NOT LISTED FOR SALE

228 Monroe St Traverse City, MI 49684

Slabtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $530,961 - $611,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,561 Sq Ft
$373/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 31, 2019

Last sale price $250,000 $160 Per Sq Ft

Est. 133% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,546/month

189 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Tiered Deck
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Den
  • Willow Hill Elementary School Rated A-
  • Mud Room
  • Workshop

About This Home

As of January 2019

CUTE AS A BUG! Old meets "newer" in this comfortable cozy Victorian in Slabtown! A "not so big" (1561 sf) house offering the best in location, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, living & dining rooms, den/office, additional non-conforming bedroom brightened by a skylight, fenced yard, underground irrigation, AC, & a one & a half car attached garage. Additionally you will find a 21 x 19 private upper level deck off Master Bedroom, a 16 x 14.6 backyard deck, & accessible workshop in garage. Recent upgrades include: 1999 Kitchen remodel with new Mission-style cabinetry, appliances, and countertops; 2002 Garage roof & upstairs deck & privacy fence; 2012 New roof & Lennox furnace with central air; 2013 All new windows & Master Bedroom carpeting & Bath remodel; 2014 New Hot Water heater. It's all here & waiting for its new owners. Enjoy the conveniences of city life just a hop, skip & a jump from West Bay, add a few individual touches & you will create your own little miracle on Monroe Street. In a hurry? Immediate possession is yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

James Noller

REO-TCRandolph-233022 License #6501203926 Listed on: 05/31/2018

Co-Listed By

Alice Shirley

REO-TCRandolph-233022 License #6501201782

Last Buyer's Agent

Ted Schweitzer

REO-TCFront-233021 License #6501377647

REO-TCFront-233021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,793

Year Built

  • Built in 1895

Lot Details

  • 4,356 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Cleared Lot
  • Garden
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,561 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Bookcases
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Blinds
  • Bay Window
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Den
  • Workshop

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Tiered Deck

Schools

  • Willow Hill Elementary School
  • Traverse City West Middle School
  • Traverse City West Senior High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Havilands Addition Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,793

Year Built

Built in 1895

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: 2 Story, Victorian
  • Estimated Year Built: 1895
  • Construction: Frame
  • Qtr Section: SE
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Year Renovated: 1950

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Blinds, Drapes, Curtain Rods, Ceiling Fan, Natural Gas Water Heater, Smoke Alarms(s)
  • Interior Amenities: Skylights, Built-In Bookcase, Bay Window(s), Foyer Entrance, Pantry, Mud Room, Den/Study, Workshop, Drywall
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 17x13.6, On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12x11.6, On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11x10, On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: Private
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Floor Primary: No
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13x10, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 13x10, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 19x12, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Other Room: Dimensions: 8.6x8.6, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Range: R 11W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 1561

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Deck, Multi-Level Decking, Sidewalk, Fenced Yard, Landscaped, Garden Area
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl
  • Foundation: Full, Crawl Space, Block, Entrance Inside
  • Number Of Acres: 0.1
  • Road: Public Maintained, Blacktop
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Blacktop
  • Garage Capacity: 2
  • Primary Garage: Attached, Paved Driveway, Concrete Floors

Utilities

  • Heating Cooling Types: Forced Air
  • Laundry: On Level: Lower Floor
  • Sewer: Municipal
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Cable TV
  • Water: Municipal

Association/Amenities

  • Development Name: Havilands Addition

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 1
  • Percent Open: 100
  • Land Features: Cleared, Level
  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Subdivision
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential

Tax Info

  • Summer Taxes: 2508
  • Total Taxes: 2793
  • Winter Taxes: 285
  • Year Winter: 2017

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Willow Hill Elementary School
  • HighSchool: Traverse City West Senior High School
  • School District: Traverse City Area Public Schools
  • Middle School: Traverse City West Middle School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 31, 2018
Closed on
Jan 31, 2019
Sold by
Judith Craske
Bought by
Otterman Katie R
Seller's Agent
James Noller
REO-TCRandolph-233022
Buyer's Agent
Ted Schweitzer
REO-TCFront-233021
List Price
$349,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-28.37%
Current Estimated Value
$581,990

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$331,990
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 27, 2015

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2009
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
Otterman Katie R $250,000 --
-- -- --
-- -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/31/2019 01/31/19 Sold $250,000 0.0% $160 / Sq Ft
01/01/2019 01/01/19 Off Market $250,000 -- --
10/05/2018 10/05/18 Price Changed $283,500 -5.2% $182 / Sq Ft
08/29/2018 08/29/18 Price Changed $299,000 -6.3% $192 / Sq Ft
07/11/2018 07/11/18 Price Changed $319,000 -8.6% $204 / Sq Ft
05/31/2018 05/31/18 For Sale $349,000 -- $224 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

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 $5,985 $223,200 $0 $0
2024 $5,309 $204,800 $0 $0
2023 $4,939 $141,100 $0 $0
2022 $5,315 $155,700 $0 $0
2021 $5,208 $141,100 $0 $0
2020 $5,158 $138,300 $0 $0
2019 $2,538 $142,500 $0 $0
2018 $2,485 $133,600 $0 $0
2017 -- $124,200 $0 $0
2016 -- $118,600 $0 $0
2014 -- $106,600 $0 $0
2012 -- $110,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    James Noller

    Real Estate One

  • A

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Alice Shirley

    Real Estate One

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  • Ted Schweitzer

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Ted Schweitzer

    Real Estate One

    (231) 645-5656

    1 in this area

    122 Total Sales

    Ted Schweitzer
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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1847533

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 51-710-018-00

Michigan Grand Traverse County Traverse City 49684 Slabtown

228 Monroe St, Traverse City, MI

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