1856 Benjamin Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505
North East Citizens Action Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,470
Sq Ft
8,625
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Wood Flooring
- Humidifier
- Ceiling Fan
About This Home
As of July 2021Incredible value w/ prime location. Roof 2014 furnace & central air 2013. A ton of extras including fireplace, hardwood floors, large deck w/ benches, finished bsmt, 2 stall garage, newer windows, updated electric, newer siding & exterior doors. TFLA estimated Room desc: FOYER, LR, KIT, DA, 3 BR, BA DN: FR, DEN, BA, LAUNDRY, STORAGE, MECHANICALS. Seller instructs broker to hold all offers until Tuesday 6/8 at 12pm
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH) License #6501242774 Listed on: 06/04/2021
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main) License #6501361749
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,117
Year Built
- Built in 1962
Lot Details
- 8,625 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 65x133
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,470 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Humidifier
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- High Speed Internet
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 4, 2021
Closed on
Jul 15, 2021
Sold by
Rumsey Tony Wayne
Bought by
Lambert Jason T
Seller's Agent
Tony Lewis
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
Buyer's Agent
Joseph LeMaire
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$224,500
Premium/Discount to List
$54,600
32.14%
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
$72,012
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.14%
Original Mortgage
$220,433
Outstanding Balance
$201,735
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$95,258
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 3, 2020
Sold by
Chmurynski Thomas Ray and The Thomas Ray Chmurynski Livi
Bought by
Chmurynski Thomas Ray
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 19, 2016
Closed on
Nov 10, 2016
Sold by
Chmurynski Thomas Ray
Bought by
The Thomas Ray Chmurynski Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Tim Noordhoek
Diamond Realty LLC - I
Buyer's Agent
Robert Chmurynski
Greenridge Realty (Relo)
List Price
$137,900
Sold Price
$138,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.07%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.01%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 19, 2016
Closed on
Sep 19, 2016
Sold by
Persson Melissa and Persson Jan
Bought by
Chmurynski Thomas
Seller's Agent
Tim Noordhoek
Diamond Realty LLC - I
Buyer's Agent
Robert Chmurynski
Greenridge Realty (Relo)
List Price
$137,900
Sold Price
$138,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.07%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 20, 2013
Closed on
Aug 9, 2013
Sold by
Hunt Gerald and Hunt Bonnie K
Bought by
Persson Melissa and Persson Jan
Seller's Agent
Linda Tanis
Bellabay Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Tim Noordhoek
Timothy Noordhoek
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$85,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-5.45%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.80%
Original Mortgage
$80,750
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 29, 2013
Sold by
Hunt Gerald and Hunt Bonnie K
Bought by
Nationstar Mortgage Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 22, 2008
Sold by
Sluiter Douglas Paul and Sluiter Emily
Bought by
Hunt Gerald and Hunt Bonnie K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$122,084
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 28, 2000
Sold by
Brsma Brsma S S and Brsma Sluiter D
Bought by
Sluiter Sluiter D and Sluiter E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 4, 1991
Sold by
Hughes Hughes F F and Hughes Boorsma S
Bought by
Persson Melissa Persson Jan
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $224,500 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $138,000 | Owners Title Agency Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $85,000 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $66,750 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $124,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $88,500 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $220,433 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $80,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $123,915 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $122,084 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $83,200 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/30/2025 01/30/25 | Off Market | $224,500 | -- | -- |
| 07/15/2021 07/15/21 | Sold | $224,500 | +32.1% | $153 / Sq Ft |
| 06/08/2021 06/08/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/04/2021 06/04/21 | For Sale | $169,900 | +23.1% | $116 / Sq Ft |
| 09/19/2016 09/19/16 | Sold | $138,000 | +0.1% | $94 / Sq Ft |
| 08/21/2016 08/21/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/19/2016 08/19/16 | For Sale | $137,900 | +62.2% | $94 / Sq Ft |
| 08/09/2013 08/09/13 | Sold | $85,000 | -5.5% | $51 / Sq Ft |
| 06/21/2013 06/21/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/20/2013 06/20/13 | For Sale | $89,900 | -- | $54 / 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 | $2,856 | $118,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,856 | $109,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,898 | $94,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,751 | $81,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,087 | $76,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,995 | $72,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,089 | $65,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,018 | $59,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,964 | $53,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,630 | $47,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,516 | $47,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $45,200 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2021
Tony Lewis
RE/MAX Michigan
(616) 957-0700
6 in this area
266 Total Sales
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Joseph LeMaire
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
(616) 447-7064
5 in this area
82 Total Sales
-
T
Seller's Agent in 2016
Tim Noordhoek
Diamond Realty LLC - I
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Robert Chmurynski
Greenridge Realty (Relo)
-
L
Seller's Agent in 2013
Linda Tanis
Bellabay Realty LLC
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 21020793
APN: 41-14-17-202-006
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