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Seller's Agent in 2018
Janay Bengal
Century 21 Affiliated
15550 Howe Rd Portland, MI 48875
Estimated Value: $199,000 - $319,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,056
Sq Ft
$228/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Living Room
- Ranch Style House
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Shed
About This Home
As of October 2018Welcome to 15550 West Howe Road – ideally placed, move in ready ranch retreat in a desirable, peaceful location. This 1,000+ square foot ranch offers easy country living with 3 bedrooms and an open floor plan perfect for comfortable daily living or pleasant entertaining. Pride of ownership shows in the oversized front porch ready for a beverage, a good book read or access to the inviting living room. The light and bright living room boasts a large south facing window, a sleek mirrored coat closet and spacious access to the dining area portion of the eat-in kitchen. This combo kitchen / dining space has newer wood tone laminate flooring, access to a convenient laundry / storage area and a large glass slider overlooking the peaceful backyard. See Supplement for more Information. Of the 3 bedrooms, 2 are corner placed offering an abundance of natural light. The air conditioned master bedroom has a large closest. The full bath charms with warm and inviting wood trim and useful built in storage cabinets. Outside lies the two car detached garage with ample space for a work area along with two storage sheds. The 1+ acre flat, low maintenance lot with both mature shade trees and open yard / garden space is serene yet offers easy access to Portland and I-96 to quickly get to Lansing or Grand Rapids. Offering a pleasant setting and an easy care home, this nice 'gentleman's estate' is a lovely escape from the pressures of life and perfect place to call home. There are NUMEROUS updates, and meaningful investments (see attached document) including but not limited to:New vanity light in Bathroom (2018), Vinyl floor in Bathroom (2015), Porch, Fresh deck stain and sealant (2017, Garage, New roof and shingles (2015), Shed added (2017) Owners children attend Pewamo Westphalia schools and busing is provided there at this time in addition to Portland Public.
Buyer to verify future option of school of choice and transportation.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Janay Bengal
Century 21 Affiliated License #6501410865 Listed on: 07/12/2018
Last Buyer's Agent
Janay Bengal
Century 21 Affiliated License #6501410865 Listed on: 07/12/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,164
Year Built
- Built in 1970
Lot Details
- 1.28 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 213x262
- The property's road front is unimproved
- South Facing Home
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,056 Sq Ft Home
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Laminate Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Crawl Space
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Shed
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic Tank
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 12, 2018
Closed on
Oct 31, 2018
Sold by
Spitzley Thomas F
Bought by
Fuller James Cody
Seller's Agent
Janay Bengal
Century 21 Affiliated
Buyer's Agent
Janay Bengal
Century 21 Affiliated
List Price
$145,900
Sold Price
$125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,900
-14.32%
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
$115,684
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.13%
Original Mortgage
$121,250
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 31, 2003
Sold by
Gustafson Thomas Robert and Gustafson Danyelle M
Bought by
Spitzley Thomas F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$99,250
Interest Rate
5.87%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuller James Cody | $125,000 | None Available | |
| Fuller James Cody | $125,000 | None Available | |
| Spitzley Thomas F | $105,000 | Metropolitan Title Company | |
| Spitzley Thomas F | $105,000 | Metropolitan Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Fuller James Cody | $120,000 | |
| Closed | Fuller James Cody | $121,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Spitzley Thomas F | $99,250 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2018 10/31/18 | Sold | $125,000 | -3.0% | $118 / Sq Ft |
| 09/15/2018 09/15/18 | Price Changed | $128,900 | -3.0% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2018 08/01/18 | Price Changed | $132,900 | -2.9% | $126 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2018 07/16/18 | Price Changed | $136,900 | -6.2% | $130 / Sq Ft |
| 07/11/2018 07/11/18 | For Sale | $145,900 | -- | $138 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Lansing 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 | $1,139 | $83,900 | $18,300 | $65,600 |
| 2024 | $709 | $77,300 | $13,500 | $63,800 |
| 2023 | $671 | $75,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,603 | $63,600 | $16,900 | $46,700 |
| 2021 | $1,556 | $57,900 | $16,500 | $41,400 |
| 2020 | $1,511 | $54,700 | $15,800 | $38,900 |
| 2019 | $1,442 | $50,600 | $15,500 | $35,100 |
| 2018 | $1,174 | $46,822 | $13,250 | $33,572 |
| 2017 | $1,160 | $46,407 | $13,300 | $33,107 |
| 2016 | $1,137 | $43,699 | $10,750 | $32,949 |
| 2015 | $1,134 | $43,816 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $47,087 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
Map
Source: Greater Lansing Association of Realtors®
MLS Number: 228235
APN: 070-006-300-036-00
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