Seller's Agent in 2018
Ken Grashuis
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
(616) 974-6770
56 in this area
184 Total Sales
1186 Forest Hill Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Forest Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $371,316 - $437,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,296
Sq Ft
$171/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Recreation Room
- Corner Lot: Yes
- Meadow Brook Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Breakfast Area or Nook
About This Home
As of February 2018Charming and recently updated, all brick home in a fantastic close-in location near the village of Forest Hills. Enjoy easy access to schools, shopping, and dining. Recent updates include new paint inside and out, new carpet, refinished hardwood floors, and new stainless steel kitchen appliances. Features: spacious open floor plan with large scale rooms including main level living room/dining room with hardwoods, huge update kitchen with ceramic flooring, charming family room with fireplace, sun room with ceramic floor and vaulted ceiling, enormous master bedroom and guest room both with beautiful hardwoods, and adjacent tiled bath. Finished lower level includes additional family room, bedroom with new egress window and another full bath. Exterior features include huge private site with wooded backdrop, fully fenced yard with huge deck for entertaining.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Greenridge Realty (EGR) License #6501185090 Listed on: 09/23/2017
Last Buyer's Agent
Jayne Denny
Century 21 Pearson-Cook (E)-I
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,200
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- 0.38 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 120 x 135
- Shrub
- Corner Lot: Yes
- Level Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- 1 Bedroom in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 23, 2017
Closed on
Feb 15, 2018
Sold by
Mcdonald Betty L and Mcdonald James Edward
Bought by
Phillips Nicholas R
Seller's Agent
Ken Grashuis
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
Buyer's Agent
Jayne Denny
Century 21 Pearson-Cook (E)-I
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$235,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-5.96%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$158,579
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.96%
Original Mortgage
$230,743
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 31, 2012
Sold by
Mcdonald Betty L
Bought by
Mcdonald Betty L and Mcdonald James Edward
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 18, 2007
Sold by
Finkelstein Raleigh J
Bought by
Mcdonald Betty L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 2004
Sold by
Timmer Stephen J
Bought by
Mcdonald Betty and Mcdonald James Edward
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$105,500
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 1997
Sold by
Edwards Mark A
Bought by
Timmer Stephen J and Mcdonald Betty L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 3, 1992
Bought by
Edwards Mark A and Mcdonald Betty L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 1990
Bought by
Edwards Mark A and Mcdonald Betty L
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phillips Nicholas R | $235,000 | Chicago Title Of Michigan In | |
| Mcdonald Betty L | -- | None Available | |
| Mcdonald Betty L | -- | None Available | |
| Mcdonald Betty | $183,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Timmer Stephen J | $94,000 | -- | |
| Edwards Mark A | $83,500 | -- | |
| Edwards Mark A | $79,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Phillips Nicholas R | $16,000 | |
| Open | Phillips Nicholas R | $228,000 | |
| Closed | Phillips Nicholas R | $230,743 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcdonald Betty | $105,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/15/2018 02/15/18 | Sold | $235,000 | -6.0% | $102 / Sq Ft |
| 12/19/2017 12/19/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/23/2017 09/23/17 | For Sale | $249,900 | -- | $109 / 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 | $2,394 | $165,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,394 | $149,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,289 | $134,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,052 | $115,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,978 | $111,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,137 | $105,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,960 | $98,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,141 | $93,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,070 | $83,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,989 | $79,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $79,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $73,300 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Ken Grashuis
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J
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Jayne Denny
Century 21 Pearson-Cook (E)-I
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 17048430
APN: 41-14-36-481-007
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