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Seller's Agent in 2023
Laura Campbell
Five Star Real Estate (Ada)
(616) 977-7790
7 in this area
30 Total Sales
1070 Waltham Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Forest Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $357,000 - $380,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,942
Sq Ft
$192/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Meadow Brook Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot: Yes
About This Home
As of July 2023Welcome to this Forest Hills Northern home! It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, new carpet & paint in the basement, and a beautiful, fenced-in backyard. The main floor has 2 bedrooms & 1 full bath as well as, the living and dining rooms, and kitchen. Upstairs you'll find the primary bedroom & bathroom on its own floor! The kitchen has newer appliances, plenty of cupboard space, and a breakfast nook with custom-built bench seating. The basement features a family room with fresh paint, new carpet, and a fireplace! The basement also houses the laundry & utility room along with ample storage. Outside has been designed with entertaining in mind: large fenced in backyard, updated deck with seating, large shed, and custom fire pit patio. Conveniently located near I-96, shopping, restaurants, Welcome to this Forest Hills Northern home! It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, new carpet & paint in the basement, and a beautiful, fenced-in backyard. The main floor has 2 bedrooms & 1 full bath as well as, the living and dining rooms, and kitchen. Upstairs you'll find the primary bedroom & bathroom on its own floor! The kitchen has newer appliances, plenty of cupboard space, and a breakfast nook with custom-built bench seating. The basement features a family room with fresh paint, new carpet, and a fireplace! The basement also houses the laundry & utility room along with ample storage. Outside has been designed with entertaining in mind: large fenced in backyard, updated deck with seating, large shed, and custom fire pit patio. Conveniently located near I-96, shopping, restaurants, schools, and the downtown areas of Ada and Grand Rapids!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Five Star Real Estate (Ada) License #6501438024 Listed on: 05/18/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,836
Year Built
- Built in 1953
Lot Details
- 0.25 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 97 x 135
- Shrub
- Corner Lot: Yes
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room with Fireplace
- Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Accessible Home Design
- Accessible Bathroom
- Accessible Bedroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Shed
- Storage Shed
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Castle Hills Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 6, 2024
Sold by
Costello Jeffrey
Bought by
Jeffrey M Costello Revocable Trust and Costello
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 18, 2023
Closed on
Jul 7, 2023
Sold by
Herrema Julie B and Herrema Matthew P
Bought by
Costello Jeffrey
Seller's Agent
Laura Campbell
Five Star Real Estate (Ada)
Buyer's Agent
Jeff Costello
Eastbrook Realty
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$346,205
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,795
-1.08%
Views
151
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.20%
Original Mortgage
$242,343
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 2, 2017
Sold by
Tanis Michael J and Tanis Jennifer M
Bought by
Herrema Julie B and Herrema Matthew P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$209,000
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 8, 2016
Sold by
Tanis Michael J and Tanis Jennifer M
Bought by
Tanis Michael J and Tanis Jennifer M
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 14, 2014
Closed on
Dec 31, 2014
Sold by
Cripe Rodney M and Cripe Mary L
Bought by
Tanis Michael J and Mcgraw Jennifer K
Seller's Agent
Maury Medina
Five Star Real Estate (Casc) - I
Buyer's Agent
Sallie Greene
Clarity Realty LLC
List Price
$189,000
Sold Price
$188,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,000
-0.53%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.52%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 20, 1992
Bought by
James Gary W and Cripe Rodney M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffrey M Costello Revocable Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Costello Jeffrey | $346,205 | First American Title | |
| Herrema Julie B | $220,000 | Sun Title Agency Of Michigan | |
| Tanis Michael J | -- | None Available | |
| Tanis Michael J | $188,000 | None Available | |
| James Gary W | $90,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Costello Jeffrey | $242,343 | |
| Previous Owner | Herrema Julie B | $209,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2023 07/07/23 | Sold | $346,205 | -1.1% | $178 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/25/2023 05/25/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/18/2023 05/18/23 | For Sale | $350,000 | +86.2% | $180 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/31/2014 12/31/14 | Sold | $188,000 | -0.5% | $91 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/19/2014 11/19/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/14/2014 11/14/14 | For Sale | $189,000 | -- | $91 / 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 | $3,010 | $161,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $3,010 | $145,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,098 | $130,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,836 | $114,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,768 | $107,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,959 | $102,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,746 | $94,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,703 | $87,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,312 | $79,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,229 | $73,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $73,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $62,000 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Laura Campbell
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Jeff Costello
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Jeff Costello
Eastbrook Realty
(616) 293-9527
3 in this area
95 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2014
Maury Medina
Five Star Real Estate (Casc) - I
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Buyer's Agent in 2014
Sallie Greene
Clarity Realty LLC
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 23016264
APN: 41-14-36-377-008
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