281 Minges Hills Dr Battle Creek, MI 49015
Rural Southwest Battle Creek Neighborhood
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,127
Sq Ft
0.74
Acres
Highlights
- Deck
- Recreation Room
- Bay Window
- Contemporary Architecture
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Brick or Stone Mason
About This Home
As of November 2024Rare opportunity to own a stunning property in the prestigious Minges Hills neighborhood in Battle Creek. This home is a showstopper from outside with grand front porch columns and a massive 3/4 acre lot. Offering over 4,000 total square feet of living space inside, including a master bedroom with an en-suite bath sporting an incredible cathedral ceiling, this home is a must see. Other features include a large living room with tall ceilings, a massive den above the garage, and a recently finished blacked out entertainment room in the basement. With 5 bedrooms in total, including a second private en-suite in the basement, and 4.5 baths, this home gives you so much room to grow. With a 3-car garage to boot, there isn't much more you can ask for in a property of this magnitude. Schedule a private showing today and come see for yourself!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Kalamazoo Market Center License #6501411075 Listed on: 08/12/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate License #6501276162
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,283
Year Built
- Built in 1994
Lot Details
- 0.74 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 121.99 x 241.25
- Shrub
- Sprinkler System
HOA Fees
- $29 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Brick or Stone Mason
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Window Treatments
- Bay Window
- Window Screens
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Recreation Room
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- 1 Bedroom in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Power Generator
- Well
- Septic System
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 12, 2024
Closed on
Nov 22, 2024
Sold by
Balenkowski Piotr and Balenkowski Sigrid
Bought by
Lehouiller Scott and Lehouiller Mary Lynn
Seller's Agent
Parker Gray
Keller Williams Kalamazoo Market Center
Buyer's Agent
Julie Shouldice
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate
List Price
$515,000
Sold Price
$495,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-3.88%
Views
58
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
$21,605
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.44%
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 6, 2022
Closed on
Jun 9, 2022
Sold by
Mckernan and Lee
Bought by
Balenkowski Piotr and Balenkowski Sigrid
Seller's Agent
Elaine Leino
Five Star Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Parker Gray
Keller Williams Kalamazoo Market Center
List Price
$448,000
Sold Price
$452,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,000
0.89%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.76%
Original Mortgage
$445,000
Interest Rate
4.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 10, 2014
Closed on
Apr 25, 2014
Sold by
Etheridge Kip P and Etheridge Renae
Bought by
Mckernan James and Mckernan Lee
Seller's Agent
BJ Etheridge
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Frank Barber
Five Star Real Estate
List Price
$359,000
Sold Price
$333,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,000
-7.24%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.83%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
4.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 19, 2005
Sold by
Adcock Arthur L and Adcock Gail E
Bought by
Etheridge Kip P and Etheridge Renae
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$304,000
Interest Rate
5.89%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 24, 2002
Sold by
Adcock Arthur L and Adcock Gail E
Bought by
Adcock Trusts Arthur L and Adcock Trusts Gail E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 7, 2001
Sold by
Adcock Arthur L and Adcock Gail E
Bought by
Adcock Trust Arthur L and Adcock Trust Gail E
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $495,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $452,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $333,000 | Dba Ppr Title Agency | |
| Warranty Deed | $320,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $100 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $100 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $445,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $256,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $54,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $304,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2024 11/25/24 | Sold | $495,000 | -3.9% | $120 / Sq Ft |
| 10/19/2024 10/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/12/2024 08/12/24 | For Sale | $515,000 | +13.9% | $125 / Sq Ft |
| 06/10/2022 06/10/22 | Sold | $452,000 | +0.9% | $114 / Sq Ft |
| 05/08/2022 05/08/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/06/2022 05/06/22 | For Sale | $448,000 | +34.5% | $113 / Sq Ft |
| 04/25/2014 04/25/14 | Sold | $333,000 | -7.2% | $84 / Sq Ft |
| 02/21/2014 02/21/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/10/2014 02/10/14 | For Sale | $359,000 | -- | $90 / Sq Ft |
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 | -- | $264,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $7,562 | $242,140 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $7,913 | $190,568 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $6,275 | $179,944 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $7,704 | $180,705 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $7,269 | $159,194 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $7,272 | $156,967 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $7,272 | $152,886 | $30,000 | $122,886 |
| 2017 | $7,336 | $153,355 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $7,357 | $155,957 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $6,195 | $165,452 | $12,118 | $153,334 |
| 2014 | $6,195 | $138,500 | $12,118 | $126,382 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Parker Gray
P
Seller's Agent in 2024
Parker Gray
Keller Williams Kalamazoo Market Center
(269) 910-5298
2 in this area
161 Total Sales
-
Julie Shouldice
J
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Julie Shouldice
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate
(269) 986-6556
5 in this area
76 Total Sales
-
Elaine Leino
Seller's Agent in 2022
Elaine Leino
Five Star Real Estate
(269) 217-1028
1 in this area
64 Total Sales
-
B
Seller's Agent in 2014
BJ Etheridge
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate
-
F
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Frank Barber
Five Star Real Estate
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 24041809
APN: 5555-00-096-0
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