NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1939 Lafayette Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505

Creston Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $213,000 - $229,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
864 Sq Ft
$255/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 15, 2020

Last sale price $154,900 $179 Per Sq Ft

Est. 42% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,380/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Dining Area
  • Living Room
  • Replacement Windows
  • 1-minute walk to Briggs Park

About This Home

As of December 2020

Beautifully remodeled 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Ranch in NE GR! Just a few doors down from Briggs Park for well under $175K! Features include hardwood floors throughout the living and dining room, along with new tile in the kitchen & bathrooms, updated kitchen including appliances, cabinets, counter, and fixtures. Newer roof, furnace, and vinyl siding, as well as an updated bathroom. Located across the street from Briggs Park and a short bike ride to Riverside Park provide convenient options to enjoy the outdoors! All kitchen appliances included! Set appointment today!

Last Listed By

John Cremer

Five Star Real Estate (Grandv) License #6502418398 Listed on: 11/04/2020

Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,477

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 3,444 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 42 x 82

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 864 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Replacement Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Location

  • Mineral Rights Excluded

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,477

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1925
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 864.0
  • Window Features: Replacement, Insulated Windows
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 864.0
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 154900.0
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Size Area: 0.08
  • Lot Dimensions: 42 x 82
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3444.0
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1477.0
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 4, 2020
Closed on
Dec 15, 2020
Sold by
Bunda Justin Michael and Udell Stephanie Sue
Bought by
Volskuilen Kent Peter
Seller's Agent
John Cremer
Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Patrick
Keller Williams Realty Rivertown
List Price
$154,900
Sold Price
$154,900
Total Days on Market
8
Current Estimated Value
$220,475

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$65,575
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.81%
Original Mortgage
$139,410
Outstanding Balance
$126,383
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$98,430

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 30, 2019
Closed on
Jul 12, 2019
Sold by
Bullen Randy
Bought by
Udell Stephanie Sue and Bunda Justin Michael
Seller's Agent
Tim VandenToorn
United Realty Services LLC
Buyer's Agent
John Cremer
Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$132,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,100
1.62%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.84%
Original Mortgage
$133,536
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2018
Sold by
Wilson Christopher M and Wilson Kyle W
Bought by
Bullen Randy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2017
Sold by
Wilson Laura K
Bought by
Wilson Laura K and Wilson Christopher M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 1994
Sold by
Kozlowski Kozlowski L L and Kozlowski Wilson L
Bought by
Wilson Laura K

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 1987
Bought by
Wilson Laura K

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 1984
Bought by
Wilson Laura K

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
Volskuilen Kent Peter $154,900 Star Title Agency Llc
Udell Stephanie Sue $136,000 Irongate Title Agency Llc
Bullen Randy $70,000 Devon Title Company
Wilson Laura K -- None Available
Wilson Laura K -- --
Wilson Laura K $33,000 --
Wilson Laura K $33,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Volskuilen Kent Peter $139,410
Previous Owner Udell Stephanie Sue $133,536
Previous Owner Wilson Laura K $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/15/2020 12/15/20 Sold $154,900 0.0% $179 / Sq Ft
11/12/2020 11/12/20 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2020 11/04/20 For Sale $154,900 +17.3% $179 / Sq Ft
07/12/2019 07/12/19 Sold $132,000 +1.6% $153 / Sq Ft
06/03/2019 06/03/19 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2019 05/30/19 For Sale $129,900 -- $150 / 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
2024 $1,898 $73,400 $0 $0
2023 $1,926 $66,300 $0 $0
2022 $1,828 $59,400 $0 $0
2021 $1,751 $51,500 $0 $0
2020 $1,477 $44,800 $0 $0
2019 $880 $40,800 $0 $0
2018 $880 $35,200 $0 $0
2017 $857 $31,700 $0 $0
2016 $929 $29,100 $0 $0
2015 $864 $29,100 $0 $0
2013 -- $25,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • John Cremer

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    John Cremer

    Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)

    (616) 437-9166

    12 in this area

    624 Total Sales

    John Cremer
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Cody Clemons

    Five Star Real Estate GH

    (616) 843-6797

    1 in this area

    55 Total Sales

    Cody Clemons
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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Christopher Patrick

    Keller Williams Realty Rivertown

    (616) 558-3758

    2 in this area

    44 Total Sales

    Christopher Patrick
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  • Tim VandenToorn

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Tim VandenToorn

    United Realty Services LLC

    (616) 965-2304

    9 in this area

    90 Total Sales

    Tim VandenToorn
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20046325

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-18-126-028

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49505 Creston

1939 Lafayette Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI

Homes for Sale in Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 1939 Lafayette Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 since 04 November 2020 and is currently estimated at $220,475, approximately $255 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 1939 Lafayette Ave NE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Palmer School, Riverside Middle School, and Union High School.

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