Fully Serviced building lot in beautiful Acme w/possible owner contract. This 15,046 square foot property with 2022 (4) bedroom septic system installed, Acme water, natural gas, power and a driveway. Survey. Owners were issued a building permit with Whatcom County. Surrounded by foothills, farms and nearby South Fork Nooksack River, this lot will provide a wonderful place to build a home. With all of the preliminary work done, it may never get easier to build than right here right now. The school is nearby and the Post Office, Diner and Acme Store are a short walk south. Theres a riverside park across the road, & hiking, riding, hunting & fishing at your doorstep. Bring your house plans!
Property Details
Property Features
Listing Office:
Office Name: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Office Phone: (360) 647-1313
Listing Agent: Rob Merhaut
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
View: Mountain(s), Territorial
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Corner Lot, Paved
Lot Size: 0.35 Acres
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: North end of Acme on the corner of Turkington and Valley Highway.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $159,900
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $2,154
Tax Year: 2020
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This property is $250.1K less than the Median Sold Price in East Whatcom, WA.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: NWMLS
MLS Number: #2295792
Listing Office:
Office Name: RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Office Phone: (360) 647-1313
Listing Agent: Rob Merhaut
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
May 20, 2020
May 20, 2020Home Sold
$302,000
Sep 30, 2013
Sep 30, 2013Home Sold
$170,000
Oct 06, 2011
Oct 06, 2011Home Sold
$160,000
Jul 29, 2005
Jul 29, 2005Home Sold
$229,500
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2020
$2,154
$202,928
2019
$2,247
$202,928
2018
$2,405
$201,619
2017
$1,998
$186,213
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
Schools Nearby
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Nearby Schools
4
/10
Acme Elementary School
5200 Turkington Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.23 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
4
/10
Samish Elementary School
23953 Prairie Rd
Distance between this listing and this school9.21 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
6
/10
Geneva Elementary School
1401 Geneva St
Distance between this listing and this school9.28 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
3
/10
Mount Baker Junior High School
4936 Deming Rd
Distance between this listing and this school7.45 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
8
/10
Kulshan Middle School
1250 Kenoyer Dr
Distance between this listing and this school10.59 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
7
/10
Whatcom Middle School
810 Halleck St
Distance between this listing and this school12.91 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
5
/10
Mount Baker Senior High School
4936 Deming Rd
Distance between this listing and this school7.45 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
5
/10
Squalicum High School
3773 E McLeod Rd
Distance between this listing and this school10.96 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
2
/10
Options High School
2015 Franklin St
Distance between this listing and this school12.47 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $52,737. Most East Whatcom, WA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 5296 Turkington Rd
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 5296 Turkington Rd property is $159,900.
What type of property is this?
The property 5296 Turkington Rd is land located in Acme, Washington, 98220.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 5296 Turkington Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $2,154 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on May 20, 2020 for $302,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
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This home is located at 5296 Turkington Rd in Acme, WA and zip code 98220. This home sits on a 0.35 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 27, 2024 and is currently priced at $159,900.
East Whatcom, WA housing market in October 2024 saw over 4 listings sold above listed price, more than 8 sold at listed price and over 5 sold below. The number of homes for sale in East Whatcom, WA increased by 4.2% between September 2024 and October 2024. Listings spent 45 days on the market in October 2024, and had a median list price of $410,000 during the same period.
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