NOT LISTED FOR SALE

201 Benjamin Ave SE Unit 201-203 Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Eastown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $438,000 - $527,000

-- Bed
-- Bath
-- Sq Ft
7,100 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold February 09, 2024

Last sale price $414,900

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,754/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wooded Lot
  • Laundry Room
  • 4 Car Garage
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

As of February 2024

Don't miss this golden investment opportunity nestled in the heart of Eastown-a prime location - with a variety of eateries, parks, and cafes at your doorstep, and downtown Grand Rapids just a short distance away. UNITS INSPECTED BY CITY OF GR/6 YR CERTIFICATION THRU 2029. Presenting a charming 2-unit home that radiates warmth from every corner. Each unit, with its inviting wrap-around porch, offers ample privacy. Step inside to find soaring ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, and an abundance of natural light that brings a sense of openness to the formal living spaces. The spacious and well-appointed kitchens, complete with a full appliance package, provide the perfect setting for culinary exploration. The graciously sized bedrooms are complemented by airy bathrooms and generous closet space. Each unit also boasts a single-car garage, two shared drives, a large basement perfect for storage, and for Unit 203, a private rear porch. New roof 2006; High Efficiency Furnaces in both units (2019 and 2023); Some Windows Recently Replaced; Deck Replaced/Unit 203; New Electric Panels Updated to Both Units 2006. This property truly stands as a testament to comfort, convenience, and potential for remarkable returns.
Both Units are currently occupied with lease expiration on Unit 201 is 1/31/24: 1,500 SF-$920.00/mo. Lease expiration on Unit 203 6/30/24: 1,500 SF-$945.00/mo. Future potential rentals rates up to $1,450.00/mo. Security deposits $700.00 for each unit. Buyer to verify all information and future rental rates.
NEW! NEW! NEW-Fannie Mae unveiled a new policy this week that will significantly reduce down payment requirements for owner-occupied 2-, 3-, and 4-unit homes. Set to be effective from the weekend following Nov. 18, 2023, the down payment will now be 5%, a stark decrease from the previous 15-25% requisite for duplexes, triplexes, and four-plexes. Contact your lender for details.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Arija Wilcox

Keller Williams GR North License #6501313755 Listed on: 11/30/2023

Keller Williams GR North

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Carr

City2Shore Real Estate Inc. License #6502392768

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,963

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • 7,100 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 59x120
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry Room

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Shared Gas Meter
  • Separate Water Meter
  • Shared Water Meter
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • 2 Units

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tenant pays for electric, trash collection, gas
  • The owner pays for water, sewer

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,963

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: 2 to 4 Units
  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: 2 to 4 Units
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 59x120
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 3962.93
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: Multi-Fam
  • General Property Info:Total _pound_ Units: 2
  • Lot Description:Wooded: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total _pound_ Bldgs: 1.0
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Electric4: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Telephone Line: Yes
  • Extras:Sep Gas Meter: Yes
  • Extras:Sep Water Meter: Yes
  • Laundry Features Laundry Room: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • List Price: 414900.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Number of Buildings: 1
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • General Property Info:Total Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • Extras:Garages: Yes
  • Unit 1:Garage4: Yes
  • Unit 2:Garage5: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Storm Sewer Available, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Electric Connected, Cable Connected

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Lot Size Area: 0.16
  • Lot Dimensions: 59x120
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7100.0
  • Zoning Description: Multi-Fam
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Owner Pays: Water, Sewer
  • Tenant Pays: Electric, Trash Collection, Gas

Multi Family

  • Number of Units Total: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3962.93
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 30, 2023
Closed on
Feb 9, 2024
Sold by
Vandenbrand Todd J
Bought by
Roberts Susan E and Roberts Gerald
Seller's Agent
Arija Wilcox
Keller Williams GR North
Buyer's Agent
Laura Carr
City2Shore Real Estate Inc.
List Price
$414,900
Sold Price
$414,900
Views
37
Current Estimated Value
$435,362

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$20,462
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.39%
Original Mortgage
$401,052
Outstanding Balance
$395,133
Interest Rate
6.61%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$72,691

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2012
Sold by
Van Properties Llc
Bought by
Vandenbrand Todd J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$117,800
Interest Rate
3.59%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2007
Sold by
Vandenbrand Todd
Bought by
Van Properties Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2006
Sold by
Werkema Heather E and Knapp Heather E
Bought by
Vandenbrand Todd

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 1997
Bought by
Knapp Heather E and Vandenbrand Todd J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 1990
Sold by
Cranbrook P
Bought by
Vandenbrand Todd J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 3, 1990
Sold by
Garvey Garvey J J and Garvey Cranbrook
Bought by
Vandenbrand Todd J
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Roberts Susan E $414,900 None Listed On Document
Vandenbrand Todd J -- None Available
Van Properties Llc -- None Available
Vandenbrand Todd $150,000 Chicago Title Company
Knapp Heather E $89,900 --
Vandenbrand Todd J $64,000 --
Vandenbrand Todd J $7,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Roberts Susan E $401,052
Previous Owner Vandenbrand Todd J $117,800
Previous Owner Vandenbrand Todd $120,000
Previous Owner Werkema Timothy D $75,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/09/2024 02/09/24 Sold $414,900 0.0% --
12/15/2023 12/15/23 Pending -- -- --
11/30/2023 11/30/23 For Sale $414,900 -- --
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 $4,204 $225,800 $0 $0
2024 $4,204 $203,500 $0 $0
2023 $4,170 $169,100 $0 $0
2022 $3,963 $154,600 $0 $0
2021 $3,861 $145,500 $0 $0
2020 $3,732 $138,300 $0 $0
2019 $3,821 $124,600 $0 $0
2018 $3,704 $112,900 $0 $0
2017 $3,660 $91,300 $0 $0
2016 $3,678 $80,000 $0 $0
2015 $3,504 $80,000 $0 $0
2013 -- $66,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 23143222

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-29-405-017