NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2136 Ames Dr Portage, MI 49002

Estimated Value: $631,000 - $881,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,012 Sq Ft
$263/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 17, 2021

Last sale price $679,500 $226 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,278 / mo

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 52 Feet of Waterfront
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Portage Central Middle School Rated A-
  • Bonus Room
  • Patio

About This Home

As of December 2021

Prepare to be absolutely blown away at this incredible West Lake home. The current owner has transformed this once lake cottage into a show stopper! Hardwood floors adorn the main level kitchen and eating area. Granite counters, tons of storage and SS appliances anchor the kitchen. This space is open to the eating area and family room. There is a bedroom on this level which can easily be transformed into an office. Views of the lake are prevalent from the family room and can be enjoyed while warming up in front of the fireplace. Upstairs features a laundry room, full family bath, two bedrooms and wait until you experience the primary suite. The lake will beckon you as you wake from your slumber and start the day. Dual sinks, a large WI closet and desk area surely make this an oasis. Head up still another level where you will find a storage closet and finished living area perfect for just hanging out. Close to restaurants, shopping and schools this home is just waiting for you.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Philip Copeland

Grey House Market Real Estate Listed on: 11/16/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Steve Jones

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI License #6501337183

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,410

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 8,279 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 52x162
  • 52 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,012 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Bonus Room
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Snack Bar or Counter

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,410

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

8,279 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1949
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Waterfront Options:Water Frontage3: 52.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Range
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Island
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Family Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
  • LivingArea: 3012.0
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Replacement
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 200.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 679500.0
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Body Name: West Lake
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1901
  • Lot Size Area: 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: 52x162
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8279.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7410.0
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2025
Sold by
Schell Richard
Bought by
Richard W Schell Trust and Schell
Current Estimated Value
$793,015

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 16, 2021
Closed on
Dec 17, 2021
Sold by
James R Bray Trust
Bought by
Schell Richard
Seller's Agent
Philip Copeland
Grey House Market Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Steve Jones
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
List Price
$679,500
Sold Price
$679,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.68%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 2021
Sold by
Bray James R and James R Bray Trust
Bought by
Bray James R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$229,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 4, 2021
Sold by
Bray James R
Bought by
Bray James R and James R Bray Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$229,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 16, 2019
Sold by
James R And Carrie M Bray Trust
Bought by
Bray James R

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2017
Sold by
Bray James R and Bray Carrie M
Bought by
Bray James R and Bray Carrie M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$10,000
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 2015
Sold by
Bray James R and Bray Carrie M
Bought by
James R & Carrie M Bray Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$321,925
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 12, 2008
Sold by
Bottenfield Mary E
Bought by
Bray James and Bray Carrie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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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
Richard W Schell Trust -- None Listed On Document
Schell Richard $679,500 Chicago Title
Bray James R -- Amrock Llc
Bray James R -- Amrock
Bray James R -- None Available
Bray James R -- Chicago Title Of Michigan
Bray James R -- Chicago Title Of Michigan
James R & Carrie M Bray Trust -- Title Source Inc
Bray James R -- Title Source Inc
Bray James $225,000 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Bray James R $229,000
Previous Owner Bray James R $10,000
Previous Owner Bray James R $321,925
Previous Owner Bray James $225,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/17/2021 12/17/21 Sold $679,500 0.0% $226 / Sq Ft
11/19/2021 11/19/21 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2021 11/16/21 For Sale $679,500 -- $226 / Sq Ft
Source: MichRIC

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 $12,085 $325,300 $0 $0
2024 $11,736 $333,100 $0 $0
2023 $11,187 $311,400 $0 $0
2022 $16,825 $266,400 $0 $0
2021 $7,584 $197,700 $0 $0
2020 $7,410 $191,400 $0 $0
2019 $667 $185,200 $0 $0
2018 $0 $180,400 $0 $0
2017 $0 $187,700 $0 $0
2016 -- $177,200 $0 $0
2015 -- $163,400 $0 $0
2014 -- $154,100 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MichRIC

MLS Number: 21115321

MichRIC

APN: 10-00340-049-O

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