NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1307 Benjamin Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506

South East End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $254,000 - $320,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,486 Sq Ft
$197/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 24, 2021

Last sale price $185,000 $124 Per Sq Ft

Est. 58% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,860/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Storm Windows
  • Deck
  • Porch
  • Garden Windows

About This Home

As of November 2021

Welcome to this historic home, custom built in 1929. The sellers are the second family to live here for over 40 years. When you enter this home thru the covered porch you will see old carpet that has the original hardwood floors underneath. Nice size living room, a den, kitchen and a small 1/4 bath that overlooks a deck. Nice garden window in the kitchen. Stairs lead down to a full basement, perfect for storage. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms and a full bath. Per seller, the floor are cherrywood. The yard is spacious enough for your enjoyment. Yes, this home is waiting for a facelift, but would be fabulous when completed.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

June Bergsma

Greenridge Realty (Kentwood) Listed on: 10/20/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Nonmember Agent

Non Member

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,570

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 6,229 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x125
  • Shrub
  • Property is zoned R1, R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,486 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Garden Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,570

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Colonial
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1929
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 50x125
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1486.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1570.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: R1
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: No
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central 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
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Windows:Screens: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Utilities Attached:Telephone Line: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Water Heater:Natural Gas4: Yes
  • Additional Items:Home Warranty: Yes
  • Windows:Storms: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1486.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Colonial: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible M Flr Half Bath, Covered Entrance
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1486.0
  • Window Features: Storms, Screens, Garden Window(s)
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 700.0
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Garden Window: Yes
  • Accessibility Feat:Accessible M Flr Half Bath: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • List Price: 200000.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch(es)
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Area: 0.14
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x125
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6229.0
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1570.0
  • Tax Year: 2021

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 20, 2021
Closed on
Nov 24, 2021
Sold by
Cook Patrick M and Cook Valorie A
Bought by
Poortenga Daniel J
Seller's Agent
June Bergsma
Greenridge Realty (Kentwood)
Buyer's Agent
Nonmember Agent
Non Member
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-17.78%
Current Estimated Value
$292,684

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$107,684
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.21%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 1983
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
Poortenga Daniel J $185,000 Chicago Title
-- $36,900 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/24/2021 11/24/21 Sold $185,000 -17.8% $124 / Sq Ft
10/28/2021 10/28/21 Pending -- -- --
10/20/2021 10/20/21 For Sale $225,000 -- $151 / 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 $3,709 $151,400 $0 $0
2024 $3,709 $141,700 $0 $0
2023 $3,763 $121,700 $0 $0
2022 $3,452 $106,100 $0 $0
2021 $1,535 $95,100 $0 $0
2020 $1,467 $87,800 $0 $0
2019 $1,537 $78,100 $0 $0
2018 $1,484 $65,300 $0 $0
2017 $1,445 $56,800 $0 $0
2016 $1,462 $52,200 $0 $0
2015 $1,360 $52,200 $0 $0
2013 -- $49,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    June Bergsma

    Greenridge Realty (Kentwood)

    (616) 437-4119

    1 in this area

    14 Total Sales

    June Bergsma
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  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Nonmember Agent

    Non Member

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 21111633

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-18-05-206-013

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49506 South East End

1307 Benjamin Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 1307 Benjamin Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 since 20 October 2021 and is currently estimated at $292,684, approximately $196 per square foot. This property was built in 1929. 1307 Benjamin Ave SE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Mulick Park Elementary School, Alger Middle School, and Ottawa Hills High School.

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