2438 Union Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Garfield Park Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,176
Sq Ft
8,712
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- 0.2 Acre Lot
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Recreation Room
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of April 2019Welcome to 2438 Union & the timeless design of this 3 bed, 2 full bath Cape Cod tucked quietly away in one of the most coveted pockets of Alger Heights! Step through the front door to discover an immaculately cared for home filled w/ classic features. The main floor boasts of a beautifully updated kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, large formal dining room, expansive living room w/ wood burning fireplace, bedroom, & full bath. Head upstairs to find the master bedroom w/ charming dormer windows, walk-in closet, & a door that walks out to your own private upper-level deck! Also upstairs is another sizable bedroom & full bath. The basement contains a wonderfully finished family room, a clean & fresh laundry room w/ newer washer & dryer, & plenty of room for a wood shop & storage! Want more to love? Enjoy grilling w/ loved ones on the recently finished Trex deck which overlooks the fenced-in backyard! Want walkability? This home is walkable to the charming downtown Alger Heights district w/ places to enjoy such as The Old Goat, Brass Ring Brewery, Real Food Cafe, Ken's Fruit Market, & many more! Also walkable to Garfield Park and the Garfield Park Nature Center (for the dog lovers out there)! Book your private showing today! No offers will be presented until Monday, April 15 after 5:00 pm.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Dustin Anderson
Five Star Real Estate (Fulton) Listed on: 04/11/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,490
Year Built
- Built in 1951
Lot Details
- 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 66x132
- Shrub
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Window Screens
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Storm Windows
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- High Speed Internet
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 11, 2019
Closed on
Apr 30, 2019
Sold by
Rexroat Joseph A and Rexroat Elizabeth A
Bought by
Gorvetzian Joseph W
Seller's Agent
Dustin Anderson
Five Star Real Estate (Fulton)
Buyer's Agent
Kevin Wensley
Novosad Realty Partners
List Price
$194,900
Sold Price
$232,000
Premium/Discount to List
$37,100
19.04%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.15%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 22, 2016
Closed on
May 2, 2016
Sold by
Kaufman Daniel and Kaufman Carol
Bought by
Rexroat Joseph A and Rexroat Elizabeth A
Seller's Agent
Paul Spica
Spica Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jason Carpenter
Keller Williams GR East
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$164,000
Premium/Discount to List
$14,100
9.41%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.30%
Original Mortgage
$163,827
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 22, 2005
Sold by
Berens Susan B
Bought by
Gmac Mortgage Corp
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 4, 2000
Bought by
Kaufman Berens S and Kaufman Daniel Carol
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 30, 1990
Sold by
Rice Soper J
Bought by
Kaufman Daniel Carol
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 19, 1982
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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 | $232,000 | Star Title Agency Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $164,000 | Attorney | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $130,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $114,400 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $82,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $54,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $163,800 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $163,800 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $163,827 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $101,440 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2025 07/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/17/2025 07/17/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | +50.9% | $161 / Sq Ft |
| 04/30/2019 04/30/19 | Sold | $232,000 | +19.0% | $107 / Sq Ft |
| 04/15/2019 04/15/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2019 04/11/19 | For Sale | $194,900 | +18.8% | $90 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2016 05/02/16 | Sold | $164,000 | +9.4% | $75 / Sq Ft |
| 03/25/2016 03/25/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/22/2016 03/22/16 | For Sale | $149,900 | -- | $69 / 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 | $3,366 | $149,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $3,366 | $139,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $3,415 | $123,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,242 | $104,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,170 | $93,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,053 | $92,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,579 | $84,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,490 | $74,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,424 | $64,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,078 | $58,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,933 | $58,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $61,600 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
K
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kevin Wensley
Novosad Realty Partners
(616) 676-7077
38 Total Sales
-
D
Seller's Agent in 2019
Dustin Anderson
Five Star Real Estate (Fulton)
-
Seller's Agent in 2016
Paul Spica
Spica Real Estate
(616) 262-3213
1 in this area
184 Total Sales
-
R
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016
Ryan Kaufman
Five Star Real Estate (Rock)
(616) 821-3743
1 in this area
133 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Jason Carpenter
Keller Williams GR East
(616) 334-2630
2 in this area
213 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 19013763
APN: 41-18-07-427-002
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