NOT LISTED FOR SALE

237 Valley Ave SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504

John Ball Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $235,000 - $280,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,208 Sq Ft
$209/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 30, 2015

Last sale price $106,500 $88 Per Sq Ft

Est. 137% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,553/month

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Traditional Architecture

About This Home

As of October 2015

This home welcomes you with its 4 bedrooms. It boasts a covered front porch for those lazy summer days. A fenced in back yard with patio area for outdoor enjoyment. New central air and
furnace with transferrable warranty. A brand new vinyl privacy fenced in backyard. All applicances remain with the property. A formal entry, living and dining room greet you as you enter this immaculately kept home that features natural woodwork. There is nothing to do to this home but enjoy. 1 1/2 stall garage with edo for parking. Located in the John Ball Zoo area and close to the GVSU bus line. This home has been lovingly cared for by the same family for many years.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robin Maslowski

616 Realty LLC License #6501246000 Listed on: 08/20/2015

616 Realty LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Ryan Kaufman

Five Star Real Estate (Rock) License #6506048690

Five Star Real Estate (Rock)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,100

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • 4,080 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x102
  • Property is zoned Res. Imp., Res. Imp.

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,208 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Insulated Windows
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,100

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1923
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Wood Floor
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1208.0
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck(s)
  • List Price: 111900.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Features:Deck(s): Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 40x102
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4080.0
  • Zoning Description: Res. Imp.
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1100.32
  • Tax Year: 2015

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 20, 2015
Closed on
Oct 30, 2015
Sold by
Woller Timothy and Woller Denise
Bought by
Lipscomb Alvie and Lipscomb Sandy
Seller's Agent
Robin Maslowski
616 Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Kaufman
Five Star Real Estate (Rock)
List Price
$119,900
Sold Price
$106,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,400
-11.18%
Total Days on Market
30
Current Estimated Value
$252,654

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$146,154
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.43%
Original Mortgage
$95,850
Outstanding Balance
$76,618
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$176,036

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 2012
Sold by
Ojczenasz Thaddeus J and Thaddeus R Ojczenasz Trust
Bought by
Woller Timothy and Woller Denise

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$48,000
Interest Rate
3.28%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2010
Sold by
Ojczenasz Thaddeus R and Ojczenasz Helen
Bought by
Ojczenasz Thaddeus R and Thaddeus R Ojczenasz Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 1982
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
Lipscomb Alvie $106,500 None Available
Woller Timothy $60,000 Chicago Title Of Michigan
Ojczenasz Thaddeus R -- None Available
-- $10,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lipscomb Alvie $95,850
Previous Owner Woller Denise $20,000
Previous Owner Woller Timothy $48,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/30/2015 10/30/15 Sold $106,500 -11.2% $88 / Sq Ft
09/19/2015 09/19/15 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2015 08/20/15 For Sale $119,900 -- $99 / 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 $2,558 $96,800 $0 $0
2023 $2,445 $84,700 $0 $0
2022 $2,411 $78,500 $0 $0
2021 $2,349 $69,400 $0 $0
2020 $2,271 $57,900 $0 $0
2019 $2,325 $54,300 $0 $0
2018 $2,254 $50,400 $0 $0
2017 $2,199 $41,300 $0 $0
2016 $2,209 $35,500 $0 $0
2015 $1,058 $35,500 $0 $0
2013 -- $33,100 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Robin Maslowski

    616 Realty LLC

    (616) 813-1687

    1 in this area

    81 Total Sales

    Robin Maslowski
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Ryan Kaufman

    Five Star Real Estate (Rock)

    (616) 821-3743

    2 in this area

    145 Total Sales

    Ryan Kaufman
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 15045150

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-13-26-378-025

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49504 John Ball Park

237 Valley Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 237 Valley Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 since 20 August 2015 and is currently estimated at $252,654, approximately $209 per square foot. This property was built in 1923. 237 Valley Ave SW is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Shawmut Hills School, Westwood Middle School, and Union High School.

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