NOT LISTED FOR SALE

168 Birch Ln Battle Creek, MI 49015

Westlake Prairieview Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $221,000 - $235,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,684 Sq Ft
$134/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 21, 2022

Last sale price $205,000 $122 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,460/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Home Security System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Windows
  • Shed

About This Home

As of June 2022

Welcome Home! 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch in the Lakeview School district. Lots of updates to love including new windows, gutters, flooring & paint throughout. Through the front door, a generous sized, light filled living room. A dining room that opens up the kitchen & features french doors leading out to the back private back deck. The basement is complete with spacious rec room, possible 4th bedroom & carpeting throughout. Large storage area with built-ins & laundry area with newer washer & dryer included. Fenced-in, private yard with lots of mature trees & storage shed. Attached 2-car garage. Schedule a showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Pamella Knapp

RE/MAX Advantage License #6501304748 Listed on: 05/10/2022

RE/MAX Advantage

Co-Listed By

Patrick McCullough

RE/MAX Advantage License #6501382247

Last Buyer's Agent

Dan Thornton

Michigan Top Producers License #6501393083

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,245

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 86x136
  • Shrub
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is zoned R1A, R1A

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Storage Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,245

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1968
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 86X136
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1684.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 2245.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: R1A
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Windows:Replacement: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Landscape:ShrubsHedges: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Electric: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Natural Gas2: Yes
  • Lot Description:Level: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Broadband: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Cable2: Yes
  • Windows:Screens: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Utilities Attached:Telephone Line: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Water Heater:Natural Gas4: Yes
  • Landscape:Garden Area: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:High-Speed Internet: Yes
  • Landscape:Flower Garden: Yes
  • Windows:Storms: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1056.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Fencing:Fenced Back: Yes
  • Security Features:Security System: Yes
  • Other Structures:Storage Shed: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Broadband, Garage Door Opener
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1684.0
  • Window Features: Storms, Screens, Replacement
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Finished SQFT: 628.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 1056.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 628.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 215000.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Aluminum Siding: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features Attached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, Storm Sewer, High-Speed Internet
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.27
  • Lot Size Area: 0.27
  • Lot Dimensions: 86X136
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11761.0
  • Zoning Description: R1A
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2245.0
  • Tax Year: 2022

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 10, 2022
Closed on
Jun 21, 2022
Sold by
Lian and Lal
Bought by
Thang Leo Ceulian
Seller's Agent
Pamella Knapp
RE/MAX Advantage
Buyer's Agent
Dan Thornton
Michigan Top Producers
List Price
$215,000
Sold Price
$205,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-4.65%
Current Estimated Value
$224,525

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$19,525
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.14%
Original Mortgage
$198,850
Outstanding Balance
$189,978
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$35,895

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2020
Sold by
Lian James
Bought by
Lian James and Mawi Lal

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,500
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 30, 2015
Closed on
Aug 25, 2015
Sold by
Manthei Richard P
Bought by
Lian James
Seller's Agent
Betty Luna
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mark Haddock
RE/MAX Perrett Associates
List Price
$118,000
Sold Price
$118,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.73%
Original Mortgage
$115,862
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 2009
Sold by
Gary T Stewart Living Trust
Bought by
Manthei Richard P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,551
Interest Rate
5.32%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2006
Sold by
Stewart Gary Thomas and Stewart Gary Thomas
Bought by
Stewart Gary T and Gary T Stewart Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 12, 1998
Sold by
Stewart Glenn C and Stewart Barbara A
Bought by
Stewart G A and B A
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Thang Leo Ceulian $205,000 Lievois Daniel P
Lian James -- Chicago Title Of Michigan
Lian James $118,000 Title Resource Agency
Manthei Richard P $80,000 Chicago Title
Stewart Gary T -- None Available
Stewart G A -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Thang Leo Ceulian $198,850
Previous Owner Lian James $107,500
Previous Owner Lian James $115,862
Previous Owner Manthei Richard P $78,551
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/21/2022 06/21/22 Sold $205,000 -4.7% $122 / Sq Ft
05/11/2022 05/11/22 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2022 05/10/22 For Sale $215,000 +82.2% $128 / Sq Ft
08/25/2015 08/25/15 Sold $118,000 0.0% $112 / Sq Ft
07/06/2015 07/06/15 Pending -- -- --
06/30/2015 06/30/15 For Sale $118,000 -- $112 / 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 -- $86,400 $0 $0
2024 $2,764 $80,643 $0 $0
2023 $2,305 $69,643 $0 $0
2022 $1,829 $60,288 $0 $0
2021 $2,245 $58,385 $0 $0
2020 $2,112 $54,998 $0 $0
2019 $2,104 $51,415 $0 $0
2018 $2,104 $47,538 $6,543 $40,995
2017 $2,040 $46,449 $0 $0
2016 $2,036 $43,159 $0 $0
2015 $1,671 $38,683 $4,421 $34,262
2014 $1,671 $37,689 $4,421 $33,268
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Pamella Knapp

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Pamella Knapp

    RE/MAX Michigan

    (269) 720-8938

    10 in this area

    700 Total Sales

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Patrick McCullough

    RE/MAX Michigan

    (269) 323-3900

    2 in this area

    130 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Dan Thornton

    Michigan Top Producers

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  • Brandon Hamilton

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Brandon Hamilton

    Michigan Top Producers

    (616) 862-6712

    9 in this area

    631 Total Sales

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Betty Luna

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate

  • Mark Haddock

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Mark Haddock

    RE/MAX Michigan

    (269) 209-7094

    52 in this area

    216 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 22017100

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1100-02-799-0

Michigan Calhoun County Battle Creek 49015 Westlake Prairieview

168 Birch Ln, Battle Creek, MI

This home is located at 168 Birch Ln, Battle Creek, MI 49015 since 10 May 2022 and is currently estimated at $225,873, approximately $134 per square foot. This property was built in 1968. 168 Birch Ln is a home located in Calhoun County with nearby schools including Lakeview Middle School, Lakeview High School, and Arbor Academy.

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