NOT LISTED FOR SALE

242 Valley Ave SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504

John Ball Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $234,000 - $269,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,257 Sq Ft
$197/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 22, 2017

Last sale price $110,000 $88 Per Sq Ft

Est. 125% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,642/month

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Storm Windows
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Porch
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of June 2017

FSBO transaction provided for stats/comps

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nolan Miklusicak

Blueprint Properties LLC License #6502376665 Listed on: 06/22/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Nolan Miklusicak

Blueprint Properties LLC License #6502376665 Listed on: 06/22/2017

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,750

Year Built

  • Built in 1919

Lot Details

  • 5,837 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x146
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,257 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Windows

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,750

Year Built

Built in 1919

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1919
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1257.0
  • Window Features: Storms
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 624.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 110000.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Porch(es)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Area: 0.13
  • Lot Dimensions: 40x146
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5837.0
  • Zoning Description: res
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1749.76
  • Tax Year: 2016

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 22, 2017
Closed on
Jun 22, 2017
Sold by
Rowe Jamie Delite
Bought by
1543 North Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Nolan Miklusicak
Blueprint Properties LLC
Buyer's Agent
Nolan Miklusicak
Blueprint Properties LLC
List Price
$110,000
Sold Price
$110,000
Total Days on Market
0
Current Estimated Value
$247,878

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$137,878
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.77%
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2016
Sold by
Rowe Kelly Gene
Bought by
Rowe Jamie Delite

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2013
Closed on
Sep 23, 2013
Sold by
Secretary Of Housing & Urban Development
Bought by
Rowe Jamie
Seller's Agent
Michael Childress
Childress & Associates Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mark Blashkiw
Blueprint Properties LLC
List Price
$24,000
Sold Price
$42,300
Premium/Discount to List
$18,300
76.25%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.34%
Original Mortgage
$33,800
Interest Rate
4.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2013
Sold by
Bank Of America Na
Bought by
The Secretary Of Housing & Urban Develop

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 2012
Sold by
Jackson Edna M and Jackson Echo Lynn Ana
Bought by
Bank Of America Na
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
1543 North Properties Llc $110,000 Ata Natl Title Group Llc
Rowe Jamie Delite -- None Available
Rowe Jamie $42,300 Midstate Title Agency Llc
The Secretary Of Housing & Urban Develop -- None Available
Bank Of America Na $98,122 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed 1543 North Properties Llc $100,000
Previous Owner Rowe Jamie $33,800
Previous Owner Jackson Edna M $90,842
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/22/2017 06/22/17 Sold $110,000 0.0% $88 / Sq Ft
06/22/2017 06/22/17 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2017 06/22/17 For Sale $110,000 +160.0% $88 / Sq Ft
09/25/2013 09/25/13 Sold $42,300 +76.3% $33 / Sq Ft
07/22/2013 07/22/13 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2013 07/12/13 For Sale $24,000 -- $18 / 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 $3,048 $104,900 $0 $0
2023 $3,023 $91,500 $0 $0
2022 $2,873 $84,800 $0 $0
2021 $2,800 $75,000 $0 $0
2020 $2,706 $56,700 $0 $0
2019 $2,770 $53,300 $0 $0
2018 $2,686 $50,700 $0 $0
2017 $1,741 $41,700 $0 $0
2016 $1,750 $35,900 $0 $0
2015 $1,667 $35,900 $0 $0
2013 -- $33,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Nolan Miklusicak

    Blueprint Properties LLC

    (616) 706-2459

    5 in this area

    77 Total Sales

    Nolan Miklusicak
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  • Michael Childress

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Michael Childress

    Childress & Associates Realty

    (616) 893-1672

    2 in this area

    163 Total Sales

    Michael Childress
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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Mark Blashkiw

    Blueprint Properties LLC

    (616) 706-5341

    101 Total Sales

    Mark Blashkiw
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 17030473

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-13-26-379-014

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49504 John Ball Park

242 Valley Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 242 Valley Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 since 22 June 2017 and is currently estimated at $247,878, approximately $197 per square foot. This property was built in 1919. 242 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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