NOT LISTED FOR SALE

231 James Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49503

East Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $472,000 - $611,577

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,472 Sq Ft
$219/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 27, 2014

Last sale price $215,000 $87 Per Sq Ft

Est. 152% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,280/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Fireplace
  • 4-minute walk to Cherry Park

About This Home

As of June 2014

Grand Rapids Real Estate. Stunning Victorian Historic Home In Cherry Hill. Too Many EXQUISITE Details To List. See Virtual Tour For Additional Photos & Floor plan! Character At Every Turn. Gorgeous, Original Unpainted Woodwork, Hardwood Floors, Fireplace. The Kitchen & Bathroom Have Been Beautifully Renovated And They Fit The Home Perfectly. Formal Dining Room With Built-Ins, 2 Parlors With Special Ceiling Painting & Decor. Screened Porch Overlooks The Pretty Victorian Garden, Fountain & Secret Garden. This Home Is Truly Stunning!! A Must See.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kay Courtney

Courtney, Kay License #6502130581 Listed on: 05/16/2014

Co-Listed By

Melanie Abraham

Kay Courtney & Associates License #6501343925

Last Buyer's Agent

Kay Courtney

Courtney, Kay License #6502130581 Listed on: 05/16/2014

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,211

Year Built

  • Built in 1883

Lot Details

  • 6,621 Sq Ft Lot

Interior Spaces

  • 2,472 Sq Ft Home
  • Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,211

Year Built

Built in 1883

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1883
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Wood Floor
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • LivingArea: 2472.0

Exterior Features

  • List Price: 230000.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Road Surface Type: Paved

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Area: 0.15
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6621.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2025
Sold by
Mapes-Pearson James and Mapes-Pearson Christine
Bought by
James L And Christine A Mapes-Pearson Trust and Mapes-Pearson
Current Estimated Value
$541,644

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 16, 2014
Closed on
Jun 27, 2014
Sold by
Leonard Family Trust
Bought by
Mapes Pearson James and Mapes Pearson Christine
Seller's Agent
Kay Courtney
Courtney, Kay
Buyer's Agent
Kay Courtney
Courtney, Kay
List Price
$240,000
Sold Price
$215,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-10.42%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.92%
Original Mortgage
$172,000
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 2008
Sold by
Leonard Thomas J and Leonard Susan J
Bought by
Leonard Thomas J and Leonard Susan J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2000
Bought by
Leonard T and Leonard Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 24, 1997
Sold by
Sls Sls D D and Sls Rgn L
Bought by
Bnty D and Leonard Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 1996
Sold by
Smith Smith P P and Smith Solis D
Bought by
Solis David and Leonard Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 1994
Sold by
Henry Henry W W and Henry Smith P
Bought by
Leonard Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 1988

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 1984
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
James L And Christine A Mapes-Pearson Trust -- None Listed On Document
Mapes Pearson James $215,000 None Available
Leonard Thomas J -- None Available
Leonard T $147,000 --
Bnty D $109,000 --
Solis David $110,000 --
Leonard Family Trust $64,000 --
-- $34,500 --
-- $9,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mapes Pearson James $172,000
Previous Owner Leonard Thomas J $8,186
Previous Owner Leonard Thomas $64,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/27/2014 06/27/14 Sold $215,000 -10.4% $87 / Sq Ft
05/24/2014 05/24/14 Pending -- -- --
05/16/2014 05/16/14 For Sale $240,000 -- $97 / 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 $4,211 $321,700 $0 $0
2024 $4,211 $267,500 $0 $0
2023 $4,213 $217,900 $0 $0
2022 $4,000 $200,200 $0 $0
2021 $3,911 $200,800 $0 $0
2020 $3,739 $185,300 $0 $0
2019 $3,682 $165,100 $0 $0
2018 $3,555 $127,100 $0 $0
2017 $3,461 $109,900 $0 $0
2016 $3,503 $98,900 $0 $0
2015 $3,258 $98,900 $0 $0
2013 -- $102,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Kay Courtney

    Courtney, Kay

  • M

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Melanie Abraham

    Kay Courtney & Associates

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 14026289

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-30-476-018

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49503 East Hills

231 James Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 231 James Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 since 16 May 2014 and is currently estimated at $541,644, approximately $219 per square foot. This property was built in 1883. 231 James 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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