Sharon Straw
@properties Christie's International R.E.
(269) 247-5744
86 Total Sales
10 in Buchanan
$43K - $285K Price Range
203 W Front St Buchanan, MI 49107
Buchanan AreaEstimated Value: $291,000 - $335,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,765
Sq Ft
$115/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Patio
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Victorian Architecture
- Tankless Water Heater
About This Home
As of October 2022Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own one of Buchanans historic ''brick palaces''. Located in downtown Buchanan. this Italian Renaissance designed home features carved limestone arches over the Florentine windows ,imported Italian brick exterior as well as marble fireplace. Plenty of room to stretch out with 3 large bedrooms, den/office area and possible 4th bedroom on lower level, 2.5 baths and so many hard to find original features including 10 ft ceilings, elaborate crown molding, spindled staircase, intricate woodwork, 3 fireplaces, shuttered windows, and a nice open kitchen with pantry and stainless appliances. Updates in past five years include flooring, electric upgrades, newer furnace, newer tankless water heater, and interior upgrades. Close to wine country and Chic
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Howard Hanna Real Estate License #6501409160 Listed on: 08/23/2022
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,909
Year Built
- Built in 1867
Lot Details
- 10,415 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 69x149
- Fenced
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,765 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Natural lighting in basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Iron Water Filter
- Tankless Water Heater
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Water Purifier
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 23, 2022
Closed on
Sep 30, 2022
Sold by
Brownlee Melanie R
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Matthew Pleasant
Howard Hanna Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Brian Floor
Century 21 Affiliated
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-5.14%
Views
79
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$42,850
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.78%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 6, 2018
Closed on
Dec 17, 2018
Sold by
Kimberly Gracen
Bought by
Brownlee Melanie R
Seller's Agent
Shelby Vankuiken
Five Star Real Estate (M6)
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Pleasant
Howard Hanna Real Estate
List Price
$244,500
Sold Price
$234,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,500
-4.29%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.33%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 6, 2018
Closed on
Dec 14, 2018
Sold by
Gracen Kimberly
Bought by
Brownlee Melanie R
Seller's Agent
Shelby Vankuiken
Five Star Real Estate (M6)
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Pleasant
Howard Hanna Real Estate
List Price
$244,500
Sold Price
$234,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,500
-4.29%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 27, 2016
Closed on
Feb 17, 2017
Sold by
Powell Joshua and Gallagher Colleen F
Bought by
Gracen Kimberly
Seller's Agent
Maureen Culp
RE/MAX Harbor Country
Buyer's Agent
Shelby Vankuiken
Five Star Real Estate (M6)
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$162,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-7.14%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.46%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 2013
Sold by
Powell Sarah A and Powell Sara
Bought by
Powell Joshua
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 12, 2006
Sold by
Vella Gordon K and Frahm Vella Suzanne M
Bought by
Powell Joshua and Powell Sarah
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,900
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 2002
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 31, 1997
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 30, 1997
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 9, 1996
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 11, 1984
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 18, 1980
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Buchanan, MI
-
Sharon Straw
-
Vikki Wade
Vikki Wade
The Shore Real Estate Group
(269) 247-7808
38 Total Sales
1 in Buchanan
$47,500 Price
-
Bob MacKenzie
Bob MacKenzie
Real Estate One Inc -SCS
(989) 368-8826
118 Total Sales
1 in Buchanan
$118,000 Price
-
Carol Wight-Barrett
Carol Wight-Barrett
eXp Realty
(269) 468-0210
83 Total Sales
1 in Buchanan
$251,000 Price
-
Kathy Lampert
Kathy Lampert
eXp Realty, LLC
(574) 318-3751
110 Total Sales
2 in Buchanan
$225K - $268K Price Range
-
Dennis Bamber
Dennis Bamber
Cressy & Everett- Elkhart
(574) 307-6776
201 Total Sales
1 in Buchanan
$540,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $275,000 | Near North Title Group | ||
| Brownlee Melanie R | $234,000 | Mtc | |
| Brownlee Melanie R | $234,000 | Meridian Title Co | |
| Gracen Kimberly | -- | Multiple | |
| Powell Joshua | -- | None Available | |
| Powell Joshua | $219,900 | Meridian Title Corporation | |
| -- | $172,500 | -- | |
| -- | $121,500 | -- | |
| -- | $121,500 | -- | |
| -- | $87,500 | -- | |
| -- | $50,000 | -- | |
| -- | $73,600 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $175,900 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/03/2022 10/03/22 | Sold | $275,000 | -3.3% | $99 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/12/2022 09/12/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/08/2022 09/08/22 | Price Changed | $284,444 | -1.9% | $103 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/23/2022 08/23/22 | For Sale | $289,900 | +23.9% | $105 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/14/2018 12/14/18 | Sold | $234,000 | -4.3% | $83 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/26/2018 11/26/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/06/2018 08/06/18 | For Sale | $244,500 | +50.5% | $87 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/24/2017 02/24/17 | Sold | $162,500 | -7.1% | $59 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/16/2017 02/16/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/27/2016 09/27/16 | For Sale | $175,000 | -- | $63 / Sq Ft |
Source: MichRIC
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,013 | $155,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $4,903 | $137,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $4,575 | $134,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $4,414 | $119,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,747 | $107,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,909 | $99,000 | $3,900 | $95,100 |
| 2020 | $3,858 | $100,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,787 | $82,500 | $2,300 | $80,200 |
| 2018 | $3,420 | $82,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,421 | $84,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,397 | $83,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,391 | $82,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $3,083 | $82,800 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Matthew Pleasant
Seller's Agent in 2022
Matthew Pleasant
Howard Hanna Real Estate
(574) 386-6129
149 Total Sales
-
Brian Floor
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Brian Floor
Century 21 Affiliated
(269) 362-4029
22 Total Sales
-
SV
Seller's Agent in 2018
Shelby Vankuiken
Five Star Real Estate (M6)
-
Kristy Jones
KJ
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Kristy Jones
Five Star Real Estate (M6)
(616) 295-4301
87 Total Sales
-
Maureen Culp
Seller's Agent in 2017
Maureen Culp
RE/MAX Michigan
(269) 759-9994
130 Total Sales
Map
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 22036408
APN: 11-58-7550-0001-00-3
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