Seller's Agent in 2024
Jeannine Lemmon
Patriot Realty
(616) 450-7711
247 Total Sales
1516 E Gardner Ave Newaygo, MI 49337
Estimated Value: $705,000 - $897,390
8
Beds
3.5
Baths
5,180
Sq Ft
$153/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Private Waterfront
- Deck
- Wooded Lot
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Recreation Room
- Traditional Architecture
About This Home
As of May 2024Welcome to River Ridge, a fabulous riverfront property in Newaygo County, just 45 minutes from Grand Rapids! Whether you are looking for your next home, recreational getaway, or dreaming of owning a vacation rental or fishing lodge, River Ridge fits the bill! Start with a 7+ acre secluded parcel with 375' of Muskegon River frontage along one of the most desirable stretches of the river, 2 miles upstream from Newaygo. Add a spacious 4-5 bedroom log home with over 3,000 sq. ft of living space PLUS a 3-bedroom 1,300 sq. ft. apartment above the 3-stall garage, and the opportunities are endless. The main house features welcoming front porch, a great room with 2-story ceilings and dramatic stone fireplace; large updated kitchen with loads of cabinets, stainless appliances, granite counters and and island plus eating area, 2 rooms that can flex as office, dining room, or bedrooms plus half bath and mud room. New carpet in the great room and main floor bedroom. Up is a large primary ensuite bedroom with walk-in closet and updated bath with convenient laundry, 2 additional bedrooms, full bath and loft. Downstairs is a recreational area and more living/sleeping quarters with daylight window and ample storage. Outside you'll enjoy the extensive backyard decking and wooded views. The 3-bedroom apartment above the garage has a separate entrance, kitchen, living room, full bath plus laundry, deck, and HVAC so guests are fully independent of the main house. Fresh paint thoughout the apartment plus new carpet on the stairs and in the three bedrooms. Head down the stairs to the river and take in the views from the charming riverside gazebo or cast your line into the mighty Muskegon to enjoy world-class fishing. This property includes a 40X60 2,400 sq.ft. pole barn, with 2 garage doors, the largest of which is 14 feet tall and 12 feet wide to fit any size RV or vehicle, plus an outdoor wood-burner to lower home heating costs, whole house generator, plus storage shed. Private wooded setting that feels miles away but is only 5 minutes to downtown Newaygo for shopping, dining, and more. Countless year-round recreational amenities surround River Ridge, including the Manistee National Forest, all-sports lakes including 1,380-acre Croton Pond, the 34+ mile Dragon Trail, and more.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Patriot Realty License #6506039029 Listed on: 04/25/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,961
Year Built
- Built in 2001
Lot Details
- 7.37 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 370x880
- Private Waterfront
- 375 Feet of Waterfront
- The property's road front is unimproved
- Cul-De-Sac
- Shrub
- Wooded Lot
- Property is zoned RTO, RTO
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Gravel Driveway
- Additional Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Log Siding
Interior Spaces
- 5,180 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Window Screens
- Mud Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Snack Bar or Counter
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 8 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Maid or Guest Quarters
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Laundry in Bathroom
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Natural lighting in basement
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Deck
- Pole Barn
- Gazebo
- Shed
- Storage Shed
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Outdoor Furnace
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Heating System Uses Wood
- Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
- Generator Hookup
- Power Generator
- Well
- Propane Water Heater
- Water Softener is Owned
- Septic System
- High Speed Internet
Community Details
Overview
- Property is near a ravine
Recreation
- Recreational Area
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 15, 2018
Closed on
Nov 2, 2018
Sold by
Aitchison Robert B and Aitchison Robin L
Bought by
Bickmann Albert and Bickmann Ann
Seller's Agent
Jeannette Palmerton
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Fremont
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Drasiewski
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors
List Price
$398,000
Sold Price
$360,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$38,000
-9.55%
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
$433,098
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.28%
Original Mortgage
$210,000
Outstanding Balance
$183,145
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$609,953
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bickmann Albert | $360,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Bickmann Albert | $210,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Aitchison Robert | $215,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/24/2024 05/24/24 | Sold | $750,000 | +7.2% | $145 / Sq Ft |
| 04/30/2024 04/30/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/25/2024 04/25/24 | For Sale | $699,900 | +21.7% | $135 / Sq Ft |
| 08/26/2021 08/26/21 | Sold | $575,000 | 0.0% | $137 / Sq Ft |
| 07/24/2021 07/24/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/21/2021 07/21/21 | For Sale | $575,000 | +59.7% | $137 / Sq Ft |
| 11/05/2018 11/05/18 | Sold | $360,000 | -9.5% | $69 / Sq Ft |
| 09/28/2018 09/28/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/15/2018 05/15/18 | For Sale | $398,000 | -- | $77 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,500 | $426,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $54 | $384,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $11,037 | $339,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $14,106 | $308,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $5,767 | $257,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $5,829 | $202,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $8,076 | $273,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $5,590 | $224,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $5,420 | $201,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $5,356 | $166,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $162,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $165,500 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jeannine Lemmon
-
Ronald Lemmon
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Ronald Lemmon
Patriot Realty
(616) 293-0102
217 Total Sales
-
Sara Lewis
S
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Sara Lewis
Century 21 Affiliated (GR)
(610) 996-0808
97 Total Sales
-
Ken Ames
Seller's Agent in 2021
Ken Ames
Kidd & Leavy Real Estate Co. LLC
(231) 838-7909
74 Total Sales
-
Jeannette Palmerton
Seller's Agent in 2018
Jeannette Palmerton
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Fremont
(231) 519-0923
102 Total Sales
-
Andrew Drasiewski
A
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Andrew Drasiewski
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors
(616) 446-7048
35 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 24019848
APN: 19-20-200-011
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