Seller's Agent in 2015
John Postma
RE/MAX Michigan
(616) 975-5623
118 in this area
270 Total Sales
2800 Thornapple River Dr SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Forest Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $335,000 - $410,000
6
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,096
Sq Ft
$181/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Private Waterfront
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Deck
- Thornapple Elementary School Rated A
- Docks
- 4-minute walk to Leslie E Tassell Park & Cascade Dam
About This Home
As of October 2015Great little 5-bedroom walkout cottage. Situated on 117ft of the Thornapple River between the Cascade & Ada Dams with navigable channel access to the all sport areas. Prime location; within walking distance to local amenities, yet secluded and private lot offers natural views of the water and abundant wildlife. Home is close to river but above flood plain. No steep bank & level backyard. Same owners since 1947. Home is an estate property. Main floor has glassed in breezeway, knotty pine great room, formal dining room, kitchen with adjacent eating area, two bedrooms & bath. Upstairs has 2 bedrooms. LL has family room, utility room, & master suite with zoned hot water heat & 2 walk-in closets, full bath, & walkout to patio. 2.5 stall garage. Adjacent lot is also for sale MLS# 15047379. Owner excavated two swimming pool areas & a channel in '60's to allow for power boating to all sport areas of river.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH) License #6502114085 Listed on: 09/14/2015
Last Buyer's Agent
John Postma
RE/MAX of G.R. Inc. (SE) - I
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,049
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Private Waterfront
- 117 Feet of Waterfront
- Shrub
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,096 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- 1 Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
- Water Views
- Walk-Out Basement
Kitchen
- Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms | 5 Main Level Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Docks
- Deck
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 14, 2015
Closed on
Oct 5, 2015
Sold by
Leslie Dekoster Mark E and Leslie Dennis
Bought by
Cascade Charter Township
Seller's Agent
John Postma
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
Buyer's Agent
John Postma
RE/MAX Of Grand Rapids
List Price
$195,000
Sold Price
$195,000
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
$184,715
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.97%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 28, 2007
Sold by
Dekoster Lester and Dekoster Ruth J
Bought by
The Lester & Ruth Dekoster Living Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Charter Township | -- | 1St Am Title | |
| The Lester & Ruth Dekoster Living Trust | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/05/2015 10/05/15 | Sold | $195,000 | 0.0% | $93 / Sq Ft |
| 09/14/2015 09/14/15 | For Sale | $195,000 | -- | $93 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2015 09/12/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
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 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,104 | $103,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $6,208 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $15 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3 | $147,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $147,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $134,400 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
John Postma
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 15047374
APN: 41-19-16-204-002
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