1981 Laraway Lake Dr SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Forest Hills Neighborhood
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,894
Sq Ft
0.58
Acres
Highlights
- 85 Feet of Waterfront
- Docks
- Recreation Room
- Thornapple Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- Traditional Architecture
About This Home
As of July 2025Beautiful home located on peaceful Laraway Lake in Forest Hills Schools! Main floor opens to foyer/mudroom with slate floors. Large kitchen with concrete countertops and tile backsplash opens to dining area and bonus space perfect for an office, play area, sitting room etc and spacious living room. Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. Also on the main floor is a convenient 1/2 bath/laundry combo room. Upper level features 2 large bedrooms and a full bath. Lots of potential in the lower level with a finished rec room and lots of space to create additional bedrooms,bathroom and living area. Tons of windows throughout the home to appreciate the views of the lake and park like yard and gardens. Large deck perfect for entertaining. Attached 2 car garage. Furnace, A/C and roof all new in 2018. Private showings will not be permitted until after 10:00am 8/28/2020. Seller requires two hours notice for showings. Seller has directed listing agent/broker to hold all offers until 8/31/20 at 5:00pm
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX United (Beltline) License #6501380581 Listed on: 08/27/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,179
Year Built
- Built in 1946
Lot Details
- 0.58 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100x273x85x254
- 85 Feet of Waterfront
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,894 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Mud Room
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
- Walk-Out Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
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- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- No Wake Zone
- Docks
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 27, 2020
Closed on
Oct 8, 2020
Sold by
Waller Justin and Cousins Jennifer
Bought by
Triemstra Tyler
Seller's Agent
Mollie Dauser
RE/MAX United (Beltline)
Buyer's Agent
Schaefer Fraley
Renova Realty LLC
List Price
$265,000
Sold Price
$265,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.62%
Original Mortgage
$212,000
Outstanding Balance
$189,837
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$275,742
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 2, 2011
Sold by
Chu Kreft Hiu Fung
Bought by
Waller Justin and Cousins Jennifer
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,713
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2007
Sold by
Stevens Jeffrey S
Bought by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 10, 2006
Sold by
Estate Of James Jakubiec
Bought by
Stevens Jeffrey S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$209,900
Interest Rate
8.6%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 13, 2005
Sold by
Jakubiec James L
Bought by
Jakubiec James L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
1.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 23, 2004
Sold by
Jakubiec James L and Jakubiec Rosalene A
Bought by
Jakubiec James L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 1996
Sold by
Jakubiec James L
Bought by
Waller Jakubiec and Waller Justin
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 10, 1995
Bought by
Jakubiec James L and Waller Justin
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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 | $265,000 | Chicago Title Of Michigan In | |
| Warranty Deed | $119,750 | Grand Rapids Title Agency Ll | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $141,080 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $209,900 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $117,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $212,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $172,033 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $116,713 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $110,461 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $209,900 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $175,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2025 07/11/25 | Sold | $451,000 | 0.0% | $188 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2025 07/01/25 | For Sale | $451,000 | +70.2% | $188 / Sq Ft |
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/09/2020 10/09/20 | Sold | $265,000 | 0.0% | $140 / Sq Ft |
| 08/31/2020 08/31/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/27/2020 08/27/20 | For Sale | $265,000 | -- | $140 / 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 | $3,850 | $252,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $3,850 | $243,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $5,871 | $204,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $5,641 | $164,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $5,183 | $148,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,142 | $144,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,149 | $142,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,108 | $120,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,096 | $108,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,989 | $102,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $102,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $89,200 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kelli Scheffers
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kelli Scheffers
eXp Realty LLC
(269) 377-4761
1 in this area
194 Total Sales
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Non Member
Non-Office
-
Mollie Dauser
Seller's Agent in 2020
Mollie Dauser
RE/MAX Michigan
(616) 826-7672
6 in this area
85 Total Sales
-
Schaefer Fraley
S
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Schaefer Fraley
Renova Realty LLC
(616) 401-9872
1 in this area
60 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 20035425
APN: 41-19-04-351-009
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