NOT LISTED FOR SALE

238 Richards Ave SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504

John Ball Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $244,000 - $307,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,548 Sq Ft
$173/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 27, 2018

Last sale price $83,510 $54 Per Sq Ft

Est. 220% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,624/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Porch
  • Living Room
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Hot Water Heating System

About This Home

As of February 2018

Enjoy your location within walking distance to John Ball Park and Zoo, GVSU downtown campus, bus lines, Coca Cola plant, bike trails and shopping. Traditional two-story that needs a bit of your helpful ideas, but that's reflected in the price. 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Formal dining room plus eat-in kitchen and main floor den. Up is three bedrooms and a spacious bath. One stall detached garage. Hurry, you don't want to miss out on this one.
''Seller must comply with HUD Guidelines 24 CFR 206.125 and Property sold ''as is.''

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anthony DeBartolo

DeBartolo Realty - I License #6502353236 Listed on: 01/31/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Anthony DeBartolo

DeBartolo Realty - I License #6502353236 Listed on: 01/31/2018

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,800

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x100
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned ldr, ldr

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,548 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • REO, home is currently bank or lender owned

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,800

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1930
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Special Features: RealEstateOwned
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Broadband, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1548.0
  • Kitchen Features:Eating Area: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • List Price: 37000.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Porch(es)
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Storm Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 40x100
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4000.0
  • Zoning Description: ldr
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1800.0
  • Tax Year: 2017

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 2018
Sold by
Kokx David C and Kokx Cynthia
Bought by
Kokx David C and Kokx Cynthia
Total Days on Market
5
Current Estimated Value
$267,381

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 31, 2018
Closed on
Feb 26, 2018
Sold by
Fanne Mae
Bought by
Kokx David and Kokx Cynthia
Seller's Agent
Anthony DeBartolo
DeBartolo Realty - I
Buyer's Agent
Anthony DeBartolo
DeBartolo Realty - I
List Price
$37,000
Sold Price
$83,510
Premium/Discount to List
$46,510
125.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2017
Sold by
Orlowski Ronald F and Orlowski Susan M
Bought by
Fannie Mae and Federal National Mortgage Assocaiton

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2015
Sold by
Orlowski Susan M and Orlowski Ronald F
Bought by
Orlowski Susan M and Susan M Orlowski Trust
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
Kokx David C -- None Available
Kokx David $83,510 Best Homes Title Agency Llc
Fannie Mae $83,799 None Available
Orlowski Susan M -- Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kokx David C $198,750
Closed Kokx David C $66,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/27/2018 02/27/18 Sold $83,510 +125.7% $54 / Sq Ft
02/05/2018 02/05/18 Pending -- -- --
01/31/2018 01/31/18 For Sale $37,000 -- $24 / 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 $2,463 $112,600 $0 $0
2023 $2,359 $99,000 $0 $0
2022 $2,372 $91,900 $0 $0
2021 $2,319 $81,400 $0 $0
2020 $2,217 $70,600 $0 $0
2019 $2,322 $66,000 $0 $0
2018 $2,286 $58,900 $0 $0
2017 $2,121 $48,100 $0 $0
2016 $1,292 $41,400 $0 $0
2015 $1,201 $41,400 $0 $0
2013 -- $38,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Anthony DeBartolo

    DeBartolo Realty - I

    (616) 459-3581

    241 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 18003385

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-13-26-378-011

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49504 John Ball Park

238 Richards Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 238 Richards Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 since 31 January 2018 and is currently estimated at $267,381, approximately $172 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 238 Richards 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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