NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2232 Benton Ave Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Oakwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $143,000 - $165,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
983 Sq Ft
$154/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 11, 2022

Last sale price $145,000 $148 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $941/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Living Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Shed
  • 5-minute walk to Springmont Tot Lot

About This Home

As of July 2022

Highest and best offers due by 8pm on Wednesday 6/8, Seller reserves right to accept offer prior to deadline. From the hardwood floors, to the spacious/private backyard, you'll be surprised at what this adorable two bedroom one bath ranch home has to offer! The bathroom has been recently updated, as well as newly finished living space in the basement. What a great opportunity for a starter home, or someone looking to simplify and downsize.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sara Smith

Greenridge Cornell & Associates License #6501384801 Listed on: 06/06/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Becky Sheppard

Jaqua, REALTORS License #6501333375

Jaqua, REALTORS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,612

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x122
  • Shrub
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned RS-5, RS-5

Home Design

  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Storage Shed

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,612

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1955
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Laminate, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 983.0
  • Window Features: Screens, Window Treatments
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Finished SQFT: 263.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 720.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 263.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • List Price: 125000.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, Broadband
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Lot Size Area: 0.21
  • Lot Dimensions: 75x122
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9148.0
  • Zoning Description: RS-5
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1611.52
  • Tax Year: 2022

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2022
Closed on
Jul 11, 2022
Sold by
Trobeck and Emma
Bought by
Lawing Emily J
Seller's Agent
Sara Smith
Greenridge Cornell & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Becky Sheppard
Jaqua, REALTORS
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
16%
Total Days on Market
2
Current Estimated Value
$151,688

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$6,688
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.67%
Original Mortgage
$140,650
Outstanding Balance
$135,367
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$12,543

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 13, 2017
Closed on
Oct 30, 2017
Sold by
French Aaron B and French Stacy
Bought by
Trobeck Anthony and Trobeck Emma
Seller's Agent
Joe George
J.A. George & Assoc.
Buyer's Agent
Sue Cornell
Greenridge Cornell & Associates
List Price
$74,500
Sold Price
$74,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.22%
Original Mortgage
$73,150
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 6, 2013
Closed on
Jul 26, 2013
Sold by
Louden Kerry M and Louden Carolyn L
Bought by
French Aaron B
Seller's Agent
Greg Miller
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
Buyer's Agent
Joe George
J.A. George & Assoc.
List Price
$64,900
Sold Price
$46,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$18,900
-29.12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.95%
Source: Public Records

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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
Lawing Emily J $145,000 New Title Company Name
Trobeck Anthony $74,500 None Available
French Aaron B $46,000 Ppr Title Agency
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lawing Emily J $140,650
Previous Owner Trobeck Anthony $73,150
Previous Owner French Stacy M $43,000
Previous Owner French Aaron $39,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2022 07/11/22 Sold $145,000 +16.0% $148 / Sq Ft
06/08/2022 06/08/22 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2022 06/06/22 For Sale $125,000 +67.8% $127 / Sq Ft
10/30/2017 10/30/17 Sold $74,500 0.0% $103 / Sq Ft
09/15/2017 09/15/17 Pending -- -- --
09/13/2017 09/13/17 For Sale $74,500 +62.0% $103 / Sq Ft
07/26/2013 07/26/13 Sold $46,000 -29.1% $64 / Sq Ft
07/09/2013 07/09/13 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2013 03/06/13 For Sale $64,900 -- $90 / 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 $1,633 $55,800 $0 $0
2023 $1,562 $50,000 $0 $0
2022 $1,667 $46,200 $0 $0
2021 $1,612 $41,800 $0 $0
2020 $1,578 $38,800 $0 $0
2019 $1,505 $33,500 $0 $0
2018 $1,469 $29,700 $0 $0
2017 $1,461 $29,400 $0 $0
2016 $1,461 $26,900 $0 $0
2015 $1,461 $26,600 $0 $0
2014 $1,461 $27,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Sara Smith

    Greenridge Cornell & Associates

    (616) 558-9580

    1 in this area

    54 Total Sales

    Sara Smith
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  • Becky Sheppard

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Becky Sheppard

    Jaqua, REALTORS

    (888) 631-3200

    1 in this area

    186 Total Sales

    Becky Sheppard
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  • Joe George

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Joe George

    J.A. George & Assoc.

    (269) 668-5517

    83 Total Sales

    Joe George
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  • R

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Richard George

    J.A. George & Assoc.

    (269) 668-5517

    63 Total Sales

    Richard George
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  • S

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Sue Cornell

    Greenridge Cornell & Associates

    (269) 685-5866

    10 Total Sales

    Sue Cornell
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  • Greg Miller

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Greg Miller

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI

    (269) 743-4817

    12 in this area

    1,590 Total Sales

    Greg Miller
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 22022148

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 06-32-221-111

Michigan Kalamazoo County Kalamazoo 49008 Oakwood

2232 Benton Ave, Kalamazoo, MI

This home is located at 2232 Benton Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 since 06 June 2022 and is currently estimated at $151,688, approximately $154 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 2232 Benton Ave is a home located in Kalamazoo County with nearby schools including Woods Lake Elementary School, Milwood Magnet School, and Loy Norrix High School.

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