Seller's Agent in 2025
Benjamin Palasek
Key Realty
(616) 318-6645
1 in this area
47 Total Sales
1121 Benjamin Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506
South East End Neighborhood
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,168
Sq Ft
4,960
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Living Room
- Ceiling Fan
- Fireplace
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
- Dining Area
About This Home
As of September 2025Grand Rapids real estate! This wonderful 4BD 1.5BA home located in a quiet Grand Rapids neighborhood! This home boasts a lot of character and charm of a home built in this era with the perfect blend of modern conveniences revealed in its spectacular hardwood floors, crown moldings, tile flooring, updated fixtures, light-filled rooms and more! A welcoming foyer leading to a spacious living room with a cozy wood-burning stove, a large dining room w/ a comfortable den w/ a lot of windows overlooking the backyard, an striking remodeled kitchen w/ new counters, tiled back splash & floor, a lovely dining area and newer 1/2 bath complete this remarkable first floor. The second floor continues the charm of this home w/ 4 fantastic bedrooms all w/ great closets including 2 closets located in the
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams GR North (Main) License #6502361836 Listed on: 01/12/2012
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,516
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 4,960 Sq Ft Lot
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,168 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Natural Gas Connected
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 22, 2014
Closed on
Aug 1, 2014
Sold by
Desarden Eric and Desarden Christine
Bought by
Bannister Jeremiah and Bannister Angela L
Seller's Agent
Leigh Smith
Keller Williams Realty Rivertown
Buyer's Agent
Ron Babitz
Cornerstone Companies
List Price
$107,500
Sold Price
$116,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,500
7.91%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.16%
Original Mortgage
$116,000
Outstanding Balance
$88,582
Interest Rate
4.15%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$190,185
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 12, 2012
Closed on
Feb 22, 2012
Sold by
Zondervan Patrick and Zondervan Melinda
Bought by
Desarden Eric and Desarden Christine
Seller's Agent
Diane Griffin
Keller Williams GR North (Main)
Buyer's Agent
Ronald Sias
Key Realty
List Price
$98,800
Sold Price
$103,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,200
4.25%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.99%
Original Mortgage
$100,388
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 10, 2004
Sold by
Obrien Sarah Ann Elizabeth
Bought by
Zondervan Patrick and Zondervan Melinda
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,646
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 28, 1999
Sold by
Yonkman Ts and Yonkman Obrien S
Bought by
Desarden Obrien S and Desarden Eric Christine
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 2, 1994
Sold by
Yonkman Yonkman W W and Yonkman Ts
Bought by
Desarden Eric Christine
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 16, 1994
Sold by
Yonkman Yonkman J J and Yonkman W
Bought by
Desarden Eric Christine
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 18, 1990
Sold by
Myers Myers L L and Myers Yonkman J
Bought by
Desarden Eric Christine
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $116,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $103,000 | Grand Rapids Title Agency Ll | |
| Warranty Deed | $106,300 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $70,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $100 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $48,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $116,000 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $100,388 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $104,646 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/05/2025 09/05/25 | Sold | $275,000 | 0.0% | $124 / Sq Ft |
| 08/12/2025 08/12/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/11/2025 08/11/25 | For Sale | $275,000 | 0.0% | $124 / Sq Ft |
| 08/05/2025 08/05/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | Price Changed | $275,000 | -5.1% | $124 / Sq Ft |
| 07/22/2025 07/22/25 | For Sale | $289,900 | +149.9% | $131 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2014 08/01/14 | Sold | $116,000 | +7.9% | $52 / Sq Ft |
| 05/24/2014 05/24/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/22/2014 05/22/14 | For Sale | $107,500 | +4.4% | $48 / Sq Ft |
| 02/22/2012 02/22/12 | Sold | $103,000 | +4.3% | $48 / Sq Ft |
| 01/23/2012 01/23/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/12/2012 01/12/12 | For Sale | $98,800 | -- | $46 / 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 | $1,516 | $150,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1,516 | $127,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,538 | $115,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,460 | $95,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,428 | $84,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,429 | $63,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,360 | $63,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,300 | $55,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,344 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,360 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,963 | $38,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $37,300 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Benjamin Palasek
-
Guy DeVries
G
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Guy DeVries
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)
(616) 514-3012
2 in this area
56 Total Sales
-
Leigh Smith
Seller's Agent in 2014
Leigh Smith
Keller Williams Realty Rivertown
(616) 294-0165
64 Total Sales
-
Ron Babitz
R
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Ron Babitz
Cornerstone Companies
(616) 970-1557
1 in this area
26 Total Sales
-
Diane Griffin
Seller's Agent in 2012
Diane Griffin
Keller Williams GR North (Main)
(616) 916-5960
2 in this area
99 Total Sales
-
Ronald Sias
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Ronald Sias
Key Realty
(800) 530-9230
2 in this area
17 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 12002965
APN: 41-14-32-456-022
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