NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1217 Watson St SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504

John Ball Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $278,428 - $309,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,959 Sq Ft
$153/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 14, 2020

Last sale price $191,900 $98 Per Sq Ft

Est. 56% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,863/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Porch
  • Storm Windows
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Bay Window

About This Home

As of January 2020

BACK ON THE MARKET BUYERS FINANCING FELL APART!! Awesome classic two-story family home on a just refinished quiet street, right by John Ball Park. The Home starts with an old style ''socializing'' front porch and continues the warmth inside with all the natural woodwork throughout the home and the brightness provided by many windows. The main floor offers a spacious living room, open to dining area, a den, a bathroom and a newly redone kitchen. Upstairs you will find three good size bedrooms and a bath. The lower level is finished with an additional family room plus an office as well as a good amount of storage. The home also features a newer roof, siding, furnace and much more! Come see this west side home filled with charm and character!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Denise Maghielse

Real Estate with Maghielse &Co Listed on: 12/19/2019

Co-Listed By

Darcy DiCesare

Real Estate with Maghielse &Co

Last Buyer's Agent

Chris Petter

Revive Realty License #6504395407

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,280

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40 x 132
  • Shrub
  • Garden

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,959 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Bay Window
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Snack Bar or Counter
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,280

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1922
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 40 x 132
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1959.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1280.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: Residential
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: No
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Landscape:ShrubsHedges: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Electric: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Natural Gas2: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Cable2: Yes
  • Windows:Screens: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Heat Type:Hot Water: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Additional Items:Window Treatments: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Windows:BayBow: Yes
  • Landscape:Garden Area: Yes
  • Windows:Storms: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1447.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: No
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Laminate Floor: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Laminate, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1959.0
  • Window Features: Storms, Screens, Bay/Bow, Window Treatments
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Kitchen Features:Eating Area: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Snack Bar: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 184900.0
  • Patio and Porch Features: Porch(es)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Material:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Area: 0.12
  • Lot Dimensions: 40 x 132
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5227.0
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1280.0
  • Tax Year: 2019

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 16, 2022
Sold by
Jaclyn Dykstra
Bought by
Dykstra Nathan and Dykstra Jaclyn
Current Estimated Value
$299,107

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 19, 2019
Closed on
Jan 14, 2020
Sold by
Skelley Paul J and Skelley Jill K
Bought by
Garlinghouse Jaclyn
Seller's Agent
Denise Maghielse
Real Estate with Maghielse &Co
Buyer's Agent
Chris Petter
Revive Realty
List Price
$184,900
Sold Price
$191,900
Premium/Discount to List
$7,000
3.79%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.22%
Original Mortgage
$186,143
Interest Rate
3.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 1989

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 1987
Bought by
Skelley Paul J Jill K

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 1984
Bought by
Skelley Paul J Jill K
Source: Public Records

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
Dykstra Nathan -- None Listed On Document
Garlinghouse Jaclyn $191,900 Chicago Title Of Mi Inc
-- $56,000 --
Skelley Paul J Jill K $44,000 --
Skelley Paul J Jill K $41,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Garlinghouse Jaclyn $183,500
Previous Owner Garlinghouse Jaclyn $186,143
Previous Owner Skelley Paul J $97,000
Previous Owner Skelley Paul J $93,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/14/2020 01/14/20 Sold $191,900 +3.8% $98 / Sq Ft
12/20/2019 12/20/19 Pending -- -- --
12/19/2019 12/19/19 For Sale $184,900 -- $94 / 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
2025 $2,799 $122,400 $0 $0
2024 $2,799 $108,400 $0 $0
2023 $2,840 $94,700 $0 $0
2022 $2,696 $87,700 $0 $0
2021 $2,636 $77,500 $0 $0
2020 $1,221 $61,700 $0 $0
2019 $1,235 $58,000 $0 $0
2018 $1,235 $54,700 $0 $0
2017 $1,202 $44,900 $0 $0
2016 $1,217 $38,600 $0 $0
2015 $1,132 $38,600 $0 $0
2013 -- $35,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Denise Maghielse

    Real Estate with Maghielse &Co

    (616) 977-7790

    257 Total Sales

    Denise Maghielse
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Darcy DiCesare

    Real Estate with Maghielse &Co

    (616) 901-1281

    141 Total Sales

    Darcy DiCesare
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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Chris Petter

    Revive Realty

    (616) 366-2023

    13 Total Sales

    Chris Petter
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 19050263

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-13-26-327-015

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49504 John Ball Park

1217 Watson St SW, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 1217 Watson St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 since 19 December 2019 and is currently estimated at $299,107, approximately $152 per square foot. This property was built in 1922. 1217 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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