Rachel Mabie
Bellabay Realty LLC
(269) 430-2876
256 Total Sales
1 in Creston
$380,000 Price
1253 Emerald Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Creston NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $271,427
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,285
Sq Ft
$211/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- No HOA
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Replacement Windows
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of April 2026Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath property located on the desirable NE side of Grand Rapids. The main floor features beautiful hardwood floors, an updated full bathroom, two comfortable bedrooms, and a bright kitchen with a cozy eating area--perfect for everyday living. Upstairs, you'll find a generously sized third bedroom large enough to accommodate a king-size bed, offering flexibility for a primary suite, guest room, or home office. This home has been thoughtfully updated with a new water softener, newer furnace, new hot water heater, new insulation, dishwasher, new refrigerator, and a new fence--giving you peace of mind and added value. Move-in ready and full of charm, this NE side gem is one you won't want to miss!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Greenridge Realty (Greenvl) License #6506048596 Listed on: 03/05/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,528
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 5,009 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x100
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,285 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Replacement Windows
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Connected
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 5, 2026
Closed on
Apr 1, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Charles Mahar Jr.
Greenridge Realty (Greenvl)
Buyer's Agent
Abby Cribbs
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
List Price
$269,000
Sold Price
$276,500
Premium/Discount to List
$7,500
2.79%
Views
26
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
-$5,073
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.30%
Original Mortgage
$268,205
Outstanding Balance
$267,400
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$4,027
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 5, 2021
Closed on
Aug 30, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Christopher Linda
Keller Williams GR East
Buyer's Agent
Kyle Kimble
MOXIE Real Estate + Development
List Price
$189,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-7.85%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.48%
Original Mortgage
$169,750
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 5, 2021
Closed on
Aug 28, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Christopher Linda
Keller Williams GR East
Buyer's Agent
Kyle Kimble
MOXIE Real Estate + Development
List Price
$189,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-7.85%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$169,750
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 25, 2019
Closed on
Nov 8, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Nicholas Schweihofer
Keller Williams Lakeshore
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Linda
Ascent Real Estate Group
List Price
$134,900
Sold Price
$140,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
3.78%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.12%
Original Mortgage
$137,464
Interest Rate
3.98%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 25, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$71,677
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 22, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$83,900
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 17, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Creston, MI
-
Rachel Mabie
-
Jason Carpenter
Jason Carpenter
Keller Williams GR East
(269) 397-4287
217 Total Sales
10 in Creston
$122K - $319K Price Range
-
Sarah DeRooy
Sarah DeRooy
City2Shore Real Estate (GR)
(616) 816-4654
74 Total Sales
4 in Creston
$126K - $360K Price Range
-
Maria Kauffman
Maria Kauffman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
(269) 397-4093
107 Total Sales
17 in Creston
$192K - $512K Price Range
-
Angela Worth
Angela Worth
Bellabay Realty (North)
(616) 219-2655
190 Total Sales
3 in Creston
$330K - $564K Price Range
-
Jamie Rodriguez
Jamie Rodriguez
Five Star Real Estate (Main)
(616) 980-4985
359 Total Sales
8 in Creston
$240K - $330K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $276,500 | Chicago Title | ||
| $175,000 | Lighthouse Title Agency | ||
| $175,000 | Lighthouse Title Agency | ||
| $140,000 | Chicago Title Of Mi Inc | ||
| $80,000 | Clearstream Title | ||
| $104,900 | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $268,205 | ||
| Previous Owner | $62,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $169,750 | ||
| Previous Owner | $137,464 | ||
| Previous Owner | $71,677 | ||
| Previous Owner | $83,900 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01/2026 04/01/26 | Sold | $276,500 | +2.8% | $215 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/09/2026 03/09/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/05/2026 03/05/26 | For Sale | $269,000 | +53.7% | $209 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/30/2021 08/30/21 | Sold | $175,000 | -7.8% | $178 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/08/2021 08/08/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/05/2021 08/05/21 | For Sale | $189,900 | +35.6% | $193 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/08/2019 11/08/19 | Sold | $140,000 | +3.8% | $142 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/28/2019 09/28/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/25/2019 09/25/19 | For Sale | $134,900 | -- | $137 / Sq Ft |
Source: MichRIC
Tax History
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| 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 | $2,380 | $98,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $23 | $89,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,359 | $77,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,433 | $66,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,962 | $61,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,910 | $56,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,451 | $50,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,401 | $46,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,364 | $39,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,381 | $36,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,143 | $36,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $33,600 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Charles Mahar Jr.
Seller's Agent in 2026
Charles Mahar Jr.
Greenridge Realty (Greenvl)
(616) 205-6435
1 in this area
92 Total Sales
-
Abby Cribbs
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Abby Cribbs
RE/MAX Michigan
(231) 313-4420
9 in this area
106 Total Sales
-
C
Seller's Agent in 2021
Christopher Linda
Keller Williams GR East
-
Kyle Kimble
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Kyle Kimble
MOXIE Real Estate + Development
(616) 890-7794
1 in this area
81 Total Sales
-
Nicholas Schweihofer
Seller's Agent in 2019
Nicholas Schweihofer
Keller Williams Lakeshore
(616) 566-4619
3 in this area
157 Total Sales
Map
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 26008203
APN: 41-14-17-352-047
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