1531 Garfield Ave NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504
West Grand Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,078
Sq Ft
6,098
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Fenced Yard
- Patio
- 5-minute walk to Richmond Park
About This Home
As of January 2022Quaint Richmond Park Cape Code with Character throughout. Home features Off Street Parking, Hardwood Floors, Formal Dining and a Spacious Main Floor Living Room. Home Successfully Underwent Lead Abatement Program in June, 2009. New roof May, 2014 - New Furnace March, 2015 - New Central Air System September, 2009 - Updated Plumbing 2009 and New Windows in 2009. Appliances (Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher and Microwave) Included. Peaceful, Private Fenced in Back Yard.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
City Wide Real Estate Serv LLC License #6502354810 Listed on: 06/27/2015
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,059
Year Built
- Built in 1928
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 49.6 x 124.11
- Fenced Yard
- Shrub
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,078 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Replacement Windows
- Window Treatments
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 10, 2021
Closed on
Jan 12, 2022
Sold by
Wahl Lisa J and Wahl Nicholas J
Bought by
Verhagen Jennifer C
Seller's Agent
James Riley
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Shaw
Greenridge Realty Holland
List Price
$180,000
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
11.11%
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
$59,497
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.40%
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Outstanding Balance
$147,950
Interest Rate
3.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$111,547
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 2019
Sold by
Wahl Lisa
Bought by
Wahl Lisa and Wahl Nicholas J
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 27, 2015
Closed on
Jul 31, 2015
Sold by
Voss Eileen K
Bought by
Wooning Lisa
Seller's Agent
Tina Emert
City Wide Real Estate Serv LLC
Buyer's Agent
James Riley
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
List Price
$98,000
Sold Price
$101,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,000
3.06%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.79%
Original Mortgage
$90,990
Interest Rate
4.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 2009
Sold by
Secretary Of Housing & Urban Development
Bought by
Voss Eileen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$39,500
Interest Rate
5.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 16, 2009
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Bought by
The Secretary Of Housing & Urban Develop
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 13, 2008
Sold by
Smith Victoria
Bought by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2006
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Bought by
Smith Victoria M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,184
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 3, 2005
Sold by
Option One Mortgage Corp
Bought by
Wells Fargo Bank Na and Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2002-6 As
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 27, 2005
Sold by
Skobrak Michael L and Skobrak Ann
Bought by
Option One Mortgage Corp
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 17, 1990
Sold by
Knittle Knittle D D and Knittle Skobrak E
Bought by
Voss Eileen K
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $200,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $101,100 | Sun Title Agency Of Mi Llc | |
| Deed | $41,615 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $94,561 | None Available | |
| Deed | $91,600 | Fatic | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $77,552 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $49,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $160,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $90,990 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $21,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $39,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $30,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $90,184 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2022 01/12/22 | Sold | $200,000 | +11.1% | $168 / Sq Ft |
| 12/16/2021 12/16/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/10/2021 12/10/21 | For Sale | $180,000 | +78.2% | $152 / Sq Ft |
| 07/31/2015 07/31/15 | Sold | $101,000 | +3.1% | $94 / Sq Ft |
| 07/02/2015 07/02/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/27/2015 06/27/15 | For Sale | $98,000 | -- | $91 / 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 | $2,653 | $103,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,653 | $91,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,628 | $79,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,463 | $67,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,431 | $62,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,368 | $56,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,433 | $50,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,383 | $45,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,347 | $38,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,363 | $35,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,686 | $35,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $32,200 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
James Riley
Seller's Agent in 2022
James Riley
RE/MAX Michigan
(616) 292-4491
1 in this area
32 Total Sales
-
Ashley Shaw
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Ashley Shaw
Greenridge Realty Holland
(616) 396-1917
1 in this area
89 Total Sales
-
Tina Emert
Seller's Agent in 2015
Tina Emert
City Wide Real Estate Serv LLC
(616) 304-4336
1 in this area
14 Total Sales
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2015
James Riley, III
Coldwell Banker AJS (28th St)
-
Jim Riley
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Jim Riley
RE/MAX
(616) 292-4491
10 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 15033897
APN: 41-13-14-329-020
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