NOT LISTED FOR SALE

218 Union Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49503

East Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $530,000 - $781,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
5,107 Sq Ft
$139/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 29, 2021

Last sale price $610,000 $119 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,540/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Fireplace in Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 4-minute walk to Cherry Park

About This Home

As of October 2021

A once in a lifetime opportunity to own this beautiful,storied,elegant Heritage Hill gem. Lovingly,meticulously expertly restored to the charm&character of its glory days, with the comfort & conveniences of today. Everything has been totally modernized (plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling,roof etc.) 4+ spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths, 3 fireplaces. The upper level features an incredible family room/loft area with custom wet bar and fireplace, perfect for spending time together with family & friends. There is absolutely no deferred maintenance on this classic Heritage Hill home. Backyard features a state-of-the-art inground pool, an oasis in the city. Act now to call this stunning, one-of-a-kind home yours. Truly a rare find in the heart of GR's' most prestigious & desirable neighborhood. Sellers Reserve Front Door Stained Glass Window.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Oleck

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main) License #6506021130 Listed on: 09/09/2021

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)

Last Buyer's Agent

John Oleck

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main) License #6506021130 Listed on: 09/09/2021

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,671

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 6,621 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 132
  • Shrub
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Bay Window
  • Window Screens
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Snack Bar or Counter
  • Disposal
  • Fireplace in Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Window Unit Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,671

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1900
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 50 x 132
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 5107.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1671.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: RES
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Landscape:ShrubsHedges: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 3.0
  • Util Avail at Street:Electric: Yes
  • Lot Description:Level: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Broadband: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Cable2: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Telephone Line2: Yes
  • Windows:Screens: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Additional Items:Window Treatments: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Water Heater:Natural Gas4: Yes
  • Landscape:Underground Sprinkler: Yes
  • Windows:BayBow: Yes
  • Landscape:Garden Area: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Window Unit(s): Yes
  • Windows:Skylight(s): Yes
  • Landscape:Flower Garden: Yes
  • Windows:Storms: Yes
  • Additional Items:Wet Bar: Yes
  • Additional Items:Guest Quarters: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 2569.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Fencing:Fenced Back: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Guest Quarters, Wet Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 5107.0
  • Window Features: Storms, Skylight(s), Screens, Bay/Bow, Window Treatments
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 3.0
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Finished SQFT: 1389.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 1400.0
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Center Island: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Mud Room Access: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Fireplace:Gas Log: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Snack Bar: Yes
  • Fireplace:Family: Yes
  • Appliances:Freezer: Yes
  • Fireplace:Kitchen: Yes
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1389.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 650000.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio, Porch(es)
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Pool:In Ground: Yes

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

  • Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Storm Sewer, Broadband
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Area: 0.15
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 132
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6621.0
  • Zoning Description: RES
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1671.0
  • Tax Year: 2021

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 9, 2021
Closed on
Oct 29, 2021
Sold by
Thorndill James B
Bought by
Ziegler Scott E
Seller's Agent
John Oleck
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
Buyer's Agent
John Oleck
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$610,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-6.15%
Current Estimated Value
$707,957

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$97,957
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.68%
Original Mortgage
$488,000
Outstanding Balance
$419,868
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$309,845

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 1999

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 1992
Sold by
Hudson Hudson T T and Hudson Thorndill J
Bought by
Thorndill James B Diane R

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 9, 1985
Bought by
Thorndill James B Diane R

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 1982
Bought by
Thorndill James B Diane R
Source: Public Records

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
Ziegler Scott E $610,000 None Listed On Document
-- -- --
Thorndill James B Diane R $3,500 --
Thorndill James B Diane R $21,100 --
Thorndill James B Diane R $7,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ziegler Scott E $488,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/29/2021 10/29/21 Sold $610,000 -6.2% $119 / Sq Ft
09/30/2021 09/30/21 Pending -- -- --
09/09/2021 09/09/21 For Sale $650,000 -- $127 / 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 $9,435 $393,100 $0 $0
2024 $9,435 $349,500 $0 $0
2023 $9,573 $311,100 $0 $0
2022 $9,089 $269,900 $0 $0
2021 $1,671 $265,200 $0 $0
2020 $1,597 $251,100 $0 $0
2019 $1,673 $228,200 $0 $0
2018 $1,616 $198,200 $0 $0
2017 $1,573 $181,800 $0 $0
2016 $1,592 $174,700 $0 $0
2015 $1,480 $174,700 $0 $0
2013 -- $158,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    John Oleck

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)

    (616) 560-6049

    2 in this area

    42 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 21104924

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-30-476-005

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49503 East Hills

218 Union Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 218 Union Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 since 09 September 2021 and is currently estimated at $707,957, approximately $138 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 218 Union Ave SE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Martin Luther King Leadership Academy, Alger Middle School, and Ottawa Hills High School.

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