1517 Forrest Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Creston NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $217,000 - $249,150
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,372
Sq Ft
$169/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Screened Porch
- 5-minute walk to Sweet Street Park
- Traditional Architecture
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of November 2022Landscaping with herbs, flowers & Michigan native plants. Good neighbors! Some even grew up on this street. Reverse osmosis water filter. Beautiful original wood trim, doors and banister. Large yard with
beautiful mature trees.Walk to Gaia cafe for their delicious chai and cookies.Walk to Creston Brewery for a pint. Events and neighborhood festivals. Many outdoor spaces to enjoy with this home; back deck, side screened-in porch, front porch and balcony off master bedroom. Quiet street.
Walking distance to Frosty Boy & nearby grocery store. Restored and updated with an eye for honoring the history and character of the home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
EXP Realty (Grand Rapids) License #6506048115 Listed on: 10/10/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,100
Year Built
- Built in 1890
Lot Details
- 6,316 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 60x105
- Shrub
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,372 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Screened Porch
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Range
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 10, 2022
Closed on
Nov 29, 2022
Sold by
Martin Emily
Bought by
Jaquays Lauren A
Seller's Agent
William 'Duke' Gray
EXP Realty (Grand Rapids)
Buyer's Agent
Don Scott
Five Star Real Estate (Main)
List Price
$215,000
Sold Price
$215,000
Views
13
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
$17,538
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.05%
Original Mortgage
$193,500
Outstanding Balance
$188,393
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$44,145
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 2006
Sold by
Roberts Lisa J and Roberts Jerrod
Bought by
Jpmorgan Chase Bank
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 15, 2004
Sold by
Nowak Jamie W and Nowak Kathleen A
Bought by
Roberts Jerrod and Roberts Lisa J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$61,600
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 23, 1992
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 15, 1992
Sold by
First Tompkins and First Fed
Bought by
Martin Emily A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 1991
Sold by
1St Sh and 1St Fed Mi
Bought by
Martin Emily A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaquays Lauren A | $215,000 | Sun Title Agency Of Michigan | |
| Jpmorgan Chase Bank | $64,073 | None Available | |
| Roberts Jerrod | $77,000 | Metropolitan Title Company | |
| -- | $19,500 | -- | |
| Martin Emily A | -- | -- | |
| Martin Emily A | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Jaquays Lauren A | $193,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Martin Emily A | $78,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Martin Emily A | $78,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Martin Emily | $9,268 | |
| Previous Owner | Martin Emily A | $61,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Martin Emily | $64,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Roberts Jerrod | $61,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Nowak James W | $30,000 | |
| Closed | Roberts Jerrod | $15,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2022 11/18/22 | Sold | $215,000 | +4.9% | $157 / Sq Ft |
| 10/25/2022 10/25/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/21/2022 10/21/22 | Price Changed | $205,000 | -4.7% | $149 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2022 10/10/22 | For Sale | $215,000 | -- | $157 / 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 | $2,414 | $111,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,414 | $99,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,377 | $72,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,105 | $72,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,080 | $62,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,033 | $54,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,082 | $47,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,044 | $40,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,017 | $31,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,029 | $30,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,193 | $30,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $31,400 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
William 'Duke' Gray
Seller's Agent in 2022
William 'Duke' Gray
EXP Realty (Grand Rapids)
(616) 862-1713
1 in this area
85 Total Sales
-
Don Scott
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Don Scott
Five Star Real Estate (Main)
(616) 293-9927
4 in this area
179 Total Sales
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Donald Scott
Ridge Realty Inc
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 22043536
APN: 41-14-18-331-020
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