$117,700
SOLD SEP 30, 2014

19 Benjamin Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Eastown Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,118 Sq Ft
4,966 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$56 Per Sq Ft

16% Below List Price

137 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Shed
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • High Speed Internet

About This Home

As of June 2022

One of the best locations Grand Rapids has to offer. Conveniently located close to the Fulton Street Farmers Market, a short walk to local Eastown Restaurants and Shops, and a nice bike ride to downtown Grand Rapids. Also, just around the corner is the beautiful Wilcox Park. This 3 bedroom 2 full bathroom home is a steal at $124,900. House has been freshly painted and hardwood floors have been refinished. Main floor has a huge formal dining area and large living area. The living area has a beautiful fireplace with mantel. The house has original hardwood floors throughout the main floor and upstairs. Most of the mechanicals have been updated. Furnace was recently replaced and has a 10 year warranty transferrable to the buyer. Home has a newer roof and has all vinyl replacement windows. Call

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ashleigh VanDuinen-Leistra

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH) Listed on: 04/18/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Ashleigh VanDuinen-Leistra

Re/Max of Grand Rapids (Grandville) License #6501369240

Re/Max of Grand Rapids (Grandville)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,416

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • 4,966 Sq Ft Lot
  • The property's road front is unimproved

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,118 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • Natural Gas Connected
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,416

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1890
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Built in Oven, Cook Top, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Whirlpool Tub, Wood Floor
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • LivingArea: 2118.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 124900.0
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Road Surface Type: Unimproved
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, Broadband

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4966.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2022
Closed on
Jun 17, 2022
Sold by
Clark Brian J and Clark Brian J
Bought by
Kramer Mitchell and Kramer Catherine
Seller's Agent
Ashleigh VanDuinen-Leistra
Re/Max of Grand Rapids (Grandville)
Buyer's Agent
Carmen Veurink
HomeRealty, LLC
List Price
$374,900
Sold Price
$437,000
Premium/Discount to List
$62,100
16.56%
Current Estimated Value
$448,003

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,003
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.06%
Original Mortgage
$344,000
Outstanding Balance
$329,239
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$123,019

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2014
Closed on
Sep 30, 2014
Sold by
Kempa Wesley
Bought by
Clark Brian J and Clark Jessica M
Seller's Agent
Ashleigh VanDuinen-Leistra
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
Buyer's Agent
Ashleigh VanDuinen-Leistra
Re/Max of Grand Rapids (Grandville)
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$117,700
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,200
-15.87%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.50%
Original Mortgage
$111,815
Interest Rate
4.07%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 2012
Sold by
Kempa Wesley D and Kempa Christina F
Bought by
Kempa Wesley D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$114,341
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 2006
Sold by
Lewis Nathaniel D
Bought by
Kempa Wesley D and Kempa Christina F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$8,998
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 1996
Sold by
Brouwer Brouwer E E and Brouwer Sakshaug W
Bought by
Kempa Sakshaug W and Kempa Wesley D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 1991
Sold by
Brouwer Brouwer E E and Brouwer Sakshaug W
Bought by
Kempa Wesley D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 1984
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $437,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $117,700 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Title Source Inc
Warranty Deed $119,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $41,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed $34,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $344,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $111,815 New Conventional
Previous Owner $114,341 FHA
Previous Owner $119,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/20/2022 06/20/22 Sold $437,000 +16.6% $206 / Sq Ft
05/17/2022 05/17/22 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2022 05/12/22 For Sale $374,900 +218.5% $177 / Sq Ft
09/30/2014 09/30/14 Sold $117,700 -15.9% $56 / Sq Ft
09/02/2014 09/02/14 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2014 04/18/14 For Sale $139,900 -- $66 / 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 $6,416 $238,600 $0 $0
2024 $6,416 $208,800 $0 $0
2023 $6,354 $192,700 $0 $0
2022 $3,536 $166,200 $0 $0
2021 $3,457 $151,500 $0 $0
2020 $3,305 $134,400 $0 $0
2019 $3,462 $127,800 $0 $0
2018 $3,159 $114,000 $0 $0
2017 $3,076 $95,200 $0 $0
2016 $3,113 $87,100 $0 $0
2015 $2,869 $87,100 $0 $0
2013 -- $82,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ashleigh VanDuinen-Leistra

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Ashleigh VanDuinen-Leistra

    Re/Max of Grand Rapids (Grandville)

    (616) 283-3560

    2 in this area

    190 Total Sales

    Ashleigh VanDuinen-Leistra
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  • Carmen Veurink

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Carmen Veurink

    HomeRealty, LLC

    (616) 822-7712

    1 in this area

    29 Total Sales

    Carmen Veurink
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    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Ashleigh VanDuinen

    RE/MAX of G.R. Inc. (SE) - I

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 14018760

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-29-402-016

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49506 Eastown

19 Benjamin Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 19 Benjamin Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 and is currently priced at $117,700, approximately $55 per square foot. This property was built in 1890. 19 Benjamin Ave SE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Congress Elementary, Alger Middle School, and Ottawa Hills High School.

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