NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1979 Severn Rd Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Estimated Value: $300,495 - $435,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,312 Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 19, 2012

Last sale price $149,000 $64 Per Sq Ft

Est. 145% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,204/month

84 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • John Monteith Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of January 2012

WOW! This home is a rare find - spacious brick colonial with 4 bedrooms, 2 and 1/2 baths. Master with cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet and private bath. Living room with gas fireplace. Formal dining room. Kitchen with eating space adjacent to family room. Newer furnace, roof and windows. Sprinkler system in 2011. Must see to believe! A wonderful home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patty Riley

Coldwell Banker Professionals License #MISPE-6501233386 Listed on: 08/29/2011

Coldwell Banker Professionals

Last Buyer's Agent

Thomas Taber

Adlhoch & Associates, REALTORS License #MISPE-6501215540

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x140
  • Fenced Yard
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,312 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • North High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 40015010232000

Community Details

Overview

  • Grosse Pointe Country Club Subdivision

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Community Playground
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Originating MLS: MiRealSource
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type Of Property: Single Family
  • Architecture Style: Colonial
  • Structure Style: 2 Story
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Mail City: Grosse Pointe Woods
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable/Internet Avail., Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Hardwood Floors, Walk-In Closet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Gas Fireplace, LivRoom Fireplace
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: Block
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedroom 1: On Upper Floor, Dimensions: 18 x 14
  • Bedroom 2: On Upper Floor, Dimensions: 12 x 11
  • Bedroom 3: On Upper Floor, Dimensions: 14 x 11
  • Bedroom 4: On Upper Floor, Dimensions: 13 x 12
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Room Types: Family Room, Living Room, Lower Level Laundry
  • Breakfast Nook: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 11 x 9
  • Dining Room: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 11 x 13
  • Family Room: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 15 x 11
  • Kitchen: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 14 x 10
  • Living Room: On Entry Level, Dimensions: 18 x 13
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2312
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 2312
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard, Lawn Sprinkler, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Frontage: 40

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Detached Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public At Street
  • Water: Public Water at Street
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Cooling: Central A/C

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Marina, Park, Playground, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Schools

  • High School: NORTH

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 40015010232000
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Dimensions: 40x140
  • Acreage: 0.13

Tax Info

  • Summer Tax: Year: 2010, Amount: $2,441.00
  • Winter Tax: Year: 2010, Amount: $2,157.00
  • Taxable Value: 91600
  • Total Tax: Year: 2010, Amount: $4,598.00
  • SEV Year: 2010

MLS Schools

  • School District: Grosse Pointe Public Schools
  • HighSchool: NORTH

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 29, 2011
Closed on
Jan 19, 2012
Sold by
Betanzos Raphael and Noethen Susan
Bought by
Ali Basem A
Seller's Agent
Patty Riley
Coldwell Banker Professionals
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Taber
Adlhoch & Associates, REALTORS
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$149,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,000
-14.86%
Total Days on Market
84
Current Estimated Value
$364,624

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$215,624
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.67%
Original Mortgage
$135,441
Outstanding Balance
$96,020
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$257,264

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2006
Sold by
Betanzos Raphael and Betanzos Teresa
Bought by
Betanzos Raphael

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 1999
Source: Public Records

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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
Ali Basem A $149,000 Capital Title Ins Agency
Betanzos Raphael -- None Available
-- $302,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ali Basem A $135,441
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/19/2012 01/19/12 Sold $149,000 -14.9% $64 / Sq Ft
11/21/2011 11/21/11 Pending -- -- --
08/29/2011 08/29/11 For Sale $175,000 -- $76 / Sq Ft
Source: Michigan Multiple Listing Service

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 $3,222 $116,400 $0 $0
2023 $3,098 $108,000 $0 $0
2022 $4,852 $96,800 $0 $0
2021 $4,625 $91,800 $0 $0
2020 $4,763 $97,100 $0 $0
2019 $2,820 $84,800 $0 $0
2018 $2,772 $80,300 $0 $0
2017 $3,221 $87,900 $0 $0
2016 $4,391 $85,900 $0 $0
2015 $7,610 $76,100 $0 $0
2013 $8,150 $83,300 $0 $0
2012 -- $80,400 $15,900 $64,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • P

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Patty Riley

    Coldwell Banker Professionals

    (313) 598-6107

    3 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Patty Riley
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  • Thomas Taber

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Thomas Taber

    Adlhoch & Associates, REALTORS

    (313) 819-8779

    4 Total Sales

    Thomas Taber
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Map

Source: Michigan Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 31071074

Michigan Multiple Listing Service

APN: 40-015-01-0232-000

Michigan Wayne County Grosse Pointe Woods 48236

1979 Severn Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

This home is located at 1979 Severn Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236 since 29 August 2011 and is currently estimated at $364,624, approximately $157 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 1979 Severn Rd is a home located in Wayne County with nearby schools including John Monteith Elementary School, Brownell Middle School, and Grosse Pointe North High School.

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