Seller's Agent in 2018
Amy Meringa
RKM Realty LLC
(616) 437-3902
2 in this area
55 Total Sales
1235 Orville St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507
South East End NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $266,000 - $291,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,714
Sq Ft
$163/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Wooded Lot
- Porch
- Recreation Room
- Traditional Architecture
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of May 2018If you've dreamed of owning your own castle on a hill, here is your chance! This sprawling home overlooks the neighborhood. New carpet, refinished wood floors and fresh paint make this home move in ready. Large family room with fireplace, large open kitchen layout with dining area. Enjoy the huge master bedroom in the rear with fireplace, sitting area and sliders to the backyard. Upstairs you'll find 2 cozy bedrooms with a bonus ''flex room'' that would make a perfect playroom or office area, or could be used as a 4th bedroom. Brand new high efficiency furnace = peace of mind for you! Off street parking in the rear of home. This is a lot of house for the money, don't miss it! Seller is licensed Broker in the state of Michigan.
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade) License #6501328964
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,931
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- Unpaved Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,714 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
- Basement
- Michigan Basement
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 12, 2018
Closed on
May 25, 2018
Sold by
Vision Properties Of Greater Grand Rapid
Bought by
Sparks Kyle James and Sparks Megan Rae
Seller's Agent
Amy Meringa
RKM Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Cynthia Minnema
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)
List Price
$134,900
Sold Price
$132,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-2.15%
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
$146,568
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.79%
Original Mortgage
$128,040
Outstanding Balance
$110,718
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$167,850
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 2018
Sold by
Scheltema David A and Scheltema Jodi L
Bought by
Vision Proeprties Of Greater Grand Rapid
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 31, 2009
Sold by
Scheltema David A
Bought by
Scheltema David A and Scheltema Jodi L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$63,750
Interest Rate
4.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 3, 2009
Sold by
Jde & Associates
Bought by
Scheltema David
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$63,750
Interest Rate
4.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 11, 2009
Sold by
Carter Shelby J and Carter Paul Smith
Bought by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 13, 2005
Sold by
Carter Paul Smith and Carter Shelby J
Bought by
The Paul & Shelby J Carter Living Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,600
Interest Rate
6.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 10, 2005
Sold by
Carter Paul Smith and Carter Shelby J
Bought by
Carter Paul Smith and Carter Shelby J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,600
Interest Rate
6.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 1997
Sold by
Crtr Crtr P P
Bought by
Scheltema David A Jodi L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 1991
Sold by
Dunham Dunham A A and Dunham Carter P
Bought by
Scheltema David A Jodi L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 1990
Sold by
Seabolt Seabolt B B and Seabolt Dunham A
Bought by
Scheltema David A Jodi L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 25, 1990
Sold by
Hemmes Hemmes N N and Hemmes Seabolt B
Bought by
Scheltema David A Jodi L
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sparks Kyle James | $132,000 | None Available | |
| Vision Proeprties Of Greater Grand Rapid | -- | None Available | |
| Scheltema David A | -- | Dba Group Title Agency Svcs | |
| Scheltema David | $37,000 | None Available | |
| Deutsche Bank National Trust Company | $32,000 | None Available | |
| The Paul & Shelby J Carter Living Trust | -- | -- | |
| Carter Paul Smith | -- | -- | |
| Scheltema David A Jodi L | -- | -- | |
| Scheltema David A Jodi L | $100 | -- | |
| Scheltema David A Jodi L | $100 | -- | |
| Scheltema David A Jodi L | $13,400 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sparks Kyle James | $128,040 | |
| Previous Owner | Scheltema David A | $75,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Scheltema David A | $63,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Carter Paul Smith | $97,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Carter Paul Smith | $56,830 | |
| Closed | Carter Paul Smith | $24,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/25/2018 05/25/18 | Sold | $132,000 | -2.1% | $77 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2018 04/21/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/12/2018 04/12/18 | For Sale | $134,900 | -- | $79 / 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 | $2,451 | $128,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,451 | $108,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,487 | $101,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,361 | $91,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,309 | $77,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,207 | $72,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,312 | $65,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,300 | $50,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,931 | $43,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,941 | $39,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,849 | $39,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $35,400 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Amy Meringa
-
Bob Meringa
B
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Bob Meringa
RKM Realty LLC
(616) 437-0538
2 in this area
13 Total Sales
-
Cynthia Minnema
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Cynthia Minnema
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)
(616) 915-3412
1 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
B
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Brice Bossardet
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 18010775
APN: 41-18-05-406-030
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