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Seller's Agent in 2017
Jacob Theoret
EXP Realty LLC
157 Benjamin Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Eastown NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $434,000 - $476,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,132
Sq Ft
$215/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Porch
- Traditional Architecture
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Patio
About This Home
As of June 2017Grand Rapids real estate. Welcome to this beautiful turn-of-the-century home in a popular, walk able GR neighborhood! Close to Wilcox Park, restaurants, bars & shops! This 4 bed, 1.5 ba home features character & charm throughout, such as a lovely decorative fireplace, original wood floors w/ wide baseboards, intricate designs on the radiators & pocket doors. Along w/ character, you also get modern conveniences, such as an updated kitchen w/ granite counters, stainless steel appliances & tile back splash. Baths are also updated & very well appointed. Main floor features a large living rm, formal dining rm, office/reading nook w/ attached 1/2 ba, & kitchen. Upstairs are 4 bdrms w/ an abundance of closet space (built ins too!). There is also a walk-up attic for even more space! In the walk-out basement, you'll find a rec room (with a kegerator), the laundry area & room for storage. Outside is a beautifully landscaped, fenced-in back yard & a 2 1/2 stall garage! Schedule your private showing today! No Showings until after the open house on 5/12.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jacob Theoret
EXP Realty LLC License #6501371887 Listed on: 05/10/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,837
Year Built
- Built in 1905
Lot Details
- 6,011 Sq Ft Lot
- Terraced Lot
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 10, 2017
Closed on
Jun 16, 2017
Sold by
Collett Christpher Nathan and Mayberry Kathleen
Bought by
Martin Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Jacob Theoret
EXP Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Wyatt Martin
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
List Price
$224,900
Sold Price
$219,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,900
-2.62%
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
$240,085
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.75%
Original Mortgage
$175,200
Outstanding Balance
$91,464
Interest Rate
3.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$345,020
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 23, 2014
Closed on
Jul 28, 2014
Sold by
Collett Christopher N
Bought by
Collett Christopher N and Mayberry Kathleen
Seller's Agent
Brian Klingel
Coldwell Banker Woodland Schmidt Grand Haven
Buyer's Agent
John Boggiano
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$153,100
Premium/Discount to List
$3,200
2.13%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.19%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 2010
Sold by
Bertek Carole Anne
Bought by
Bertek Carole Anne
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 18, 2004
Sold by
Bertek Clarence
Bought by
Clarence Bertek Living Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Benjamin | $219,000 | None Available | |
| Collett Christopher N | -- | Sun Title Agency Of Mi Llc | |
| Collett Christopher N | $148,000 | Sun Title Agency Of Mi Llc | |
| Bertek Carole Anne | -- | None Available | |
| Clarence Bertek Living Trust | -- | -- | |
| Carole Anne Bertek Living Trust | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Martin Benjamin | $175,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Mayberry Kathleen | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bertek Carole Anne | $44,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bertek Carole Anne | $25,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2017 06/16/17 | Sold | $219,000 | -2.6% | $103 / Sq Ft |
| 05/16/2017 05/16/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/10/2017 05/10/17 | For Sale | $224,900 | +46.9% | $105 / Sq Ft |
| 07/28/2014 07/28/14 | Sold | $153,100 | +2.1% | $86 / Sq Ft |
| 04/29/2014 04/29/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/23/2014 04/23/14 | For Sale | $149,900 | -- | $84 / 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 | $6,126 | $214,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $6,126 | $186,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $3,950 | $170,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,750 | $147,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,667 | $134,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,505 | $116,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,671 | $111,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $5,398 | $101,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,803 | $88,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,837 | $80,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,639 | $80,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $75,700 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Diane Griffin
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017
Diane Griffin
Keller Williams GR North (Main)
(616) 916-5960
102 Total Sales
-
Wyatt Martin
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Wyatt Martin
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
(616) 889-4279
7 in this area
232 Total Sales
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Brian Klingel
Seller's Agent in 2014
Brian Klingel
Coldwell Banker Woodland Schmidt Grand Haven
(231) 206-3513
648 Total Sales
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John Boggiano
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Buyer's Agent in 2014
John Boggiano
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
(616) 293-5693
78 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 17021350
APN: 41-14-29-405-016
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