$950,000
SOLD MAY 2, 2013

1442 Middlebrook Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Forest Hills Neighborhood
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
6,042 Sq Ft
0.6 Acres

Recently Sold

$157 Per Sq Ft

32% Below List Price

166 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront
  • Recreation Room
  • Dining Area
  • Thornapple Elementary School Rated A
  • Fireplace

About This Home

As of August 2023

One of the most spectacular riverfront settings on the Thornapple River. Views overlooking the Camel Back Bridge & the Ada Dam. No bluff, back yard walks to the river. This home was completely rebuilt in 2000 w/costs close to $1M. Extensive trim work throughout home. Views of river from all living areas. Main level features family room w/vaulted ceiling, wood floor and sliders to deck, kitchen w/German made Leicht Cabinetry. Solid cherry office, large rear entry w/storage cabinets. Private master bedroom suite. Additional guest bedroom w/split bath. Lower level offers family room, kitchenette, 2 Bedroom w/shared bath. Extensive multi-tiered decking. Anderson windows, stereo sound throughout, zoned heat, 2 furnaces, 2 air conditioners, 2 hot water heaters, river retaining wall.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Postma

RE/MAX of G.R. Inc. (SE) - I Listed on: 10/31/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

John Postma

RE/MAX Of Grand Rapids License #114085

RE/MAX Of Grand Rapids

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,387

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 0.6 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 6,042 Sq Ft Home
  • Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Walk-Out Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Well
  • Septic System

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Water Sports

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,387

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1979
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Basement: Walk Out
  • LivingArea: 6042.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • List Price: 1150000.0
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Thornapple River
  • Waterfront Features: All Sports
  • Waterfront: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic System
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 350.0
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6
  • Lot Size Area: 0.6
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 26136.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2024
Sold by
Griffioen Olivia Devos
Bought by
Griffioen Grant and Griffioen Olivia Devos
Current Estimated Value
$2,056,996

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2023
Closed on
Aug 28, 2023
Sold by
Barbara M Adam Trust
Bought by
Devos Olivia Q
Seller's Agent
Jeannine Lemmon
Patriot Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kristine Brady
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,075,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$420,000
-16.83%
Views
199

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.89%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 8, 2016
Closed on
Jul 11, 2016
Sold by
Herbruck Heidi H
Bought by
Adama Barbara M
Seller's Agent
John Postma
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
Buyer's Agent
Jeannine Lemmon
Patriot Realty
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,295,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.84%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 31, 2012
Closed on
May 2, 2013
Sold by
Sobong Esther A
Bought by
Heidi H Herbruck Trust
Seller's Agent
John Postma
RE/MAX of G.R. Inc. (SE) - I
Buyer's Agent
John Postma
RE/MAX Of Grand Rapids
List Price
$1,400,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$450,000
-32.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.20%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 2008
Sold by
Sobong Enrico C and Sobong Esther A
Bought by
The Esther A Sobong Trust
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- Sun Title Agency Of Michigan
Warranty Deed $1,295,000 First American Title Ins Co
Warranty Deed $950,000 First American Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2023 08/28/23 Sold $2,075,000 -7.8% $343 / Sq Ft
08/19/2023 08/19/23 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2023 07/10/23 Price Changed $2,250,000 -9.8% $371 / Sq Ft
05/04/2023 05/04/23 For Sale $2,495,000 +92.7% $412 / Sq Ft
07/11/2016 07/11/16 Sold $1,295,000 0.0% $214 / Sq Ft
06/13/2016 06/13/16 Pending -- -- --
06/08/2016 06/08/16 For Sale $1,295,000 +36.3% $214 / Sq Ft
05/02/2013 05/02/13 Sold $950,000 -32.1% $157 / Sq Ft
04/15/2013 04/15/13 Pending -- -- --
10/31/2012 10/31/12 For Sale $1,400,000 -- $232 / 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 $16,387 $912,500 $0 $0
2024 $16,387 $783,100 $0 $0
2023 $28,982 $679,300 $0 $0
2022 $17,149 $612,300 $0 $0
2021 $27,421 $619,900 $0 $0
2020 $16,729 $617,800 $0 $0
2019 $17,124 $585,900 $0 $0
2018 $17,124 $555,800 $0 $0
2017 $17,061 $496,000 $0 $0
2016 $16,055 $514,800 $0 $0
2015 -- $514,800 $0 $0
2013 -- $459,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jeannine Lemmon

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Jeannine Lemmon

    Patriot Realty

    (616) 450-7711

    17 in this area

    240 Total Sales

    Jeannine Lemmon
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  • Ronald Lemmon

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Ronald Lemmon

    Patriot Realty

    (616) 293-0102

    12 in this area

    210 Total Sales

    Ronald Lemmon
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Kristine Brady

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)

    (616) 514-3000

    17 in this area

    51 Total Sales

    Kristine Brady
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  • John Postma

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    John Postma

    RE/MAX Michigan

    (616) 975-5623

    118 in this area

    269 Total Sales

    John Postma
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 12058374

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-19-04-276-002

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49546 Forest Hills

1442 Middlebrook Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 1442 Middlebrook Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 and is currently priced at $950,000, approximately $157 per square foot. This property was built in 1979. 1442 Middlebrook Ave SE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Thornapple Elementary School, Central Woodlands 5/6 School, and Central Middle School.

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