1121 Benjamin Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506
South East End Neighborhood
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,218
Sq Ft
4,960
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of August 2014Beautiful Grand Rapids 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with a fantastic floor plan and plenty of space. A very nice front porch leads to an inviting foyer entrance to the large living room with real wood burning fireplace. Nice, formal dinning room leads to the wonderful open and updated kitchen area with a great view of a fantastic backyard. Hardwood floors, and elegant crown molding continue to the upper level with 4 generously sized bedrooms and an updated full bath with two sinks. If even more room is desired, head downstairs to the spacious basement. The main area is finished, but awaiting new carpet, and the last quarter is a generously sized laundry/utility/workroom.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Realty Rivertown License #6506046272 Listed on: 05/22/2014
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
- 2,218 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Flooring
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
9.66%
Original Mortgage
$116,000
Interest Rate
4.15%
Mortgage Type
VA
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
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 | $13,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $103,925 | VA | |
| Closed | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
-
B
Seller's Agent in 2025
Benjamin Palasek
Key Realty
-
L
Seller's Agent in 2014
Leigh Smith
Keller Williams Realty Rivertown
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Ron Babitz
Cornerstone Companies
-
D
Seller's Agent in 2012
Diane Griffin
Keller Williams GR North
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Ronald Sias
Key Realty
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 14027844
APN: 41-14-32-456-022
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