NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1453 Benjamin Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505

North East Citizens Action Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $289,000 - $354,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,145 Sq Ft
$145/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 15, 2015

Last sale price $130,000 $61 Per Sq Ft

Est. 139% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,942/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Garden
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

As of June 2015

Grand Rapids Real Estate. Quiet tree lined street minutes from the Knapp Corners corridor, and the Medical Mile.

This freshly updated home features new paint and carpet. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, Living Room with Fireplace, and kitchen with slider to fabulous deck. Be the one to host this summers gatherings. A finished basement and 2 stall garage complete this lovely home.

Last Listed By

Patricia Caston

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade) License #6501218723 Listed on: 04/17/2015

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,582

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 70x30
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,145 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,582

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1975
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 2145.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Fireplace:Family: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • List Price: 134900.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 70x30
  • Zoning Description: Res
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1582.39
  • Tax Year: 2014

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2019
Sold by
Lindeman Craig
Bought by
Nelson Stephanie
Total Days on Market
16
Current Estimated Value
$310,715

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$121,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2015
Closed on
Jun 15, 2015
Sold by
Apolinar Ashley S and Apolinar Bridget
Bought by
Nelson Stephanie and Lindeman Craig
Seller's Agent
Patricia Caston
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)
Buyer's Agent
Luke Bouman
@HomeRealty Holland
List Price
$143,900
Sold Price
$130,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,900
-9.66%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.18%
Original Mortgage
$127,645
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 1997
Sold by
Pettigrew Pettigrew J J and Pettigrew Kimble T
Bought by
Kimble Tadd C and Apolinar Ashley S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 1991
Sold by
Pttgrw Pttgrw N N and Pttgrw J
Bought by
Apolinar Ashley S

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
Nelson Stephanie -- None Available
Nelson Stephanie $130,000 First American Title Ins Co
Kimble Tadd C $88,500 --
Apolinar Ashley S -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Nelson Stephanie $118,000
Closed Nelson Stephanie $121,000
Previous Owner Nelson Stephanie $127,645
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/15/2015 06/15/15 Sold $130,000 -9.7% $61 / Sq Ft
05/03/2015 05/03/15 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2015 04/17/15 For Sale $143,900 -- $67 / 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
2024 $2,625 $122,600 $0 $0
2023 $2,664 $105,500 $0 $0
2022 $2,529 $91,100 $0 $0
2021 $2,426 $84,200 $0 $0
2020 $2,320 $78,800 $0 $0
2019 $2,138 $70,500 $0 $0
2018 $2,065 $64,000 $0 $0
2017 $2,010 $57,600 $0 $0
2016 $2,034 $51,600 $0 $0
2015 $1,623 $51,600 $0 $0
2013 -- $49,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Patricia Caston

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Patricia Caston

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)

    (616) 745-9417

    1 in this area

    76 Total Sales

    Patricia Caston
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  • Luke Bouman

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Luke Bouman

    @HomeRealty Holland

    (616) 502-8897

    542 Total Sales

    Luke Bouman
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 15017426

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-17-401-011

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49505 North East Citizens Action

1453 Benjamin Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI

Homes for Sale in Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 1453 Benjamin Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 since 17 April 2015 and is currently estimated at $310,715, approximately $144 per square foot. This property was built in 1975. 1453 Benjamin Ave NE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Kent Hills School, Riverside Middle School, and Union High School.

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