242 Marcus St SW Grand Rapids, MI 49548
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,520
Sq Ft
10,454
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Wooded Lot
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- East Kentwood High School Rated A-
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 1-Story Property
About This Home
As of April 2024Take a look at the pictures! This turn-key ready house is one of the best houses under $145,000 with 4 bedrooms around. The house received a new roof in 2014, vinyl siding 2013, 3 season porch, large deck just stained, 2 stall garage and brand new stainless appliances stay with the new owner! The main floor has a kitchen that was remodeled in 2014 and has hardwood floors, living room, eating area, full bath, and 3 bedrooms with new carpet. The lower level has a legal bedroom, family room, full bath, and lots of storage. To conclude, the house has a private backyard with a professional fire pit with bricks and stones. You snooze, you loose on this one. Call for your private showing today.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Independence Realty (Main) License #6501343127 Listed on: 11/06/2015
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,500
Year Built
- Built in 1963
Lot Details
- 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 90x140
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,520 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Phone Connected
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 6, 2024
Closed on
Apr 1, 2024
Sold by
Carson Erika and Vanvugt Erika
Bought by
Kahler Molly and Kahler Bryan
Seller's Agent
Jeremy Crump
Bellabay Realty (SW)
Buyer's Agent
Phillip VanKampen
BP Realty
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$298,000
Premium/Discount to List
$18,100
6.47%
Views
160
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
-$1,578
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.41%
Original Mortgage
$238,400
Outstanding Balance
$235,430
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$60,992
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 10, 2020
Sold by
Carson Bruce and Carson Erika
Bought by
Carson Erika
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 11, 2020
Sold by
Carson Erika L and Grubba Erika
Bought by
Carson Erika L and Carson Bruce A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$127,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 6, 2015
Closed on
Feb 12, 2016
Sold by
Traylor Calvin and Traylor Wendy
Bought by
Grubba Erika
Seller's Agent
Doug Takens
Independence Realty (Main)
Buyer's Agent
Jeremy Crump
Bellabay Realty (SW)
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$141,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,900
-5.94%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.18%
Original Mortgage
$136,770
Interest Rate
3.97%
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 | $298,000 | Lighthouse Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Clearstream Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $141,000 | Midstate Title Agency Llc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $238,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $127,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $136,770 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $117,786 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $141,485 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $11,535 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $139,884 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $137,343 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $11,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01/2024 04/01/24 | Sold | $298,000 | +6.5% | $196 / Sq Ft |
| 03/10/2024 03/10/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/06/2024 03/06/24 | For Sale | $279,900 | +98.5% | $184 / Sq Ft |
| 01/29/2016 01/29/16 | Sold | $141,000 | -5.9% | $93 / Sq Ft |
| 12/26/2015 12/26/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/06/2015 11/06/15 | For Sale | $149,900 | -- | $99 / 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 | $1,646 | $128,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1,646 | $125,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,576 | $102,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,148 | $93,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,110 | $84,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,461 | $76,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,060 | $72,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,018 | $70,000 | $12,500 | $57,500 |
| 2017 | $1,963 | $61,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,537 | $58,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,463 | $58,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $52,200 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jeremy Crump
Seller's Agent in 2024
Jeremy Crump
Bellabay Realty (SW)
(616) 690-7028
2 in this area
182 Total Sales
-
Phillip VanKampen
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Phillip VanKampen
BP Realty
(616) 516-9474
1 in this area
91 Total Sales
-
Doug Takens
Seller's Agent in 2016
Doug Takens
Independence Realty (Main)
(616) 262-4574
50 in this area
780 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 15058610
APN: 41-21-01-452-002
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