NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2847 Foster Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505

Creston Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $231,706 - $246,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,228 Sq Ft
$194/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 26, 2016

Last sale price $84,900 $69 Per Sq Ft

Est. 180% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,386/month

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Storm Windows
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Living Room
  • Level Lot

About This Home

As of February 2016

Just a stone’s throw from Riverside Park, this cute 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch style home is sure to please. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, you will find that its location is close to everything! This is the perfect time to make that leap into home ownership or perhaps right size your life! Main floor features living room with large new windows that fill the room with light and make for a comfy space. From there you have a cozy galley kitchen complete with eating nook and with a splash of paint, you can add your own style, there is also a full bath and two bedrooms all conveniently located on the main floor. The lower level offers yet an additional family room and non- conforming 3rd bedroom or office! The backyard is even completely fenced in for your enjoyment to watch kids play, or perhaps to get that dog you have always wanted! Don't miss your opportunity of getting a small piece of heaven at a great price!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tammy Jo Budzynski

ERA Reardon Realty Great Lakes Listed on: 12/16/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Edward Kalavitz

Turnkey Realty LLC License #6501386956

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,504

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 59' x 120'
  • Level Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,228 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Windows
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,504

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1951
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 59' x 120'
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1228.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1504.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: RES
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Lot Description:Level: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Utilities Attached:Telephone Line: Yes
  • Windows:Storms: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 768.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Fencing:Fenced Back: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Garage Door Opener
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1228.0
  • Window Features: Storms
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 84900.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Aluminum Siding: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size Area: 0.18
  • Lot Dimensions: 59' x 120'
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7841.0
  • Zoning Description: RES
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1504.0
  • Tax Year: 2015

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 16, 2015
Closed on
Feb 26, 2016
Sold by
Petrovich Amanda
Bought by
Castro Martinez Christian H
Seller's Agent
Tammy Jo Budzynski
ERA Reardon Realty Great Lakes
Buyer's Agent
Edward Kalavitz
Turnkey Realty LLC
List Price
$84,900
Sold Price
$84,900
Current Estimated Value
$237,927

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$153,027
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.32%
Original Mortgage
$83,361
Outstanding Balance
$67,577
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$170,350

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2010
Sold by
The Bank Of New York Mellon
Bought by
Petrovich Amanda

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 25, 2009
Sold by
Ruehle Peter
Bought by
The Bank Of New York Mellon and The Bank Of New York

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2003
Sold by
Powney Gary Lee and Estate Of Vivian Lucile Powney
Bought by
Ruehle Peter

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,920
Interest Rate
5.31%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Castro Martinez Christian H $84,900 Owners Title Agency Llc
Petrovich Amanda $45,000 Parks Title
The Bank Of New York Mellon $70,417 None Available
Ruehle Peter $91,150 Fatic
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Castro Martinez Christian H $83,361
Previous Owner Ruehle Peter $72,920
Closed Ruehle Peter $18,230
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/26/2016 02/26/16 Sold $84,900 0.0% $69 / Sq Ft
01/10/2016 01/10/16 Pending -- -- --
12/16/2015 12/16/15 For Sale $84,900 -- $69 / 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 $1,435 $84,000 $0 $0
2024 $1,435 $74,700 $0 $0
2023 $1,456 $62,500 $0 $0
2022 $1,383 $58,600 $0 $0
2021 $1,352 $52,200 $0 $0
2020 $1,292 $48,500 $0 $0
2019 $1,307 $44,800 $0 $0
2018 $1,307 $41,600 $0 $0
2017 $1,273 $33,000 $0 $0
2016 $1,042 $31,900 $0 $0
2015 $1,504 $31,900 $0 $0
2013 -- $28,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • T

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Tammy Jo Budzynski

    ERA Reardon Realty Great Lakes

  • E

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Edward Kalavitz

    Turnkey Realty LLC

    (616) 633-3692

    9 Total Sales

    Edward Kalavitz
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 15063127

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-05-352-024

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49505 Creston

2847 Foster Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 2847 Foster Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 since 16 December 2015 and is currently estimated at $237,927, approximately $193 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 2847 Foster Ave NE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Riverside Middle School, Union High School, and All Saints Academy - Lower Campus.

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