1023 Merrifield St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Alger Heights Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
864
Sq Ft
864
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Living Room
- Bungalow
- Porch
- Snack Bar or Counter
- 3-minute walk to Seymour Park
About This Home
As of February 2020Say “Hello!” to this quaint 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom bungalow home. Located in the up and coming Alger Heights! This open concept home has been newly updated with: fresh paint throughout, stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, windows, carpet, furnace and roof! The upstairs dormer has been beautifully transformed into the master bedroom. Cozy second bedroom and bathroom is located on main floor. Basement contains storage and washer and dryer! Fenced in backyard is perfect for entertaining and privacy. Schedule your SHOWING TODAY!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Hello Homes GR License #6502407309 Listed on: 12/14/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,117
Year Built
- Built in 1921
Lot Details
- 864 Sq Ft Lot
- Shrub
- Property is zoned NONE KNOWN, NONE KNOWN
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Rubber Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 864 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Insulated Windows
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
- Basement
- Michigan Basement
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Snack Bar or Counter
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Shed
- Storage Shed
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 29, 2022
Sold by
Marshall Ruehrdanz Benjamin
Bought by
Ruehrdanz Benjamin Marshall
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 15, 2020
Closed on
Feb 26, 2020
Sold by
Rutkowski Justin
Bought by
Ruehrdanz Benjamin Marshall and Ruehrdanz Jennae
Seller's Agent
Nicholas Dennison
Fervor Realty
Buyer's Agent
Steven Fahlen
Five Star Real Estate (Main)
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$131,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,100
0.85%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.77%
Original Mortgage
$127,070
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 14, 2017
Closed on
Feb 9, 2018
Sold by
Guthrie Marianne and Guthrie Marianne
Bought by
Rutkowski Justin E
Seller's Agent
Ashley Dietch
Hello Homes GR
Buyer's Agent
Nicholas Dennison
Fervor Realty
List Price
$109,900
Sold Price
$109,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.94%
Original Mortgage
$107,908
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 11, 2016
Closed on
Aug 8, 2016
Sold by
Revivify Properties Llc
Bought by
Guthrie Marinanne
Seller's Agent
Jeffry Kermath
Kermath Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Justin Greenway
Apex Realty Group
List Price
$89,000
Sold Price
$94,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
5.62%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.83%
Original Mortgage
$92,297
Interest Rate
3.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 29, 2015
Closed on
Mar 15, 2016
Sold by
Taatjes Wade
Bought by
Revivify Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Nancy Gregus
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
Buyer's Agent
Denis Taatjes
Independence Realty (Main)
List Price
$49,900
Sold Price
$40,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-19.84%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
703.61%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 29, 2015
Closed on
Mar 10, 2016
Sold by
Duiker Nicklaus and Duiker Robin
Bought by
Taatjes Wade
Seller's Agent
Nancy Gregus
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
Buyer's Agent
Denis Taatjes
Independence Realty (Main)
List Price
$49,900
Sold Price
$40,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-19.84%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 18, 2003
Sold by
Minard Veronica S
Bought by
Duiker Nicklaus
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$79,319
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 15, 1999
Sold by
Un Fed Sav and Un Dhud
Bought by
Duiker Dhud and Duiker Nicklaus
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 1995
Sold by
Deleon Deleon E E and Deleon Stegehuis T
Bought by
Duiker Stegehuis T and Duiker Nicklaus
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 1992
Sold by
Deleon Deleon J J and Deleon E
Bought by
Duiker Nicklaus
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 4, 1991
Sold by
Redder Redder M M and Redder Deleon J
Bought by
Duiker Nicklaus
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 27, 1990
Sold by
Guastella Guastella A A and Guastella Redder M
Bought by
Duiker Nicklaus
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 24, 1988
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 1985
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 14, 1981
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $131,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $109,900 | Sun Title Agency Of Michigan | |
| Warranty Deed | $94,000 | Essential Title Agency Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $48,500 | Essential Title Agency Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $40,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $45,900 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $42,800 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $37,200 | -- | |
| Deed | $32,900 | -- | |
| Deed | $27,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $25,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $127,070 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $107,908 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $92,297 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $12,093 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $79,319 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2020 02/26/20 | Sold | $131,000 | +0.8% | $152 / Sq Ft |
| 01/15/2020 01/15/20 | For Sale | $129,900 | +18.2% | $150 / Sq Ft |
| 01/14/2020 01/14/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/09/2018 02/09/18 | Sold | $109,900 | 0.0% | $127 / Sq Ft |
| 12/22/2017 12/22/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/14/2017 12/14/17 | For Sale | $109,900 | +16.9% | $127 / Sq Ft |
| 08/05/2016 08/05/16 | Sold | $94,000 | +5.6% | $77 / Sq Ft |
| 04/11/2016 04/11/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2016 04/11/16 | For Sale | $89,000 | +122.5% | $73 / Sq Ft |
| 03/10/2016 03/10/16 | Sold | $40,000 | -19.8% | $33 / Sq Ft |
| 01/04/2016 01/04/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/29/2015 12/29/15 | For Sale | $49,900 | -- | $41 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,766 | $79,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1,766 | $73,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,792 | $62,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,701 | $54,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,663 | $48,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,350 | $44,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,414 | $40,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,136 | $35,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,075 | $28,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,246 | $27,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,187 | $27,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $22,500 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
N
Seller's Agent in 2020
Nicholas Dennison
Fervor Realty
(864) 616-9954
130 Total Sales
-
S
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Steven Fahlen
Five Star Real Estate (Main)
(231) 519-0647
1 in this area
101 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2018
Ashley Dietch
Hello Homes GR
(616) 439-1272
1 in this area
253 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Corrin Wiersema
Keller Williams Harbortown
(616) 610-9628
8 in this area
213 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2016
Jeffry Kermath
Kermath Realty LLC
(734) 649-4903
1 in this area
678 Total Sales
-
N
Seller's Agent in 2016
Nancy Gregus
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
(616) 706-5054
73 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 17059152
APN: 41-18-08-130-018
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