NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2026 Emerald Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505

Creston Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $261,000 - $304,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,260 Sq Ft
$232/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 21, 2020

Last sale price $212,000 $168 Per Sq Ft

Est. 38% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,823/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Bungalow
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Porch
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of August 2020

Here is the home you've been waiting for! Many improvements including fresh paint, new windows, water heater, carpet and landscaping. New roof in 2016. Home boasts 2 main floor bedrooms and 2 additional upstairs. Enjoy morning coffee on the enclosed back porch that leads the the fenced-in backyard! There's even amble rec space in the semi-finished basement.
Super cute and well laid-out Bungalow with convenient access to Downtown, highways, and Plainfield. Call today for a private showing! No offers presented prior to Tuesday July 21st at 4pm.

Last Listed By

Jennifer Tramper

Rockford Realty Co. License #6501398909 Listed on: 07/17/2020

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,340

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 44x150
  • Level Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,260 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,340

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1940
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Architectural Style Bungalow: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1260.0
  • Window Features: Replacement, Window Treatments
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 860.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: 3 Season Room
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 190000.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Porch(es)
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Area: 0.15
  • Lot Dimensions: 44x150
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6534.0
  • Zoning Description: Res
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1340.08
  • Tax Year: 2019

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2020
Closed on
Aug 21, 2020
Sold by
Curtis Christopher Michael
Bought by
Curtis Christopher Michael and Brown Alicia Marie
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Tramper
Rockford Realty Co.
Buyer's Agent
Sydny Gray
Keller Williams GR North
List Price
$190,000
Sold Price
$212,000
Premium/Discount to List
$22,000
11.58%
Total Days on Market
5
Current Estimated Value
$291,813

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$79,813
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.50%
Original Mortgage
$191,400
Outstanding Balance
$172,250
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$113,276

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2014
Closed on
Dec 15, 2014
Sold by
Hill Christopher and Hill Divina
Bought by
Brinkert Cody W and Brinkert Allison B
Seller's Agent
Denise Maghielse
Real Estate with Maghielse &Co
Buyer's Agent
Mary Jo VanderWoude
Greenridge Realty (West)
List Price
$105,000
Sold Price
$104,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$500
-0.48%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.16%
Original Mortgage
$100,842
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2009
Sold by
Russ Timothy and Hill Christopher
Bought by
Hill Christopher

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2006
Sold by
Lima Jean A
Bought by
Russ Timothy and Hill Christopher D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$105,000
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 1998
Sold by
Quincer Quincer R R and Quincer Lima J
Bought by
Hill Lima J and Hill Christopher

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
Curtis Christopher Michael -- None Available
Curtis Christopher Michael $212,000 None Available
Brinkert Cody W $104,500 Chicago Title
Hill Christopher -- None Available
Russ Timothy $105,000 Fatic
Hill Lima J $74,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Curtis Christopher Michael $191,400
Previous Owner Brinkert Cody $98,300
Previous Owner Brinkert Cody W $100,842
Previous Owner Russ Timothy $105,000
Previous Owner Lima Jean A $74,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/21/2020 08/21/20 Sold $212,000 +11.6% $168 / Sq Ft
07/22/2020 07/22/20 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2020 07/17/20 For Sale $190,000 +81.8% $151 / Sq Ft
12/05/2014 12/05/14 Sold $104,500 -0.5% $83 / Sq Ft
10/18/2014 10/18/14 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2014 09/08/14 For Sale $105,000 -- $83 / 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 $2,463 $99,100 $0 $0
2023 $2,499 $90,500 $0 $0
2022 $2,372 $76,900 $0 $0
2021 $2,319 $68,200 $0 $0
2020 $1,280 $62,400 $0 $0
2019 $1,340 $59,500 $0 $0
2018 $1,294 $56,700 $0 $0
2017 $1,260 $48,000 $0 $0
2016 $1,275 $36,000 $0 $0
2015 $1,186 $36,000 $0 $0
2013 -- $30,300 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Jennifer Tramper

    Rockford Realty Co.

    (231) 598-1024

    3 in this area

    49 Total Sales

    Jennifer Tramper
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  • S

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Sydny Gray

    Keller Williams GR North

    (616) 447-9100

    2 in this area

    78 Total Sales

    Sydny Gray
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  • Ginger Baxter

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Ginger Baxter

    Keller Williams GR North

    (616) 437-0559

    4 in this area

    499 Total Sales

    Ginger Baxter
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  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Denise Maghielse

    Real Estate with Maghielse &Co

    (616) 977-7790

    4 in this area

    271 Total Sales

    Denise Maghielse
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  • D

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Darcy DiCesare

    Real Estate with Maghielse &Co

    (616) 901-1281

    3 in this area

    148 Total Sales

    Darcy DiCesare
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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Mary Jo VanderWoude

    Greenridge Realty (West)

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20028026

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-08-357-011

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49505 Creston

2026 Emerald Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI

Homes for Sale in Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 2026 Emerald Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 since 17 July 2020 and is currently estimated at $291,813, approximately $231 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 2026 Emerald Ave NE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Riverside Middle School, Union High School, and Wellspring Preparatory High School.

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