1043 Merrifield St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Alger Heights NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,138/month
Highlights
- Deck
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- No HOA
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
- 4-minute walk to Seymour Park
About This Home
Charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home in the desirable Alger Heights neighborhood! This cozy home sits back on the lot, offering added privacy with a fenced in front yard. Inside, you'll find plank flooring, some fresh paint, and a convenient main-floor laundry along with central air. The basement offers lots of storage space. The seller replaced the roof just a few months ago, providing peace of mind for years to come. Enjoy the large deck that overlooks the fenced in yard including a nice play set for the kids. One stall garage. Easy access to nearby parks, shops, and restaurants that make Alger Heights such a sought after area. Schedule a showing for this move in ready home today.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,661
Year Built
- Built in 1919
Lot Details
- 5,280 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 40 x 132
- Fenced Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Rear-Facing Garage
Home Design
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 747 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
Kitchen
- Range
- Disposal
Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Crawl Space
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Play Equipment
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $1,563 | $82,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1,563 | $76,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,497 | $64,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,506 | $56,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,472 | $51,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,408 | $45,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,474 | $41,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,285 | $37,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,224 | $32,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $918 | $30,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $853 | $30,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $25,100 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/04/2025 11/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/02/2025 11/02/25 | Price Changed | $189,900 | -2.6% | $254 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/28/2025 10/28/25 | For Sale | $194,900 | 0.0% | $261 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/24/2025 10/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/21/2025 10/21/25 | For Sale | $194,900 | +69.5% | $261 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/23/2018 07/23/18 | Sold | $115,000 | -7.9% | $154 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/11/2018 06/11/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/07/2018 06/07/18 | For Sale | $124,900 | +74.7% | $167 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/18/2016 07/18/16 | Sold | $71,500 | +10.0% | $96 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/11/2016 06/11/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/08/2016 06/08/16 | For Sale | $65,000 | -- | $87 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $115,000 | Star Title Agency Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $71,500 | Grand Rapids Title Co Llc | |
| Deed | $15,900 | Parks Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $110,485 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $80,600 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $61,600 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $44,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $34,900 | -- | |
| Deed | $32,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $30,900 | -- | |
| Deed | $5,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $112,917 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $70,204 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $79,967 | FHA |
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 25054038
APN: 41-18-08-130-023
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