137 Benjamin Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Fulton Heights Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,462
Sq Ft
4,312
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Porch
- Traditional Architecture
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- 1-minute walk to Hillcrest Park
About This Home
As of December 2021This beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath home in walkable Fulton Heights is in exceptional condition! Full of character and situated on a very nice block near Hillcrest Park, this house is neat as a pin. One main floor bedroom or office has it's own bath, and its own entry from the large back deck (a deck with some impressive treetop views). The large kitchen is light and bright with lots of storage and newer appliances. The beautiful wood trim and wood floors absolutely flow throughout the home and right up the stairs. The two large upstairs bedrooms boast walk in closets (2 in the owners suite). New roof (completely re-decked and w/ a warranty), newer windows, and a freshly painted garage w/ new door. Move in ready. Classic front porch. OFFERS RECEIVED. HIGHEST AND BEST BY 9PM 10/2/2020,
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,175
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 4,312 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,462 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 17, 2021
Closed on
Feb 10, 2022
Sold by
Florenzo and Leslie
Bought by
Florenzo Vito Florenzo Les and Fiorenzo Carla
Seller's Agent
Peter Bruinsma
Grand River Realty
Buyer's Agent
Vanessa Bolt
Five Star Real Estate (Eastown)
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
$45,000
16.36%
Total Days on Market
3
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
$51,163
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.02%
Original Mortgage
$248,000
Interest Rate
3.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 17, 2021
Closed on
Dec 23, 2021
Sold by
Grace and Nolan
Bought by
Fiorenzo Vito and Fiorenzo Leslie
Seller's Agent
Peter Bruinsma
Grand River Realty
Buyer's Agent
Vanessa Bolt
Five Star Real Estate (Eastown)
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
$45,000
16.36%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$248,000
Interest Rate
3.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 30, 2020
Closed on
Nov 2, 2020
Sold by
Sytsma Jonathan and Sytsma Kristy
Bought by
Grace Ashlee and Grace Nolan
Seller's Agent
Tyler VanWingen
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
Buyer's Agent
Peter Bruinsma
Grand River Realty
List Price
$209,900
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,100
9.58%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
33.60%
Original Mortgage
$184,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 28, 2010
Sold by
Sytsmas Rionald and Sytsma Arlene
Bought by
Sytsman Jonathan and Sytsma Kristy
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$86,100
Interest Rate
5.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 3, 2004
Sold by
Leedy Stephen W and Leedy Angela
Bought by
Sytsma Ronald and Sytsma Jonathan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,000
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 29, 1999
Sold by
Tomko Tomko M M and Tomko Leedy S
Bought by
Leedy Leedy S and Leedy A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 28, 1993
Sold by
Faasse Faasse D D and Faasse Tomko M
Bought by
Sytsma Jonathan Kristy
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $320,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $230,000 | Chicago Title Of Mi Inc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Stewart Title Guaranty Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $110,000 | Lighthouse Title Inc | |
| Warranty Deed | $89,900 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $60,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $248,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $184,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $94,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $85,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $86,100 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $88,000 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $89,400 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2021 12/23/21 | Sold | $320,000 | +16.4% | $219 / Sq Ft |
| 11/22/2021 11/22/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/17/2021 11/17/21 | For Sale | $275,000 | +19.6% | $188 / Sq Ft |
| 11/02/2020 11/02/20 | Sold | $230,000 | +9.6% | $157 / Sq Ft |
| 10/03/2020 10/03/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/30/2020 09/30/20 | For Sale | $209,900 | -- | $144 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,615 | $141,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $5,641 | $110,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $5,362 | $103,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,408 | $100,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,077 | $92,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,100 | $88,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,100 | $72,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,045 | $68,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,069 | $62,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,925 | $62,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $56,600 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Peter Bruinsma
Seller's Agent in 2021
Peter Bruinsma
Grand River Realty
5 in this area
192 Total Sales
-
Vanessa Bolt
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Vanessa Bolt
Five Star Real Estate (Eastown)
(616) 322-1850
2 in this area
36 Total Sales
-
Tyler VanWingen
Seller's Agent in 2020
Tyler VanWingen
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
(616) 430-5104
25 in this area
78 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 20040853
APN: 41-14-29-252-012
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