NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1708 Lafayette Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507

Garfield Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $174,028 - $189,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,232 Sq Ft
$149/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 25, 2023

Last sale price $175,000 $142 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,191/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Porch
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Living Room
  • Ceiling Fan

About This Home

As of August 2023

Don't miss this beautiful home in Grand Rapids that's been nicely updated. New paint and floors throughout with new kitchen cabinets and has over the top Samsung ''smart home'' appliances and security. Full basement that could be finished that is dry and clean with glass block windows that are beautiful. Portable air conditioners also go with the property.
Highest and best offers due by Sunday 8-6 at 12:00 noon.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lori Shaw

Five Star Real Estate (M6) License #6501430084 Listed on: 08/01/2023

Five Star Real Estate (M6)

Last Buyer's Agent

Delky Baez

RE/MAX United (Beltline) License #6501321849

RE/MAX United (Beltline)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $654

Year Built

  • Built in 1919

Lot Details

  • 2,352 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 45x52
  • Property is zoned ldr, ldr

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,232 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$654

Year Built

Built in 1919

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1919
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1232.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • List Price: 175000.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Porch(es)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Storm Sewer, Broadband
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Size Area: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 45x52
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2352.0
  • Zoning Description: ldr
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 654.0
  • Tax Year: 2022

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 1, 2023
Closed on
Aug 25, 2023
Sold by
Ripple Donald J
Bought by
Castro Ana Lidia Figuer
Seller's Agent
Lori Shaw
Five Star Real Estate (M6)
Buyer's Agent
Delky Baez
RE/MAX United (Beltline)
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$175,000
Total Days on Market
5
Views
136
Current Estimated Value
$183,507

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,507
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.72%
Original Mortgage
$169,750
Outstanding Balance
$166,942
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$16,565

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 4, 2022
Closed on
Jul 29, 2022
Sold by
Jim Loftus
Bought by
Ripple Donald J
Seller's Agent
Tangy Pringle
DeBartolo Realty - I
Buyer's Agent
Lori Shaw
Five Star Real Estate (M6)
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
7.22%
Views
2

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.50%
Original Mortgage
$142,500
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2003
Sold by
Thomas James C
Bought by
Loftus Jim

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2003
Sold by
Bult Charles J and Bult Cenchel
Bought by
Associates Home Equity

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 1999
Sold by
Ii Thomas J
Bought by
Loftus Ii Thomas J and Loftus Jim

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 1997
Sold by
Bult Bult J J and Bult C
Bought by
Loftus Jim

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 1983

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 1983
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
Castro Ana Lidia Figuer $175,000 None Listed On Document
Ripple Donald J $150,000 --
Loftus Jim $41,000 Ati Title Company Agency
Associates Home Equity -- --
Bult Charles J $16,000 Ati Title Company Agency
Loftus Ii Thomas J -- --
Loftus Jim -- --
-- -- --
-- $16,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Castro Ana Lidia Figuer $169,750
Previous Owner Ripple Donald J $142,500
Previous Owner Loftus James $12,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/25/2023 08/25/23 Sold $175,000 0.0% $142 / Sq Ft
08/06/2023 08/06/23 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2023 08/01/23 For Sale $175,000 +16.7% $142 / Sq Ft
07/30/2022 07/30/22 Sold $150,000 +7.2% $122 / Sq Ft
06/20/2022 06/20/22 Pending -- -- --
06/04/2022 06/04/22 For Sale $139,900 0.0% $114 / Sq Ft
06/01/2022 06/01/22 Pending -- -- --
05/31/2022 05/31/22 For Sale $139,900 -- $114 / 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
2024 $1,937 $61,100 $0 $0
2023 $2,787 $53,300 $0 $0
2022 $654 $45,900 $0 $0
2021 $637 $38,500 $0 $0
2020 $616 $31,600 $0 $0
2019 $612 $17,600 $0 $0
2018 $612 $14,900 $0 $0
2017 $597 $12,300 $0 $0
2016 $600 $11,700 $0 $0
2015 $571 $11,700 $0 $0
2013 -- $12,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lori Shaw

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Lori Shaw

    Five Star Real Estate (M6)

    (616) 617-0639

    2 in this area

    60 Total Sales

    Lori Shaw
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  • Delky Baez

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Delky Baez

    RE/MAX Michigan

    9 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Delky Baez
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    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Tangy Pringle

    DeBartolo Realty - I

    (616) 206-2461

    5 in this area

    37 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 23027696

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-18-06-329-002

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49507 Garfield Park

1708 Lafayette Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 1708 Lafayette Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 since 01 August 2023 and is currently estimated at $183,507, approximately $148 per square foot. This property was built in 1919. 1708 Lafayette Ave SE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Dickinson Academy, Alger Middle School, and Ottawa Hills High School.

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