NOT LISTED FOR SALE

202 Cardinal Ave Battle Creek, MI 49037

Estimated Value: $289,000 - $404,068

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,525 Sq Ft
$136/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 28, 2023

Last sale price $325,000 $129 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,321/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 4.08 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • 5 Car Detached Garage
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Screened Porch
  • Patio

About This Home

As of April 2023

****OFFER ACCEPTED, OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED***
This Frank Lloyd Wright inspired mid century modern home has been lovingly restored to its original splendor. Named ''The Hilltop House'' & ''a design before its time'' by the Battle Creek Enquirer in the 50's this is truly a one of a kind, must see home. There is not enough space to truly describe this home, the photos tell the story. The main home is 1,778 sq ft, 3 bdrm & 2 baths-guest suite is 660 sq ft of private living space w/ the 2 sides sharing a breezeway/ laundry room space. The hexagonal shape provides stunning views in every direction w/ an open floorplan centered around the fireplace. The guest suite has its own bdrm, bath, kitchen & living rm. Outside is a 5 car garage, screened porch & more all on 4 wooded, private acres.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jane Pennings

Chuck Jaqua, REALTOR License #6501285633 Listed on: 03/30/2023

Chuck Jaqua, REALTOR

Last Buyer's Agent

Tammy Stelling

@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6501303513

@properties Christie's International R.E.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,701

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 4.08 Acre Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 5 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,525 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Septic System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,701

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Parking

5

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Mid-Century Modern
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1957
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 2525.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 2701.0
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: No
  • Lot Description:Wooded: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic System: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Substructure:Partial: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Lot Description:Rolling Hills: Yes
  • Substructure:Slab: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Roofing:Shingle: Yes
  • Landscape:Flower Garden: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 2525.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style Mid Century Modern: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Partial, Slab
  • LivingArea: 2525.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 660.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Fireplace:Wood Burning: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Scrn Porch
  • List Price: 300000.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Rolling Hills
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Scrn Porch: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 5.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 5.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 4.08
  • Lot Size Area: 4.08
  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 177725.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2701.0
  • Tax Year: 2022

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 8, 2018
Closed on
Dec 28, 2018
Sold by
Putman Kathleen and Westcott Leila B
Bought by
Post Hill Kurt and Hill Timmy
Seller's Agent
Krista Schrader
Keller Williams Kalamazoo Market Center
Buyer's Agent
Jane Pennings
Chuck Jaqua, REALTOR
List Price
$160,000
Sold Price
$141,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-11.88%
Current Estimated Value
$344,517

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$203,517
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.06%
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
Post Hill Kurt $141,000 Chicago Title Of Michigan In
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/28/2023 04/28/23 Sold $325,000 +8.3% $129 / Sq Ft
04/01/2023 04/01/23 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2023 03/30/23 For Sale $300,000 +112.8% $119 / Sq Ft
12/27/2018 12/27/18 Sold $141,000 -11.9% $56 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/30/2018 11/30/18 Pending -- -- --
11/08/2018 11/08/18 For Sale $160,000 -- $63 / 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 $5,922 $102,800 $0 $0
2024 $3,122 $99,700 $0 $0
2023 $2,701 $87,400 $0 $0
2022 $1,492 $78,700 $0 $0
2021 $2,526 $72,900 $0 $0
2020 $2,492 $66,400 $0 $0
2019 $2,708 $62,900 $0 $0
2018 $0 $65,900 $15,500 $50,400
2017 $2,242 $63,700 $0 $0
2016 $2,242 $63,000 $0 $0
2015 -- $62,100 $0 $0
2014 -- $55,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 23009324

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 04-530-044-00