$79,900
SOLD JUL 25, 2014

1540 Forrest Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505

Creston Neighborhood
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,248 Sq Ft
500 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$64 Per Sq Ft

3 Days on Market

About This Home

As of December 2016

Another completely renovated home by New Development Corp. Completely and professionally redone inside and out for a fresh, clean look. But still preserving the character and warmth that is so desirable. Brand new kitchen with new appliances, MFL, new paint, flooring and mechanicals is just a start. Wide board trim, Spindled banister and a big covered porch preserve the character of the home. Imagine a home that's warm and inviting but that doesn't cost you a fortune to maintain or heat. What could be better? How about $10000 down payment assistance to qualified buyers? Call today for details.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Juanita Buskard

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (Wyomg) Listed on: 05/27/2014

Co-Listed By

Todd Buskard

Buskard Group Real Estate License #6501381678

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Boonyasith

Five Star Real Estate (Main) License #6501324763

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,673

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Lot Details

  • 500 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,248 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • Michigan Basement

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,673

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1917
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Michigan Basement
  • LivingArea: 1248.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 79900.0
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.01
  • Lot Size Area: 0.01
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 500.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 7, 2017
Sold by
Bakam Camen
Bought by
Baski Camen and Brown Micahel A
Current Estimated Value
$236,136

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 18, 2016
Closed on
Dec 20, 2016
Sold by
Allen Leysis M
Bought by
Baskin Carmen
Seller's Agent
Lisa Boonyasith
Five Star Real Estate (Main)
Buyer's Agent
Cathy Miller
Five Star Real Estate (Main)
List Price
$114,900
Sold Price
$118,500
Premium/Discount to List
$3,600
3.13%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.45%
Original Mortgage
$116,353
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 27, 2014
Closed on
Jul 25, 2014
Sold by
New Development Corporation
Bought by
Allen Leysis M
Seller's Agent
Juanita Buskard
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (Wyomg)
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Boonyasith
Five Star Real Estate (Main)
List Price
$79,900
Sold Price
$79,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.77%
Original Mortgage
$74,531
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2012
Sold by
Kent County Land Bank Authority
Bought by
New Development Corporation

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Interest Rate
3.28%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2012
Sold by
County Of Kent
Bought by
Kent County Land Bank Authority

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 1997
Sold by
Trvn Trvn D D and Trvn Traevino D
Bought by
Traevino D Ts and New Development Corporation
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
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $118,500 Startitle Agency Llc
Warranty Deed $79,900 First American Title Ins Co
Quit Claim Deed $7,245 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $6,745 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $6,745 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $82,000 New Conventional
Closed $116,353 FHA
Previous Owner $74,531 FHA
Previous Owner $60,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $90,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/21/2016 12/21/16 Sold $118,500 +3.1% $95 / Sq Ft
11/20/2016 11/20/16 Pending -- -- --
11/18/2016 11/18/16 For Sale $114,900 +43.8% $92 / Sq Ft
07/25/2014 07/25/14 Sold $79,900 0.0% $64 / Sq Ft
05/30/2014 05/30/14 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2014 05/27/14 For Sale $79,900 -- $64 / 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 $1,673 $111,900 $0 $0
2024 $1,673 $104,700 $0 $0
2023 $1,698 $76,500 $0 $0
2022 $1,612 $76,300 $0 $0
2021 $1,576 $66,500 $0 $0
2020 $1,507 $57,800 $0 $0
2019 $1,578 $50,500 $0 $0
2018 $1,524 $43,800 $0 $0
2017 $1,494 $33,700 $0 $0
2016 $1,165 $32,900 $0 $0
2015 $1,196 $32,900 $0 $0
2013 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Lisa Boonyasith

    Five Star Real Estate (Main)

  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Cathy Miller

    Five Star Real Estate (Main)

    (616) 635-7080

    57 Total Sales

    Cathy Miller
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  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Juanita Buskard

    RE/MAX Michigan

  • Todd Buskard

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Todd Buskard

    Buskard Group Real Estate

    (616) 292-8382

    2 in this area

    134 Total Sales

    Todd Buskard
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 14028577

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-18-333-010

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49505 Creston

1540 Forrest Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 1540 Forrest Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 and is currently priced at $79,900, approximately $64 per square foot. This property was built in 1917. 1540 Forrest 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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