NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2257 Francis Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507

Garfield Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $268,000 - $291,746

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,956 Sq Ft
$142/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 25, 2020

Last sale price $184,900 $95 Per Sq Ft

Est. 51% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,752/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • Corner Lot: Yes
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Porch

About This Home

As of November 2020

Nestled just south of Garfield Park, this house is conveniently located close to Alger Heights, the 28th Street corridor, and the downtown area. The large lot is lined with mature shade trees, features a fenced-in backyard, two stall garage, and solidly-built home with lots original charm and character. The yard has an array of lilac bushes, crab apple trees, hostas, trillium, myrtle, and daffodils. The area is vibrant and upcoming, with friendly neighbors and a nature preserve and several parks close by.

The house has a great set-up for hosting, but also allows for the main level to be closed off, allowing those upstairs to be undisturbed. It is well insulated and energy efficient.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephanie Langeland

616 Realty LLC License #6501371187 Listed on: 10/01/2020

616 Realty LLC

Co-Listed By

William Norris

616 Realty LLC License #6501417321

Last Buyer's Agent

Christa Beukema

Five Star Real Estate (Ada) License #6501395291

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,774

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • 5,140 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 128 x 40
  • Corner Lot: Yes
  • Fruit Trees
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,956 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,774

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1923
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 128 X 40
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1956.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1773.5
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: Residential
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: No
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Lot Description:Corner Lot: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Water Heater:Natural Gas4: Yes
  • Landscape:Fruit Trees: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1706.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Fencing:Fenced Back: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1956.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Kitchen Features:Breakfast Nook: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Other
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 184900.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Patio and Porch Features: Porch(es)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Area: 0.12
  • Lot Dimensions: 128 X 40
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5140.0
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1773.5
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2020
Closed on
Nov 25, 2020
Sold by
Kauppila Chirstine
Bought by
Ruzema Jamie Lynn
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Langeland
616 Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Christa Beukema
Five Star Real Estate (Ada)
List Price
$184,900
Sold Price
$184,900
Current Estimated Value
$278,687

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$93,787
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.42%
Original Mortgage
$157,165
Outstanding Balance
$141,125
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$119,040

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 2, 2017
Closed on
Aug 31, 2017
Sold by
Johnson Paul L and Johnson Sue A
Bought by
Kauppila Christine
Seller's Agent
Ann DeBoe
Novosad Realty Partners
Buyer's Agent
Bridget Maguire
Blueprint Properties LLC
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$135,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.19%
Original Mortgage
$130,950
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 1983
Sold by
Veldkamp Veldkamp W W and Veldkamp Johnson P
Bought by
Johnston Paul L Sue A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 12, 1981
Bought by
Johnston Paul L Sue A
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
Ruzema Jamie Lynn $184,900 Irongate Title Agency Llc
Kauppila Christine $135,000 None Available
Johnston Paul L Sue A $35,900 --
Johnston Paul L Sue A $35,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ruzema Jamie Lynn $157,165
Previous Owner Kauppila Christine $130,950
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/25/2020 11/25/20 Sold $184,900 0.0% $95 / Sq Ft
10/15/2020 10/15/20 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2020 10/01/20 For Sale $184,900 +37.0% $95 / Sq Ft
08/31/2017 08/31/17 Sold $135,000 0.0% $69 / Sq Ft
08/04/2017 08/04/17 Pending -- -- --
08/02/2017 08/02/17 For Sale $135,000 -- $69 / 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 $2,835 $122,100 $0 $0
2024 $2,835 $113,900 $0 $0
2023 $2,877 $85,700 $0 $0
2022 $2,731 $81,100 $0 $0
2021 $4,358 $83,500 $0 $0
2020 $1,672 $71,500 $0 $0
2019 $1,691 $58,700 $0 $0
2018 $1,691 $48,600 $0 $0
2017 $1,010 $38,200 $0 $0
2016 $1,022 $37,800 $0 $0
2015 $950 $37,800 $0 $0
2013 -- $36,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Stephanie Langeland

    616 Realty LLC

    (616) 520-3987

    2 in this area

    132 Total Sales

    Stephanie Langeland
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  • W

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    William Norris

    616 Realty LLC

    (616) 446-4031

    2 in this area

    70 Total Sales

    William Norris
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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Christa Beukema

    Five Star Real Estate (Ada)

    (616) 430-1273

    2 in this area

    78 Total Sales

    Christa Beukema
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  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Ann DeBoe

    Novosad Realty Partners

    (616) 780-7163

    9 in this area

    54 Total Sales

    Ann DeBoe
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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Bridget Maguire

    Blueprint Properties LLC

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20041297

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-18-07-152-028

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49507 Garfield Park

2257 Francis Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 2257 Francis Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 since 01 October 2020 and is currently estimated at $278,687, approximately $142 per square foot. This property was built in 1923. 2257 Francis Ave SE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Brookside Elementary School, Alger Middle School, and Ottawa Hills High School.

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