253 Mckinley Ave Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236
Estimated Value: $530,809 - $629,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,159
Sq Ft
$262/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Lake Privileges
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
- Richard Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of December 2017FANTASTIC GROSSE POINTE FARMS LOCATION. THIS 4 BEDROOM, 2 1/2 BATH COLONIAL HAS BEEN COMPLETELY REMODELED. MASTER BEDROOM WITH FULL BATH, DOUBLE SINKS, AND WALK IN CLOSET, NEW KITCHEN WITH STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, GRANITE COUNTER TOPS, TILE FLOOR AND ABUNDANT CUPBOARD SPACE, GENEROUS FAMILY ROOM, NEW ANDERSEN WINDOWS, NEW GARAGE, NEW ROOF, REFINISHED HARDWOOD FLOORS, TASTEFULLY DECORATED THROUGHOUT, 2 NEW FULL BATHS, BASEMENT RECREATION ROOM WITH NEW CARPET, AND PARTIALLY FINISHED BASEMENT WITH CARPETED RECREATION ROOM. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. JUST MOVE IN. WALK TO SCHOOLS, SHOPPING AND DINING.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
Year Built
- Built in 1936
Lot Details
- 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 45.00x114.00
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,159 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Partially Finished Basement
- Fireplace in Basement
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Lake Privileges
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 38013010088000
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Mc Millan Grosse Pointe Sub Subdivision
Recreation
- Water Sports
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 23, 2017
Closed on
Dec 15, 2017
Sold by
Lavalley Mark and Lavalley Brett
Bought by
Okonowski Robert C
Seller's Agent
Dean Sine
Sine & Monaghan LLC
Buyer's Agent
Douglas Rahaim
DOBI Real Estate
List Price
$439,000
Sold Price
$431,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-1.82%
Total Days on Market
14
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
$135,202
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.47%
Original Mortgage
$401,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 1, 2014
Closed on
Sep 15, 2014
Sold by
Donahue William C
Bought by
Lavalley Brett
Seller's Agent
Dean Sine
Sine & Monaghan LLC
Buyer's Agent
Dean Sine
Sine & Monaghan LLC
List Price
$214,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,900
-18.57%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
31.96%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 18, 2008
Sold by
Donahue John A and Donahue John R
Bought by
Donahue William C and John Donahue Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Okonowski Robert C | $431,000 | None Available | |
| Lavalley Brett | $175,000 | Greco Title Agency Llc | |
| Donahue William C | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Okonowski Robert C | $396,000 | |
| Closed | Okonowski Robert C | $401,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Donahue John A | $150,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2017 12/15/17 | Sold | $431,000 | -1.8% | $200 / Sq Ft |
| 11/06/2017 11/06/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/23/2017 10/23/17 | For Sale | $439,000 | +150.9% | $203 / Sq Ft |
| 09/15/2014 09/15/14 | Sold | $175,000 | -18.6% | $86 / Sq Ft |
| 09/09/2014 09/09/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/01/2014 08/01/14 | For Sale | $214,900 | -- | $106 / Sq Ft |
Source: Realcomp
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 | $4,763 | $260,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $4,539 | $242,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $8,476 | $219,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $8,008 | $216,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $7,874 | $174,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $4,030 | $150,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $6,677 | $145,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $7,194 | $138,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $13,450 | $134,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | $11,810 | $118,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2012 | $3,142 | $118,100 | $24,400 | $93,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dean Sine
Seller's Agent in 2017
Dean Sine
Sine & Monaghan LLC
(313) 550-5335
30 in this area
116 Total Sales
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Douglas Rahaim
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Douglas Rahaim
DOBI Real Estate
(313) 590-5794
5 in this area
122 Total Sales
Map
Source: Realcomp
MLS Number: 217094772
APN: 38-013-01-0088-000
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