NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1611 Forres Ave Saint Joseph, MI 49085

Estimated Value: $482,858 - $521,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,240 Sq Ft
$221/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 12, 2020

Last sale price $340,000 $152 Per Sq Ft

Est. 46% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,293/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Upton Middle School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Milton Park

About This Home

As of June 2020

Beautiful craftsman design with plenty of natural light throughout this traditional home. The home sits on the much sought after brick lined Street of Forres Avenue that is near Milton Park and within walking distance to world-class beaches and the quaint shops and eateries of charming downtown St. Joseph. The home sits on a rare double lot with a fenced in yard. There is stunning wood-work throughout with Hardwwod Floors, crown molding, Butler's pantry, solid original doors, dual open staircase & a cozy fireplace in the open living room. The office/den is flanked with original built-ins. The master bedroom has new wool carpeting and is equipped with a bathroom and a large sitting area that could be converted to an extra bedroom. Outside you will find the 1.5 car garage w/room to expand!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ryan Green

Green Towne Coastal Realty License #6501325481 Listed on: 05/13/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

David Jardine

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6501406777

@properties Christie's International R.E.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,909

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 66x135
  • Decorative Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Siding
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,240 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,909

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1905
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Washer
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 2240.0
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 979.0
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Breakfast Nook: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 340000.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Lot Size Area: 0.2
  • Lot Dimensions: 66x135
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8712.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3909.0
  • Tax Year: 2019

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 13, 2020
Closed on
Jun 23, 2020
Sold by
Heinrich Erica R
Bought by
Lambers Stephen Lambert and Healy Lindsey Catherine
Seller's Agent
Ryan Green
Green Towne Coastal Realty
Buyer's Agent
David Jardine
@properties Christie's International R.E.
List Price
$329,000
Sold Price
$340,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
3.34%
Current Estimated Value
$495,215

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$155,215
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.53%
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 13, 2020
Closed on
Jun 12, 2020
Sold by
Heinrich Erica R and Roy Matthew S
Bought by
Lambers Stephen Lambert and Healy Lindsey Catherine
Seller's Agent
Ryan Green
Green Towne Coastal Realty
Buyer's Agent
David Jardine
@properties Christie's International R.E.
List Price
$329,000
Sold Price
$340,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
3.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2019
Closed on
Dec 9, 2019
Sold by
Wilusz Trust
Bought by
Heinrich Erica R and Roy Matthew S
Seller's Agent
Kelly Mawhinney Team
Pier Realty
Buyer's Agent
Rich Kurth
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$312,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$87,000
-21.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.91%
Original Mortgage
$314,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2019
Closed on
Nov 18, 2019
Sold by
Muller Pamela and Lovell Cynthia Wilusz
Bought by
Heinrich Erica R and Roy Matthew S
Seller's Agent
Kelly Mawhinney Team
Pier Realty
Buyer's Agent
Rich Kurth
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$312,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$87,000
-21.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$314,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2010
Sold by
Wilusz Louis J and Wilusz Janet A
Bought by
Wilusz Louis J and Wilusz Janet A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$73,500
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 2002

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2001

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 1975
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lambers Stephen Lambert $340,000 First American Title
Lambers Stephen Lambert $340,000 First American Title
Heinrich Erica R $314,000 None Listed On Document
Heinrich Erica R $314,000 None Available
Wilusz Louis J -- Multiple
Wilusz Louis J -- Multiple
-- $100 --
-- $174,000 --
-- $28,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lambers Stephen Lambert $335,500
Closed Lambers Stephen Lambert $340,000
Closed Lambers Stephen Lambert $340,000
Previous Owner Heinrich Erica R $314,000
Previous Owner Heinrich Erica R $314,000
Previous Owner Wilusz Louis J $73,500
Previous Owner Wilusz Louis J $75,105
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/12/2020 06/12/20 Sold $340,000 +3.3% $152 / Sq Ft
05/14/2020 05/14/20 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2020 05/13/20 For Sale $329,000 +5.4% $147 / Sq Ft
11/25/2019 11/25/19 Sold $312,000 -21.8% $139 / Sq Ft
10/10/2019 10/10/19 Pending -- -- --
04/05/2019 04/05/19 For Sale $399,000 -- $178 / 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 $6,414 $199,700 $0 $0
2024 $6,222 $193,500 $0 $0
2023 $5,967 $173,600 $0 $0
2022 $5,696 $146,000 $0 $0
2021 $5,659 $139,400 $39,300 $100,100
2020 $5,129 $126,300 $0 $0
2019 $3,973 $105,600 $35,500 $70,100
2018 $3,906 $105,600 $0 $0
2017 $3,504 $102,800 $0 $0
2016 $3,504 $100,700 $0 $0
2015 $3,461 $98,400 $0 $0
2014 $3,298 $94,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20016148

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 11-76-0026-0079-00-8