232 E Melody Ave Portage, MI 49002
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,288
Sq Ft
0.29
Acres
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Bay Window
- Portage Central Middle School Rated A-
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Humidifier
About This Home
As of January 2025Welcome home to 232 E Melody a charming & delightful 5-bedroom 2 bath home that has some recent updates with newly renovated bathrooms. The house has been refreshed with new paint throughout. Nestled within the award-winning Portage public schools.
Home features a spacious open kitchen, which promises not just meals, but cherished gatherings.
For those chilly evenings, the inviting gas fireplace becomes the heart of the home, where stories are told, and socks will be hung.
The upper lever has 3 bedrooms and a full bath and the lower has an additional living space & 2 bedrooms.
Meanwhile, the large garage equipped with ample storage is perfect for transforming dreams into DIY projects.
The backyard is fenced in with a storage shed and gives you plenty of outdoor space.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,701
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 97 x 132
- Sprinkler System
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,288 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Insulated Windows
- Window Treatments
- Bay Window
- Garden Windows
- Window Screens
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Snack Bar or Counter
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Humidifier
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Water Softener Leased
- High Speed Internet
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 26, 2024
Closed on
Jan 3, 2025
Sold by
Sindelar Michelle and Swenson Michelle
Bought by
Butler Katherine Tai and Butler Jeremiah Tso
Seller's Agent
Nico Lopez
eXp Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kerry Fischer
Five Star Real Estate, Milham
List Price
$279,999
Sold Price
$279,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$999
-0.36%
Views
11
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$14,379
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.57%
Original Mortgage
$270,630
Outstanding Balance
$269,229
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$17,732
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 2, 2014
Closed on
Jun 2, 2014
Sold by
Valentin Paul and Valentin Kimberly
Bought by
Sindelar Michelle
Seller's Agent
Paul Valentin
Jaqua, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Joyce Vos
Chuck Jaqua, REALTOR
List Price
$154,900
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-3.16%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.03%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2004
Sold by
Ruble Betty Rosann
Bought by
Valentin Paul and Valentin Kimberly
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,720
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $279,000 | Nations Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $279,000 | Nations Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $150,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Warranty Deed | $135,900 | Title Bond |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $270,630 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $270,630 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $108,720 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $96,800 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $27,180 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/03/2025 01/03/25 | Sold | $279,000 | -0.4% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 11/26/2024 11/26/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/26/2024 11/26/24 | For Sale | $279,999 | 0.0% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 11/01/2024 11/01/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/30/2024 10/30/24 | Price Changed | $279,999 | -3.4% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 10/04/2024 10/04/24 | Price Changed | $289,999 | -1.0% | $127 / Sq Ft |
| 09/18/2024 09/18/24 | Price Changed | $292,999 | -2.3% | $128 / Sq Ft |
| 08/28/2024 08/28/24 | For Sale | $299,999 | +100.0% | $131 / Sq Ft |
| 06/02/2014 06/02/14 | Sold | $150,000 | -3.2% | $73 / Sq Ft |
| 04/12/2014 04/12/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/02/2014 04/02/14 | For Sale | $154,900 | -- | $75 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,259 | $119,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $3,259 | $108,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $3,093 | $96,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,342 | $87,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,230 | $89,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,160 | $85,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $284 | $78,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $0 | $74,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $0 | $66,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | -- | $69,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $65,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $62,000 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Nico Lopez
Seller's Agent in 2025
Nico Lopez
eXp Realty LLC
(269) 720-0178
15 in this area
72 Total Sales
-
Kerry Fischer
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Kerry Fischer
Five Star Real Estate, Milham
(269) 998-4062
152 in this area
733 Total Sales
-
Paul Valentin
Seller's Agent in 2014
Paul Valentin
Jaqua, REALTORS
(269) 341-4300
19 in this area
129 Total Sales
-
Joyce Vos
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Joyce Vos
Chuck Jaqua, REALTOR
(269) 760-7559
54 in this area
150 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 24045236
APN: 10-02442-103-O
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