NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1148 Watson St SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504

John Ball Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $263,538 - $286,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,344 Sq Ft
$205/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 28, 2019

Last sale price $178,500 $133 Per Sq Ft

Est. 54% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,731/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Windows
  • Recreation Room
  • Porch
  • Garden Windows

About This Home

As of May 2019

Welcome home to this gorgeous Craftsman in the desirable Westside! Your future home contains many original features, including hardwood floors throughout and stunning leaded glass windows. Step in the front door and be swept away by the gorgeous woodwork in the foyer, which, through french doors, opens into the living room and formal dining room. The kitchen has been updated with new cabinets, appliances and countertops. Off the dining room is a bonus room that can be used as an office/den; a great place to relax while soaking up the natural light that flows through the room. Upstairs you will find the master bedroom with walk-in closet, and master bathroom. There are two additional bedrooms with large closets upstairs.

Come see this stunner at the open house on 5/2 and 5/3 from 5-7p

Last Listed By

Elizabeth Brander

Green Square Properties LLC License #6501408968 Listed on: 05/01/2019

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,710

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x124
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned RES IMPROVED, RES IMPROVED

Parking

  • Unpaved Driveway

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,344 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Garden Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Play Equipment
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,710

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1925
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Architectural Style Craftsman: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1344.0
  • Window Features: Storms, Screens, Replacement, Garden Window(s), Window Treatments
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 769.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Garden Window: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Play Equipment
  • List Price: 169900.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Porch(es)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Play Equipment: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, Storm Sewer, Broadband
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 40x124
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4792.0
  • Zoning Description: RES IMPROVED
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1709.62
  • Tax Year: 2018

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2019
Closed on
May 28, 2019
Sold by
Brander Aaron and Zehr Rebecca Jane
Bought by
Ford Brad
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Brander
Green Square Properties LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jason Schuringa
Five Star Real Estate (M6)
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$178,500
Premium/Discount to List
$8,600
5.06%
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
$275,135

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,635
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.22%
Original Mortgage
$166,250
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 31, 2014
Closed on
Jan 23, 2015
Sold by
Couturier Danielle
Bought by
Brander Aaron and Brander Denise E
Seller's Agent
Edward Hansen
Keller Williams GR North
Buyer's Agent
Scott Bradford
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$115,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-11.47%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.64%
Original Mortgage
$109,250
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2008
Sold by
Perrin Randy
Bought by
Couturier Danielle and Couturier Timothy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$96,662
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2008
Sold by
Us Bank Na
Bought by
Perrin Randy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 2007
Sold by
Arntz Lee M
Bought by
Us Bank Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 2005
Sold by
Brasic Heidi Jo and Decker Heidi J
Bought by
Arntz Lee M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,512
Interest Rate
7.24%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2000
Sold by
Brasic Brasic L L and Brasic H
Bought by
Couturier Danielle Timothy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 1995
Sold by
Brasic Brasic M M and Brasic L
Bought by
Couturier Brasic L and Couturier Danielle Timothy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 1995
Sold by
Kaminski Est and Kaminski Zoppa
Bought by
Couturier Zoppa and Couturier Danielle Timothy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 21, 1995
Sold by
Hubbard Hubbard W W and Hubbard Brasic L
Bought by
Couturier Brasic L and Couturier Danielle Timothy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 10, 1993
Sold by
Zoppa Zoppa L L and Zoppa Hubbard W
Bought by
Couturier Danielle Timothy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 1990
Sold by
Kaminski Est and Kaminski Zoppa L
Bought by
Couturier Danielle Timothy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 1990
Sold by
Kaminski Est and Kaminski Zoppa L
Bought by
Couturier Danielle Timothy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 1985

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 1985

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ford Brad $178,500 Clearstream Title
Brander Aaron $115,000 Sun Title Agency Kwn Llc
Couturier Danielle $100,000 Chicago Title
Us Bank Na $78,141 None Available
Arntz Lee M $90,640 --
Couturier Danielle Timothy -- --
Couturier Brasic L -- --
Couturier Zoppa -- --
Couturier Brasic L $30,000 --
Couturier Danielle Timothy $25,000 --
Couturier Danielle Timothy -- --
Couturier Danielle Timothy $20,700 --
-- -- --
-- $30,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ford Bradley S $158,000
Closed Ford Brad $166,250
Previous Owner Brander Aaron $109,250
Previous Owner Couturier Danielle A $95,075
Previous Owner Couturier Danielle $96,856
Previous Owner Couturier Danielle $96,662
Previous Owner Arntz Lee M $72,512
Closed Arntz Lee M $18,128
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/28/2019 05/28/19 Sold $178,500 +5.1% $133 / Sq Ft
05/04/2019 05/04/19 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2019 05/01/19 For Sale $169,900 +47.7% $126 / Sq Ft
01/23/2015 01/23/15 Sold $115,000 -11.5% $75 / Sq Ft
12/28/2014 12/28/14 Pending -- -- --
10/31/2014 10/31/14 For Sale $129,900 -- $84 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $2,468 $107,100 $0 $0
2023 $2,504 $93,700 $0 $0
2022 $2,377 $86,800 $0 $0
2021 $2,324 $76,700 $0 $0
2020 $2,222 $67,400 $0 $0
2019 $1,770 $62,600 $0 $0
2018 $1,710 $58,400 $0 $0
2017 $1,664 $47,700 $0 $0
2016 $1,684 $40,000 $0 $0
2015 $1,170 $40,000 $0 $0
2013 -- $37,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • E

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Elizabeth Brander

    Green Square Properties LLC

  • Scott West

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Scott West

    Green Square Properties LLC

    (616) 550-4016

    285 Total Sales

    Scott West
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  • Jason Schuringa

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Jason Schuringa

    Five Star Real Estate (M6)

    (616) 916-9726

    190 Total Sales

    Jason Schuringa
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  • Edward Hansen

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Edward Hansen

    Keller Williams GR North

    (616) 291-7178

    150 Total Sales

    Edward Hansen
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  • Scott Bradford

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Scott Bradford

    RE/MAX Michigan

    (616) 551-9735

    183 Total Sales

    Scott Bradford
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 19017918

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-13-26-405-003

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49504 John Ball Park

1148 Watson St SW, Grand Rapids, MI

Homes for Sale in Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 1148 Watson St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 since 01 May 2019 and is currently estimated at $275,135, approximately $204 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 1148 Watson St SW is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Shawmut Hills School, Westwood Middle School, and Union High School.

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