NOT LISTED FOR SALE

238 Leyden Ave SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504

John Ball Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $269,000 - $310,709

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,710 Sq Ft
$167/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 03, 2019

Last sale price $159,900 $94 Per Sq Ft

Est. 79% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,925/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Mud Room
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Porch

About This Home

As of October 2019

Located near John Ball Zoo, this lovely ranch features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and recently underwent a full kitchen remodel with cabinets, countertops, backsplash, flooring and appliances. Further updates increased the home's energy efficiency with a new furnace, central AC, replacement windows throughout, a new roof and added insulation all within the last 5 years. The back entry mudroom leads to the partially finished basement which includes tall ceilings, new electrical, added plumbing and new ½ bath, glass block windows, and plenty of room to further expand your entertaining space. Outside you'll find a lovely patio area (w/ 220v Outlet), a fully fenced in yard, a storage shed, and a large 1.5 stall garage. Also included is a 1 year home warranty for added peace of mind Come see why the west side is the best side at 238 Leyden!

**Offer has been accepted and open house cancelled*

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Summer Heeringa

Edison Brokers & Co LLC License #6501376577 Listed on: 09/12/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Mark Brace

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main) License #6502368851

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,067

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 5,619 Sq Ft Lot
  • Shrub
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Low Emissivity Windows
  • Mud Room
  • Living Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Storage Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,067

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1955
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1710.0
  • Window Features: Low-Emissivity Windows, Replacement
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Half Baths: 1
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Finished SQFT: 500.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 1042.0
  • Kitchen Features:Eating Area: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Breakfast Nook: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Mud Room Access: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 500.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • List Price: 159900.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Sidewalk
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio, Porch(es)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, Broadband
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Area: 0.13
  • Lot Dimensions: 45*124.5
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5619.0
  • Zoning Description: RES
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2067.0
  • Tax Year: 2019

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 12, 2019
Closed on
Oct 3, 2019
Sold by
Engstrom Imari
Bought by
Jde & Associates Llc
Seller's Agent
Summer Heeringa
Edison Brokers & Co LLC
Buyer's Agent
Mark Brace
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$159,900
Total Days on Market
1
Current Estimated Value
$285,427

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$125,527
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.78%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 9, 2016
Closed on
Oct 28, 2016
Sold by
Makowski Janet L
Bought by
Engstroman Imari
Seller's Agent
Jordan Painter
RE/MAX SunQuest Realty
Buyer's Agent
Rachael Veldkamp
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
List Price
$135,900
Sold Price
$135,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.71%
Original Mortgage
$129,105
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 2015
Sold by
Makowski Janet L and Horning Janet L
Bought by
Makowski Janet L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2014
Sold by
Horning Harold L and Horning Janet L
Bought by
Horning Janet L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$81,233
Interest Rate
4.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2006
Sold by
Makowski Alexander T and Makowski Helen
Bought by
Horning Harold L and Horning Janet L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$87,000
Interest Rate
6.68%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2004
Sold by
Makowski Alexander T and Makowski Helen
Bought by
Horning Harold L and Horning Janet L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 1989
Sold by
Mksk Makowski B
Bought by
Horning Janet L Harold
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
Jde & Associates Llc $159,900 Bell Title Agency
Engstroman Imari $135,900 Chicago Title Of Mi Inc
Makowski Janet L -- None Available
Horning Janet L -- None Available
Horning Harold L $86,000 None Available
Horning Harold L -- --
Horning Janet L Harold -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Engstroman Imari $129,105
Previous Owner Horning Janet L $81,233
Previous Owner Horning Harold L $87,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/03/2019 10/03/19 Sold $159,900 0.0% $94 / Sq Ft
09/13/2019 09/13/19 Pending -- -- --
09/12/2019 09/12/19 For Sale $159,900 +17.7% $94 / Sq Ft
10/28/2016 10/28/16 Sold $135,900 0.0% $88 / Sq Ft
09/21/2016 09/21/16 Pending -- -- --
09/09/2016 09/09/16 For Sale $135,900 -- $88 / 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 $4,925 $139,700 $0 $0
2023 $4,886 $123,000 $0 $0
2022 $4,643 $114,000 $0 $0
2021 $4,524 $101,000 $0 $0
2020 $3,611 $70,600 $0 $0
2019 $2,141 $66,100 $0 $0
2018 $2,067 $62,900 $0 $0
2017 $2,013 $51,400 $0 $0
2016 $1,419 $44,700 $0 $0
2015 $1,320 $44,700 $0 $0
2013 -- $41,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Summer Heeringa

    Edison Brokers & Co LLC

    (616) 901-9299

    36 Total Sales

    Summer Heeringa
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  • Mark Brace

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Mark Brace

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)

    (616) 447-7025

    5 in this area

    891 Total Sales

    Mark Brace
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  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Jordan Painter

    RE/MAX Michigan

  • Rachael Veldkamp

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Rachael Veldkamp

    RE/MAX Michigan

    (616) 325-2951

    146 Total Sales

    Rachael Veldkamp
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 19044551

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-13-26-452-008

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49504 John Ball Park

238 Leyden Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 238 Leyden Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 since 12 September 2019 and is currently estimated at $285,427, approximately $166 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 238 Leyden 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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