NOT LISTED FOR SALE

189 Alma St Sparta, MI 49345

Estimated Value: $234,000 - $251,230

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,008 Sq Ft
$239/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 07, 2021

Last sale price $170,000 $169 Per Sq Ft

Est. 42% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,511/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Deck
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Ridgeview Elementary School Rated A-
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Porch

About This Home

As of July 2021

Pride of Ownership here! Check out this 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1 1/2 Story Craftsman. Enclosed Porch, Living Room with Gas Wood Stove, Main Floor master bedroom with bath and make up area. Kitchen with appliances, Center island, new back splash and upgraded cabinets. Upper level has landing area for an office or study and the second bedroom. Enjoy the Deck off the back overlooking the English Gardens of Perennials. Detached garage, Come take a look to many features to list, Home Warranty included too.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Lamb

Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors License #6506-041938 Listed on: 05/31/2021

Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Perham-Nelson

EXP Realty LLC License #6506046295

EXP Realty LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,734

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 72x150.42
  • Decorative Fence
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is zoned R2, R2

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Unpaved Driveway

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,008 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Snack Bar or Counter

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • SEER Rated 13+ Air Conditioning Units
  • SEER Rated 13-15 Air Conditioning Units
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,734

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Craftsman
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1925
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 72x150.42
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1008.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1734.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: R2
  • 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
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Util Avail at Street:Electric: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Broadband: Yes
  • Driveway:Unpaved: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:SEER 13 or Greater: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Water Heater:Natural Gas4: Yes
  • Additional Items:Home Warranty: Yes
  • Landscape:Garden Area: Yes
  • Landscape:Decor Fence: Yes
  • Additional Items:GasWood Stove: Yes
  • Landscape:Flower Garden: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1008.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Flooring:Laminate Floor: Yes
  • Fencing:Fenced Back: Yes
  • Architectural Style Craftsman: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Broadband, Center Island
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Wood Stove
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1008.0
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 792.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Center Island: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Snack Bar: Yes
  • Appliances:Freezer: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • List Price: 154900.0
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch(es)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Material:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, SEER 13 or Greater
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Size Area: 0.25
  • Lot Dimensions: 72x150.42
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10846.0
  • Zoning Description: R2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1734.0
  • Tax Year: 2021

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 31, 2021
Closed on
Jul 7, 2021
Sold by
Nelson Pamela J
Bought by
Vanderzwaag Timothy
Seller's Agent
Mike Lamb
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Mary Perham-Nelson
EXP Realty LLC
List Price
$154,900
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
9.75%
Current Estimated Value
$240,558

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$70,558
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.45%
Original Mortgage
$173,910
Outstanding Balance
$157,796
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$82,762

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 16, 2015
Closed on
Nov 12, 2015
Sold by
Babbitt Brian Seth and Babbitt Kristen Ann
Bought by
Nelson Pamela J
Seller's Agent
Spencer Geisen
RE/MAX Brokers Plus - I
Buyer's Agent
Steven Elder
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors
List Price
$69,900
Sold Price
$69,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.03%
Original Mortgage
$71,876
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2001
Sold by
Pulsifer Martin L and Beth Pulsifer W
Bought by
Babbitt Brian Seth and Babbitt Kristen Ann
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
Vanderzwaag Timothy $170,000 Chicago Title Of Mi Inc
Nelson Pamela J $69,900 None Available
Babbitt Brian Seth -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vanderzwaag Timothy $173,910
Previous Owner Nelson Pamela J $71,876
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/07/2021 07/07/21 Sold $170,000 +9.7% $169 / Sq Ft
06/01/2021 06/01/21 Pending -- -- --
05/31/2021 05/31/21 For Sale $154,900 +121.6% $154 / Sq Ft
11/12/2015 11/12/15 Sold $69,900 0.0% $59 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/18/2015 09/18/15 Pending -- -- --
09/16/2015 09/16/15 For Sale $69,900 -- $59 / 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 $2,816 $104,700 $0 $0
2024 $2,816 $97,600 $0 $0
2023 $2,689 $87,100 $0 $0
2022 $3,153 $76,000 $0 $0
2021 $1,723 $61,300 $0 $0
2020 $1,385 $57,300 $0 $0
2019 $1,193 $53,600 $0 $0
2018 $1,605 $43,100 $0 $0
2017 $2,472 $37,100 $0 $0
2016 $1,518 $34,500 $0 $0
2015 -- $34,500 $0 $0
2013 -- $32,600 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mike Lamb

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Mike Lamb

    Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors

    (616) 887-7307

    143 Total Sales

    Mike Lamb
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Mary Perham-Nelson

    EXP Realty LLC

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    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Logan Perham

    EXP Realty LLC

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Spencer Geisen

    RE/MAX Brokers Plus - I

  • S

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Steven Elder

    Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors

    (616) 558-2332

    59 Total Sales

    Steven Elder
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 21019965

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-05-14-308-015

Michigan Kent County Sparta 49345

189 Alma St, Sparta, MI

This home is located at 189 Alma St, Sparta, MI 49345 since 31 May 2021 and is currently estimated at $240,558, approximately $238 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 189 Alma St is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Ridgeview Elementary School, Appleview Elementary School, and Sparta Middle School.

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