -2.4% | $283,150 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $2,070 +9.5% | $251,689 +24.6% |
| 2021 | $1,891 +4.9% | $202,026 +14% |
| 2020 | $1,802 | $177,218 +6.3% |
| 2019 | $1,802 +2.1% | $166,792 +12.5% |
| 2018 | $1,764 +9.4% | $148,242 +14.1% |
| 2017 | $1,613 +2.5% | $129,976 +5.1% |
| 2016 | $1,574 +18.4% | $123,669 +4.7% |
| 2015 | $1,330 | $118,082 +4.5% |
| 2014 | $1,330 +1.9% | $113,001 +1.1% |
| 2013 | $1,305 | $111,768 |
| 2012 | -- | $111,768 -2.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $114,783 -3.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $118,575 -5.5% |
| 2009 | $1,211 +2.9% | $125,420 |
| 2008 | $1,176 | $125,420 |
| 2007 | $1,176 +49.4% | $125,420 +101.7% |
| 2005 | $788 | $62,170 |
| 2004 | $788 -1.3% | $62,170 |
| 2003 | $798 +1.5% | $62,170 |
| 2002 | $786 -7% | $62,170 -8% |
| 2001 | $846 | $67,540 |
| 2000 | -- | $67,540 |
| 1999 | -- | $67,540 |
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Neighborhood: 98230
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GreatSchools rating
- NABlaine Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 3.5 mi
- 7/10Blaine Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 6/10Blaine High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Blaine Elem
- Middle: Blaine Mid
- High: Blaine High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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