NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2538 Alger St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Ridgemoor Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $503,289 - $622,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,299 Sq Ft
$171/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 15, 2014

Last sale price $272,000 $82 Per Sq Ft

Est. 107% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,479/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wooded Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac

About This Home

As of October 2014

Pride in ownership shows through this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath tri-level home. This midcentury modern home features an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, gourmet kitchen, large bedrooms and a private master suite with balcony and remodeled bathroom attached. The master bathroom has a glass shower enclosure, heated floor and custom cabinets. There are many other wonderful upgrades throughout the home including Stainmaster carpet, two gas fireplaces - one of which has a remote control and thermostat, updated insulation and a one-of-a-kind hand-blown chandelier in the entry. The remodeled kitchen was featured in the Parade of Homes and includes stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, double oven, a Dacor gas cook top, and custom cabinets. In addition, a creek runs thr ough the ravine at the back of the property. This home offers a peaceful, secluded setting while being close to all major grocery stores, shopping centers and restaurants.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Grevengoed

Clarity Realty LLC License #6502360881 Listed on: 09/04/2014

Clarity Realty LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael VanderWoude

Edison Brokers & Co LLC License #6502399417

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,271

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 0.39 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3,299 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room
  • Den with Fireplace
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room

Kitchen

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  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Property is near a ravine

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,271

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

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Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Tri-Level
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1968
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 95.5*182.5
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 3299.0
  • General Property Info:Design: Tri-Level
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 3271.0
  • Lot Description:Wooded: Yes
  • Garage Type Attached: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 2.0
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Lot Description:Cul-De-Sac: Yes
  • Lot Description:Ravine: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Substructure:Walk Out: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Family, Den/Study
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Walk Out
  • LivingArea: 3299.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 3.0
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Center Island: Yes
  • Fireplace:Gas Log: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Fireplace:Family: Yes
  • Fireplace:DenStudy: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • List Price: 269900.0
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Sidewalk, Wooded
  • Topography: {"Ravine":true}
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Features:Deck(s): Yes
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes
  • Exterior Features:_three_ Season Room: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Garage:Garage2: Yes
  • Garage Type:_two_: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.39
  • Lot Size Area: 0.39
  • Lot Dimensions: 95.5*182.5
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16988.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3271.0
  • Tax Year: 2014

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 4, 2014
Closed on
Oct 15, 2014
Sold by
Straayer Timothy Alan and Straayer William Voetberg
Bought by
Iwema Russell and Iwema Julie
Seller's Agent
Julie Grevengoed
Clarity Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Michael VanderWoude
Edison Brokers & Co LLC
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$272,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,100
0.78%
Current Estimated Value
$563,322

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$291,322
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.34%
Original Mortgage
$217,600
Interest Rate
4.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2012
Sold by
Straayer Timothy Alan and Straayer William Voetberg
Bought by
Voetberg F William and Straayer Timothy Alan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2005
Sold by
Schaafsma Timothy S and Schaafsma Krista V
Bought by
Voetberg F William and Straayer Timothy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,500
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 1996
Sold by
Kett Kett J J and Kett Shaafsma T
Bought by
Shaafsma T and Straayer/Voetberg Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 1989

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 1984
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
Iwema Russell $272,000 Sun Title Agency Of Mi Llc
Voetberg F William -- None Available
Voetberg F William $232,500 --
Shaafsma T $178,000 --
-- $131,900 --
-- $104,600 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Iwema Russell $223,000
Closed Iwema Russell $217,600
Previous Owner Voetberg F William $106,000
Previous Owner Voetberg F William $123,000
Previous Owner Voetberg F William $132,500
Previous Owner Schaafsma Timothy S $122,550
Previous Owner Schaafsma Timothy S $125,000
Previous Owner Schaafsma Timothy S $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/15/2014 10/15/14 Sold $272,000 +0.8% $82 / Sq Ft
09/05/2014 09/05/14 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2014 09/04/14 For Sale $269,900 -- $82 / 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 $4,414 $245,000 $0 $0
2024 $4,414 $205,600 $0 $0
2023 $4,478 $190,700 $0 $0
2022 $4,252 $173,000 $0 $0
2021 $4,157 $169,700 $0 $0
2020 $3,974 $162,500 $0 $0
2019 $4,162 $151,700 $0 $0
2018 $4,019 $139,000 $0 $0
2017 $3,913 $126,600 $0 $0
2016 $3,960 $111,800 $0 $0
2015 $3,720 $111,800 $0 $0
2013 -- $99,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Julie Grevengoed

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Julie Grevengoed

    Clarity Realty LLC

    (616) 466-4539

    1 in this area

    124 Total Sales

    Julie Grevengoed
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  • Michael VanderWoude

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Michael VanderWoude

    Edison Brokers & Co LLC

    (616) 914-1556

    49 Total Sales

    Michael VanderWoude
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 14050664

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-18-10-327-004

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49546 Ridgemoor

2538 Alger St SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 2538 Alger St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 since 04 September 2014 and is currently estimated at $563,322, approximately $170 per square foot. This property was built in 1968. 2538 Alger St SE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Sherwood Park Global Studies Academy, Alger Middle School, and Ottawa Hills High School.

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