NOT LISTED FOR SALE

120 Bittersweet Ln NE Ada, MI 49301

Forest Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $902,000 - $1,068,149

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
5,170 Sq Ft
$196/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 13, 2020

Last sale price $620,000 $120 Per Sq Ft

Est. 64% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,452/month

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • 4.52 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Knapp Forest Elementary School Rated A
  • Fruit Trees
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of July 2020

Welcome to this retreat-like setting on 4.5 acres.This landscape has it all, beautifully manicured green space, rolling, wooded terrain, not to mention the luxury of an in-ground pool (w/new energy efficient variable speed pump & bromine tank) terraced shrubbery, fruit trees & gorgeous deck for entertaining. Take video tour inside & out to see the attention to detail throughout this 4bedrm/3.5 bath home, that offers over 5000 sq. ft. of living.Current owners have taken the last 2 years, since they purchased, to make substantial upgrades to an already fabulous home. As you enter, the modernized staircase w/solid oak & steel rails will grab your attention.All flooring updated w/fabulous porcelain tile in the kitchen, wood flooring in upper bedrms &high end carpet throughout. Kitchen is a chef's dream Complete w/Traulsen commercial frig/freezer, Wolf cooktop, 2 double stack dishwashers, endless countertops for prep, plus huge walk-in pantry. MB completely redone offering stunning walk-in shower w/custom tile, heated floor &towel rack.Upgrades to 2 other fulls baths.2story stone fireplace.Too many upgrades to list.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donna Anders

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main) License #6501233200 Listed on: 05/27/2020

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)

Co-Listed By

Norrine Long

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Bartholomew

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH) License #6501360176

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,023

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 4.52 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Shrub
  • Terraced Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Fruit Trees
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 5,170 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Built-In Desk
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Mud Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Snack Bar or Counter
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Humidifier
  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic System
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,023

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1988
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Contemporary: Yes
  • Security Features:Security System: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built in Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Garage Door Opener, Humidifier, Wet Bar, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 5170.0
  • Window Features: Screens, Window Treatments
  • Kitchen Features:Eating Area: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Center Island: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Mud Room Access: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Snack Bar: Yes
  • Fireplace:Wood Burning: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Desk Built-In: Yes
  • Appliances:Cook Top: Yes
  • Appliances:Water Softener-Owned: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • List Price: 685000.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Rolling Hills
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Pool:In Ground: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 3.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 4.52
  • Lot Size Area: 4.52
  • Lot Dimensions: 4.52a
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 196891.0
  • Zoning Description: RES
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 11023.0
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 27, 2020
Closed on
Jul 13, 2020
Sold by
Amrstrong Eric Lawrence and Amrstrong Lisa Ann
Bought by
Hardy Kimberly and Hardy Paul
Seller's Agent
Donna Anders
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
Buyer's Agent
Brian Bartholomew
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
List Price
$685,000
Sold Price
$620,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-9.49%
Total Days on Market
17
Current Estimated Value
$1,014,037

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$394,037
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.56%
Original Mortgage
$496,000
Outstanding Balance
$445,448
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$568,589

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 21, 2016
Closed on
Jan 31, 2018
Sold by
Field John and Field Glenna
Bought by
Armstrong Eric Lawrence and Armstrong Lisa Ann
Seller's Agent
Karol Cooley
Keller Williams GR East
Buyer's Agent
Norrine Long
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$130,000
-19.26%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.40%
Original Mortgage
$335,000
Interest Rate
4.04%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2007
Sold by
Hughes Jeffrey L and Hughes Tinita E
Bought by
Field John and Field Glenna

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$367,600
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2004
Sold by
Peterson N Thomas N and Peterson Roberta E
Bought by
Hughes Jeffrey L and Hughes Tinita E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$424,000
Interest Rate
5.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hardy Kimberly $620,000 Title Resource Group
Armstrong Eric Lawrence $545,000 Grand Rapids Title Co Llc
Field John $459,500 None Available
Hughes Jeffrey L $530,000 Metropolitan Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hardy Paul Andrew $75,000
Closed Hardy Paul A $7,000
Open Hardy Kimberly $496,000
Previous Owner Armstrong Eric Lawrence $335,000
Previous Owner Field Glenna $415,200
Previous Owner Field John $340,000
Previous Owner Field John $347,000
Previous Owner Field John $69,000
Previous Owner Field John $354,000
Previous Owner Field John $68,925
Previous Owner Field John $367,600
Previous Owner Hughes Jeffrey L $424,000
Previous Owner Peterson N Thomas $50,000
Previous Owner Peterson N Thomas $150,000
Closed Hughes Jeffrey L $53,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/13/2020 07/13/20 Sold $620,000 -9.5% $120 / Sq Ft
06/13/2020 06/13/20 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2020 05/27/20 For Sale $685,000 +25.7% $132 / Sq Ft
01/31/2018 01/31/18 Sold $545,000 -19.3% $105 / Sq Ft
10/14/2017 10/14/17 Pending -- -- --
11/21/2016 11/21/16 For Sale $675,000 -- $131 / 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 $9,116 $484,900 $0 $0
2023 $8,716 $455,100 $0 $0
2022 $12,745 $399,100 $0 $0
2021 $12,523 $395,000 $0 $0
2020 $7,614 $370,000 $0 $0
2019 $8,074 $349,800 $0 $0
2018 $8,398 $318,700 $0 $0
2017 $8,371 $314,300 $0 $0
2016 $8,074 $292,100 $0 $0
2015 -- $292,100 $0 $0
2013 -- $271,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20018526

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-15-27-101-032