NOT LISTED FOR SALE

252 Pearl St NW Unit 6C Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Downtown Grand Rapids Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $355,000 - $440,000

1 Bed
1.5 Baths
1,192 Sq Ft
$373/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 30, 2017

Last sale price $280,000 $235 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,061/month

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront
  • Recreation Room
  • Elevator
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • 3-minute walk to Rosa Parks Circle

About This Home

As of August 2017

LOCATION, LOCATION! On the east bank of the Grand River between the JW Marriott and the Amway Grand Plaza, this condo offers a gorgeous view up and down the water, sunsets over the hills to the west, and the activity of Ah-Nab-Awen Park. This 1200 sq ft unit features an open floorplan with loft style wood beam, sandblasted brick wall and original butcher block ceiling. Enjoy the festivities of downtown right at your doorstep.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Betsy Westman

Westman, Betsy License #6502131194 Listed on: 06/14/2017

Co-Listed By

John Westman

Westman, John License #6502137825

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Baars

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,123

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • Waterfront

HOA Fees

  • $373 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,192 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Water Views
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, trash, snow removal, sewer, lawn/yard care
  • $50 HOA Transfer Fee
  • Forslund Condos

Amenities

  • Elevator

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,123

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$373 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Contemporary
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1900
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: NA
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Basement: No
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1192.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: Yes
  • General Property Info:Design: Contemporary
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 5123.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: CBD
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: No
  • Garage Type Attached: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Additional Items:Security System: Yes
  • Additional Items:Whirlpool Tub: Yes
  • General Property Info:Condo Proj Name: Forslund
  • General Property Info:Entry Type: Common
  • General Property Info:Pets YN: No
  • Water Heater:Electric3: Yes
  • Heat Type:Heat Pump: Yes
  • Additional Items:Elevator: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans, Elevator, Security System, Whirlpool Tub
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Other
  • LivingArea: 1192.0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • List Price: 285000.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Grand River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage:Garage2: Yes
  • Garage Type:_one_: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heat Source:Electric2: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 373.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Association/Amenities

  • Association Info:Approx Assoc Fee2: 373.0
  • Association Info:Assoc Buy in Fee: 50
  • Association Info:Assoc Fee Payable: Monthly
  • Water Fea Amenities:View: Yes
  • General Property Info:Association Contact: Realico

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Trash, Snow Removal, Sewer, Lawn/Yard Care

Lot Info

  • Zoning Description: CBD
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5123.0
  • Tax Year: 2017

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 14, 2017
Closed on
Aug 30, 2017
Sold by
Talen Gerald A and Talen Emma R
Bought by
Bowles Robin G and Bowles Margaret E
Seller's Agent
Betsy Westman
Westman, Betsy
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Baars
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate
List Price
$285,000
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.75%
Current Estimated Value
$414,429

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$134,429
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.69%
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
3.74%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 2004
Sold by
Estate Of Verne R Barry and Barry James R
Bought by
Talen Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 1997
Sold by
Birnie Birnie J J and Birnie E
Bought by
Barry Verne R and Talen Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 1994
Sold by
Birnie Birnie E E and Birnie J
Bought by
Talen Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 1994
Sold by
Visser Visser B B and Visser Birnie E
Bought by
Talen Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 1990

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 1990
Sold by
Greymoor Rl Est and Birn Greymoor
Bought by
Talen Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 1990
Sold by
Greymoor Visser and Greymoor Real
Bought by
Talen Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 1990
Sold by
Prtnersp 250 and Visser Prtnersp
Bought by
Talen Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 1989
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Bowles Robin G $280,000 First American Title Ins Co
Talen Revocable Trust $225,000 --
Barry Verne R $180,000 --
Talen Trust -- --
Talen Trust $145,000 --
-- $135,000 --
Talen Trust -- --
Talen Trust -- --
Talen Trust -- --
-- -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bowles Robin Grant $90,000
Closed Bowles Robin G $60,000
Previous Owner Barry Verne R $20,289
Previous Owner Barry Verne R $19,993
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/30/2017 08/30/17 Sold $280,000 -1.8% $235 / Sq Ft
07/18/2017 07/18/17 Pending -- -- --
06/14/2017 06/14/17 For Sale $285,000 -- $239 / 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
2025 $4,782 $150,800 $0 $0
2024 $4,782 $150,800 $0 $0
2023 $5,613 $181,800 $0 $0
2022 $5,329 $172,800 $0 $0
2021 $5,211 $166,900 $0 $0
2020 $4,981 $174,600 $0 $0
2019 $5,038 $160,900 $0 $0
2018 $5,038 $144,800 $0 $0
2017 $5,053 $125,200 $0 $0
2016 $5,077 $119,200 $0 $0
2015 $4,838 $119,200 $0 $0
2013 -- $110,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Betsy Westman

    Westman, Betsy

  • J

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    John Westman

    Westman, John

  • L

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Lisa Baars

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 17028567

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-13-25-262-015

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49503 Downtown Grand Rapids

252 Pearl St NW Unit 6C, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 252 Pearl St NW Unit 6C, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 since 14 June 2017 and is currently estimated at $393,852, approximately $330 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 252 Pearl St NW Unit 6C is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Grand Rapids Montessori Academy, Alger Middle School, and Ottawa Hills High School.

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