1861 Philadelphia Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507
South East End Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,534
Sq Ft
5,662
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Porch
- Recreation Room
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of March 2019Grand Rapids Real Estate. This home invites you in; presenting an ideal location just minutes from downtown. The interior reveals an easeful layout furnished with hardwood & laminate flooring, intricate molding details, and arched entryways. An elegant glass pane doorway leads to the third room which can be utilized as a bedroom or office. Arrive to an updated kitchen where modern textures are brought to the foreground against a cozy layout. The lower level echoes the home’s relaxed sentiment, also boasting hardwood flooring and copious space to accommodate many a gathering. Added features include newer roof, new windows, new storm door & new water heater. You’ll take pleasure in living within the balanced composure between the hallmarks of tradition and contemporary design detailing.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kevin Yoder
Keller Williams GR East Listed on: 03/16/2015
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,030
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 5,662 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 70x107
- Shrub
- Level Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Unpaved Driveway
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Home warranty included in the sale of the property
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 9, 2019
Closed on
Mar 20, 2019
Sold by
Bradley Alexandra C and Steenson Alexandra C
Bought by
Gonzales Ellen B
Seller's Agent
Lou Mojica
Charter Properties
Buyer's Agent
Jason Churchill
RE/MAX Premier
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.07%
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
$124,802
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.02%
Original Mortgage
$147,283
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 16, 2015
Closed on
Apr 17, 2015
Sold by
Thomas Kimberly A
Bought by
Steenson Alexandra C
Seller's Agent
Kevin Yoder
Keller Williams GR East
Buyer's Agent
Karla Karamol
RE/MAX United (Main)
List Price
$99,750
Sold Price
$99,750
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.94%
Original Mortgage
$96,750
Interest Rate
3.68%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 24, 1998
Sold by
Paul Paul J J and Paul C
Bought by
Thomas Thomas K and Thomas Kimberly A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 31, 1991
Sold by
Tolentino Tolentino R R and Tolentino Paul J
Bought by
Thomas Kimberly A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 1988
Bought by
Thomas Kimberly A
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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 | $150,000 | Ata National Title Group Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $99,750 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $86,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $69,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $44,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $160,676 | FHA | |
| Closed | $160,676 | FHA | |
| Closed | $147,283 | FHA | |
| Closed | $7,500 | Second Mortgage Made To Cover Down Payment | |
| Previous Owner | $96,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $117,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $122,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $118,750 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/20/2019 03/20/19 | Sold | $150,000 | +0.1% | $98 / Sq Ft |
| 01/17/2019 01/17/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/09/2019 01/09/19 | For Sale | $149,900 | +50.3% | $98 / Sq Ft |
| 04/17/2015 04/17/15 | Sold | $99,750 | 0.0% | $65 / Sq Ft |
| 03/18/2015 03/18/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/16/2015 03/16/15 | For Sale | $99,750 | -- | $65 / 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 | $2,570 | $116,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,570 | $105,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,462 | $90,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,476 | $82,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,421 | $76,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,314 | $70,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,704 | $64,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,645 | $56,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,601 | $45,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,621 | $44,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,337 | $44,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $40,900 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
L
Seller's Agent in 2019
Lou Mojica
Charter Properties
(616) 633-9024
16 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Jason Churchill
RE/MAX Michigan
(616) 304-4035
69 Total Sales
-
K
Seller's Agent in 2015
Kevin Yoder
Keller Williams GR East
-
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Karla Karamol
RE/MAX Michigan
(616) 460-1634
1 in this area
141 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 15007306
APN: 41-18-05-480-014
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