NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1543 Benjamin Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505

North East Citizens Action Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $352,000 - $396,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,748 Sq Ft
$216/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 29, 2022

Last sale price $324,900 $186 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,393/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ground Level Unit
  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Porch

About This Home

As of July 2022

Absolutely adorable brick and vinyl quad in much sought after Bonnie Homesites Sub! Beautifully updated through out including new kitchen and bathrooms! Beautiful open floor plan with updated kitchen with all new cabinets, granite counters, hardwood floors, all appliances! Living room and family room, 3 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 beautifully updated bathrooms, finished basement and large 2.5 car garage! All situated on a beautiful park like yard! Great location in the sub close to schools, parks, shopping and downtown! A true must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paul Corona

3DX Real Estate LLC Troy License #6501282335 Listed on: 06/24/2022

3DX Real Estate LLC Troy

Last Buyer's Agent

Tim Anders

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Esta License #6501299915

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Esta

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70.00 x 130.00

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • 1,748 Sq Ft Home
  • Split Level Home
  • Quad-Level Property
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Kitchen

  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Porch
  • Ground Level Unit
  • Finished Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 411417401003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,882

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architecture Style: Split Level
  • Architecture Level: Quad-Level
  • Year Built: 1962
  • State Equalized Value: 120600.0000
  • Entry Location: Ground Level
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 4

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Circuit Breakers
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.10
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Finished
  • Kitchen Appliances: Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Microwave
  • Total Sq Ft: 1748

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl
  • Foundation Materials: Poured
  • Porch Type: Porch
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: 2.5 Car
  • Garage Features: Detached
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Public Sewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
  • Water Heater Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public (Municipal)
  • Laundry Facilities: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Homestead: Yes
  • Lot Size Area: 0.21
  • Lot Dimensions: 70.00 x 130.00
  • Parcel Number: 411417401003

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 3671.0000
  • Tax Amount Winter: 211.0000
  • Total Tax: 3882.0000
  • Taxable Value: 106426.0000

MLS Schools

  • School District: Grand Rapids

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 8, 2018
Closed on
Mar 8, 2018
Sold by
Robleske Elaine and Blauw Daneil
Bought by
Kanitz Marc and Kanitz Amanda
Seller's Agent
Denise Sherwood
Sherwood Realty
Buyer's Agent
Bridget Eklund
B Home & Co.
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$162,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,400
-4.36%
Current Estimated Value
$377,085

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$214,585
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.46%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 8, 2018
Closed on
Feb 22, 2018
Sold by
Wietsma Judith
Bought by
Supplemental Care Trust Fbo Leon Lewis
Seller's Agent
Denise Sherwood
Sherwood Realty
Buyer's Agent
Bridget Eklund
B Home & Co.
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$162,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,400
-4.36%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2012
Sold by
Blauw Daniel L and Estate Of Clara Lewis
Bought by
Supplemental Care Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 1992
Sold by
Grzesiak Ggladys M
Bought by
Lewis Spencer Clara and Supplemental Care Trust Fbo Et
Source: Public Records

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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
Kanitz Marc $162,500 None Available
Supplemental Care Trust Fbo Leon Lewis -- None Available
Supplementary Care Trust Fbo Leon Lewis -- None Available
Supplemental Care Trust -- None Available
Lewis Spencer Clara $26,900 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/29/2022 07/29/22 Sold $324,900 0.0% $186 / Sq Ft
07/01/2022 07/01/22 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2022 06/24/22 For Sale $324,900 +99.9% $186 / Sq Ft
03/08/2018 03/08/18 Sold $162,500 -4.4% $88 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/16/2018 02/16/18 Pending -- -- --
02/08/2018 02/08/18 For Sale $169,900 -- $92 / Sq Ft
Source: Realcomp

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 $4,981 $185,800 $0 $0
2024 $4,981 $172,600 $0 $0
2023 $4,989 $149,600 $0 $0
2022 $3,702 $128,300 $0 $0
2021 $3,620 $120,600 $0 $0
2020 $3,460 $115,200 $0 $0
2019 $3,624 $103,000 $0 $0
2018 $2,370 $91,000 $0 $0
2017 $3,521 $77,600 $0 $0
2016 $3,538 $68,900 $0 $0
2015 $3,371 $68,900 $0 $0
2013 -- $66,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Paul Corona

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Paul Corona

    3DX Real Estate LLC Troy

    (586) 634-3417

    1 in this area

    53 Total Sales

    Paul Corona
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  • Tim Anders

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Tim Anders

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Esta

    (616) 291-1467

    7 in this area

    338 Total Sales

    Tim Anders
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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Denise Sherwood

    Sherwood Realty

    (616) 340-6323

    19 Total Sales

    Denise Sherwood
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  • P

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Paul Sherwood

    Sherwood Realty

    (616) 247-7606

    16 Total Sales

    Paul Sherwood
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  • Bridget Eklund

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Bridget Eklund

    B Home & Co.

    (616) 469-8457

    1 in this area

    109 Total Sales

    Bridget Eklund
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Map

Source: Realcomp

MLS Number: 20221008652

Realcomp

APN: 41-14-17-401-003

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49505 North East Citizens Action

1543 Benjamin Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI

Not Listed for Sale

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