NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1853 Observatory Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546

East Paris Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $309,000 - $333,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,098 Sq Ft
$295/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 22, 2012

Last sale price $144,000 $131 Per Sq Ft

Est. 125% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,010/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Collins Elementary School Rated A
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

As of June 2012

You Will Be Impressed By This Extremely Sharp Ranch In High Demand Neighborhood. Totally Updated & Impeccably Decorated. Sharp Kitchen, Living Room W/ Fireplace. Finished Recreation Room, Big Deck Overlooking Beautiful Backyard.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Rice

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade) License #6502399219 Listed on: 05/15/2012

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)

Last Buyer's Agent

David DeBruyn

Greenridge Realty (Kentwood) License #6506044808

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,470

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x136

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,098 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,470

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1969
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 75x136
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1098.0
  • General Property Info:Design: Ranch
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 2470.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: Res
  • Garage Type Attached: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Heat Type:Hot Water: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1098.0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1098.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck(s)
  • List Price: 149900.0
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Waterfront: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Deck(s): Yes
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved
  • Garage:Garage2: Yes
  • Garage Type:_two_: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Area: 0.23
  • Lot Dimensions: 75x136
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10019.0
  • Zoning Description: Res
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2470.0
  • Tax Year: 2012

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2012
Closed on
Jun 22, 2012
Sold by
Grozdanic Nedzad and Grozdanic Edina
Bought by
Olman Meko J
Seller's Agent
John Rice
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)
Buyer's Agent
David DeBruyn
Greenridge Realty (Kentwood)
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$144,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,900
-3.94%
Current Estimated Value
$323,692

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$179,692
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.42%
Original Mortgage
$141,391
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Olman Meko J $144,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Olman Meko J $169,000
Closed Olman Meko J $121,000
Closed Olman Meko J $141,391
Previous Owner Grozdanic Nedzad $109,500
Previous Owner Grozdanic Nedzad $20,000
Previous Owner Grozdanic Nedzad $115,000
Previous Owner Grozdanic Nedzad $20,000
Previous Owner Grozdanic Nedzad $104,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/22/2012 06/22/12 Sold $144,000 -3.9% $131 / Sq Ft
05/24/2012 05/24/12 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2012 05/15/12 For Sale $149,900 -- $137 / 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 $3,005 $154,400 $0 $0
2024 $3,005 $138,500 $0 $0
2023 $3,231 $122,600 $0 $0
2022 $3,029 $105,500 $0 $0
2021 $2,887 $92,200 $0 $0
2020 $2,384 $89,300 $0 $0
2019 $2,859 $85,000 $0 $0
2018 $2,817 $83,500 $0 $0
2017 $3,026 $78,500 $0 $0
2016 $2,935 $75,400 $0 $0
2015 $2,901 $75,400 $0 $0
2013 -- $70,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • John Rice

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    John Rice

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)

    (616) 951-4663

    4 in this area

    130 Total Sales

    John Rice
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  • David DeBruyn

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    David DeBruyn

    Greenridge Realty (Kentwood)

    (616) 822-2135

    2 in this area

    100 Total Sales

    David DeBruyn
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 12026892

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-18-02-451-007

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49546 East Paris

1853 Observatory Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 1853 Observatory Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 since 15 May 2012 and is currently estimated at $323,692, approximately $294 per square foot. This property was built in 1969. 1853 Observatory Ave SE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Collins Elementary School, Northern Trails 5/6 School, and Northern Hills Middle School.

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