NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2561 Forest Bluff Dr SE Unit 23 Grand Rapids, MI 49546

East Paris Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $302,000 - $473,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,499 Sq Ft
$225/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold September 05, 2012

Last sale price $218,000 $87 Per Sq Ft

Est. 82% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,810/month

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Attached Garage
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Meadow Brook Elementary School Rated A
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of September 2012

Wow! This is a wonderful walkout ranch condo in Forest Meadows. HOme features kitchen with breakfast nook, Formal dining room with fireplace, sliders t a deck, large master suite. Down has family room bath, bedrooms and storage. Very well maintained, close to everything Quiet cul-de-sac street. Also has a very nice 4-season room.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jack Grashuis

Greenridge Realty (Kentwood) Listed on: 06/18/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Kate Bylsma

Patriot Realty License #6506046050

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,986

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

HOA Fees

  • $225 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,499 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Additional Features

  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Association fees include water, trash, snow removal, sewer, lawn/yard care

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,986

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$225 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2001
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans, Garage Door Opener
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Walk Out
  • LivingArea: 2499.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • List Price: 224900.0
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Topography: {"Rolling Hills":true}

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Utilities: Telephone Line, Cable Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 225.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2021
Sold by
Bembenista Thaddeus E and Bembenista Irene C
Bought by
Thaddeus & Irene Bembenista Trust
Current Estimated Value
$396,122

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 2008
Sold by
Cocco Ronald
Bought by
Cocco Cynthia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$169,400
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2006
Sold by
Flood Kevin
Bought by
Cocco Ronald and Cocco Cynthia M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$128,000
Interest Rate
6.66%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 2001
Sold by
Forest Bluff Development Llc
Bought by
Vandegiessen Raymond J
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
Thaddeus & Irene Bembenista Trust -- None Available
Cocco Cynthia -- Metropolitan Title Company
Cocco Ronald $249,900 None Available
Flood Kevin $215,500 None Available
Vandegiessen Raymond J $229,010 Metropolitan Title Company
Forest Bluff Development Llc -- Metropolitan Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bembenista Thaddeus E $163,500
Closed Bursma Cynthia $158,764
Closed Cocco Cynthia $169,400
Previous Owner Cocco Ronald $128,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/05/2012 09/05/12 Sold $218,000 -3.1% $87 / Sq Ft
07/31/2012 07/31/12 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2012 06/18/12 For Sale $224,900 -- $90 / 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 $4,986 $209,400 $0 $0
2024 $4,986 $181,800 $0 $0
2023 $5,361 $147,700 $0 $0
2022 $5,027 $146,400 $0 $0
2021 $4,896 $143,700 $0 $0
2020 $4,043 $135,000 $0 $0
2019 $4,777 $147,900 $0 $0
2018 $4,777 $140,000 $0 $0
2017 $4,736 $120,300 $0 $0
2016 $4,594 $117,200 $0 $0
2015 $4,541 $117,200 $0 $0
2013 -- $111,800 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jack Grashuis

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Jack Grashuis

    Greenridge Realty (Kentwood)

    (616) 291-4269

    50 Total Sales

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  • Kate Bylsma

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Kate Bylsma

    Patriot Realty

    (616) 822-7843

    3 in this area

    157 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 12034028

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-18-12-404-023

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49546 East Paris

2561 Forest Bluff Dr SE Unit 23, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 2561 Forest Bluff Dr SE Unit 23, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 since 18 June 2012 and is currently estimated at $404,160, approximately $161 per square foot. This property was built in 2001. 2561 Forest Bluff Dr SE Unit 23 is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Meadow Brook Elementary School, Northern Trails 5/6 School, and Northern Hills Middle School.

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