Previous MLS records told the truth!

I learn that previous MLS records are archived, and only accessible by real estate agents. A family friend is able to help, and I’m able to retrieve the following statements.

January 20, 2004

RECENTLY REMODELED RAMBLER, LIGHT OAK CABINETS, ANGLED KITCHEN & BREAKFAST AREA + FORMAL DINING ROOM, LIVING
ROOM FIREPLACE; ACROSS STREET FROM KODIAK PARK; THIS IS INDEED A WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU!

Total Bed/Bath: 3/1

Bedroom 1 Main 11X12
Bedroom 2 Main 11X11
Bedroom 3 Main 11X10

Bathrooms
Total: 1
Full: 1

Bath Description: Main Floor Full Bath

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Characteristics: Living Room, Wood Burning

Total Fin SqFt: 1,270

Sold Price: $192,700

November 2, 2012

Bank owned Bargain. Home needs TLC but priced accordingly. Did have some mold mostly in LL and 1 BR on main. Infected areas have been cut out. Brand new roof installed. LL bath partially finished. Great Location!

Total Bed/Bath: 4/2

Bedroom 1 Main 12X11
Bedroom 2 Main 11X11
Bedroom 3 Main 11X10
Bedroom 4 Lower

Bathrooms
Total: 2
Full: 2

Bath Description: Main Floor Full Bath, Full Basement, Whirlpool

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Characteristics: Living Room, Gas Burning

Total Fin SqFt: 2,170

Sold Price: $100,000

May 20, 2013

Back on the Market! Must see!! Beautiful and immaculate home next to park and schools. New roof, windows, floors, appliances,
paint. Across the street from Kordiak Park and Highland Lake. Great place to call home.

Total Bed/Bath: 4/2

Bedroom 1 Main 12X11
Bedroom 2 Main 11X11
Bedroom 3 Main 11X10
Bedroom 4 Lower

Bathrooms
Total: 2
Full: 2

Main Floor Full Bath, Upper Level 3/4 Bath

Fireplaces: 0

Total Fin SqFt: 2,170

Sold Price: $174,000

It sure would have been nice to know these facts when I was considering this home purchase:

  • The extra bedroom and extra bathroom were built without permits.
  • The fireplace and whirlpool were removed (improperly) without permits.
  • New roof and windows were installed without permits.
  • Mold is not recorded in the building record.