242 Knapp St NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Creston NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $285,000 - $362,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,470
Sq Ft
$126/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Traditional Architecture
- Screened Porch
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- 3-minute walk to Briggs Park
About This Home
As of August 2018If you are into original and unique, look no further. Main level has beautiful hardwood floors, formal dining room, cute little alcove off kitchen to enjoy your morning cup of coffee. Cove ceilings, arched doorways, gorgeous beveled glass in some of the doors. Beautiful hardwood baseboard and trim throughout. Upstairs includes 3 good sized bedrooms, full bath, and a deck off the master. Basement has an epoxy coated floor with a rec room, laundry and lots of storage space (2 rooms with shelves). Large 2 stall garage PLUS a huge bonus room that could be an art studio, or man or woman cave. This Creston beauty is just a short walk to the award winning City High/Middle school as well as Riverside and Briggs parks. No showings until after the open house scheduled for Sunday, July 22 from 1-3
Last Listed By
Judith Root
Rockgate Real Estate - BR Listed on: 07/20/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,747
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 5,808 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 44 x 132
- Shrub
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned R1, R1
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Replacement Windows
- Window Treatments
- Window Screens
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Storm Windows
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Oven
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 20, 2018
Closed on
Aug 21, 2018
Sold by
Dangremond Jennifer R and Wegenka Marguerite C
Bought by
Matuszak Jessica
Seller's Agent
Judith Root
Rockgate Real Estate - BR
Buyer's Agent
Megan Tefft
Five Star Real Estate (Ada)
List Price
$156,000
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
$14,000
8.97%
Total Days on Market
2
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
$141,383
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.86%
Original Mortgage
$124,000
Outstanding Balance
$80,923
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$220,146
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 15, 2016
Sold by
Wegenka Marguerite C
Bought by
Dangermond Jennifer R and Wegenka Marguerite C
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 16, 2014
Closed on
Oct 7, 2014
Sold by
Swanson Kerry and Mccoy Michael
Bought by
Wegenka Marguerite
Seller's Agent
Jeffry Kermath
Kermath Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Ronald Sias
Key Realty
List Price
$119,900
Sold Price
$125,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
4.25%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.65%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 2007
Sold by
La Salle Bank Na
Bought by
Swanson Kerry
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$58,600
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 2006
Sold by
Webley Christian
Bought by
Lasalle Bank Na and Gsamp Trust 2006-He5
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 10, 2006
Sold by
Smith Scott A and Smith Terri L
Bought by
Webley Christian
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,600
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 1990
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 20, 1990
Sold by
Dewinter Dewinter G G and Dewinter Blair
Bought by
Swanson Kerry
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matuszak Jessica | $170,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Dangermond Jennifer R | -- | None Available | |
| Wegenka Marguerite | $125,000 | Bell Title Agency | |
| Swanson Kerry | $73,250 | Attorneys Title Agency Llc | |
| Lasalle Bank Na | $102,084 | None Available | |
| Webley Christian | $122,000 | None Available | |
| -- | $56,000 | -- | |
| Swanson Kerry | $37,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Matuszak Jessica | $124,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Swanson Kerry | $59,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Swanson Kerry | $58,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Webley Christian | $97,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Scott A | $111,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Scott A | $25,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Scott A | $30,350 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2018 08/21/18 | Sold | $170,000 | +9.0% | $69 / Sq Ft |
| 07/22/2018 07/22/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/20/2018 07/20/18 | For Sale | $156,000 | +24.8% | $63 / Sq Ft |
| 10/07/2014 10/07/14 | Sold | $125,000 | +4.3% | $73 / Sq Ft |
| 09/19/2014 09/19/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/16/2014 09/16/14 | For Sale | $119,900 | -- | $70 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,899 | $135,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,942 | $124,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,793 | $111,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,730 | $98,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,610 | $85,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,855 | $77,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,855 | $65,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,806 | $56,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,769 | $51,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,638 | $51,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $44,500 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2018
Judith Root
Rockgate Real Estate - BR
-
Amanda McCracken
A
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Amanda McCracken
Ensley Real Estate
(616) 430-1756
48 Total Sales
-
Megan Tefft
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Megan Tefft
Five Star Real Estate (Ada)
(616) 446-1193
13 in this area
167 Total Sales
-
Jeffry Kermath
Seller's Agent in 2014
Jeffry Kermath
Kermath Realty LLC
(734) 649-4903
4 in this area
681 Total Sales
-
Ronald Sias
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Ronald Sias
Key Realty
(800) 530-9230
20 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 18034610
APN: 41-14-18-126-014
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