NOT LISTED FOR SALE

324 Benson Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Midtown Grand Rapids Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $284,000 - $373,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,416 Sq Ft
$230/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 11, 2021

Last sale price $130,000 $92 Per Sq Ft

Est. 151% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,279/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Wood Siding
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Ceiling Fan

About This Home

As of January 2021

Loads of potential here! Just outside of Medical Mile and Heritage Hill this two story home with additional attic space is begging to be restored. Hardwood floors, original trim, claw foot tub, city views, two stall garage and wonderful location - walkable to many popular amenities. Newer water heater and furnace. Easy to show.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa VanStrien

Five Star Real Estate (Main) License #6501403167 Listed on: 12/19/2020

Five Star Real Estate (Main)

Last Buyer's Agent

bert lamb chop

Pyxis Realty License #6501424560

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $902

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Lot Details

  • 4,922 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x123
  • Property is zoned res imp, res imp

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,416 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$902

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Farmhouse
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1917
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 40x123
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1416.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 902.42
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: res imp
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Electric: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Natural Gas2: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1416.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style Farm House: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1416.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • List Price: 149900.0
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 40x123
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4922.0
  • Zoning Description: res imp
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 902.42
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2021
Sold by
Lambert Brett
Bought by
Lambert Brett and Cragwall Kristen
Current Estimated Value
$326,025

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$214,750
Outstanding Balance
$195,854
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$103,590

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 19, 2020
Closed on
Jan 11, 2021
Sold by
Dykstra Esther
Bought by
Lambert Brett
Seller's Agent
Lisa VanStrien
Five Star Real Estate (Main)
Buyer's Agent
bert lamb chop
Pyxis Realty
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$130,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-18.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.70%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2020
Sold by
Sweeney Debora L
Bought by
Dykstra Esther

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2019
Sold by
Dykstra John William and Dykstra Esther
Bought by
Sweeney Debora L and Dykstra Esther

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 2007
Sold by
Dykstra Charles John and Dykstra Terri J
Bought by
Dykstra Esther and Dykstra John William

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 1991
Sold by
Dykstra Dykstra C C and Dykstra E
Bought by
Dykstra Esther John William
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
Lambert Brett -- Next Door Title Agency Llc
Lambert Brett $130,000 Irongate Title Agency Llc
Dykstra Esther -- None Available
Sweeney Debora L -- None Available
Dykstra Esther -- None Available
Dykstra Esther John William -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lambert Brett $214,750
Closed Lambert Brett $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/11/2021 01/11/21 Sold $130,000 -18.7% $92 / Sq Ft
12/21/2020 12/21/20 Pending -- -- --
12/19/2020 12/19/20 For Sale $159,900 -- $113 / 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 $6,067 $160,900 $0 $0
2024 $6,067 $136,900 $0 $0
2023 $6,018 $121,400 $0 $0
2022 $6,031 $110,300 $0 $0
2021 $1,366 $99,000 $0 $0
2020 $851 $90,800 $0 $0
2019 $861 $77,600 $0 $0
2018 $861 $72,100 $0 $0
2017 $838 $63,400 $0 $0
2016 $848 $54,700 $0 $0
2015 $789 $54,700 $0 $0
2013 -- $43,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Lisa VanStrien

    Five Star Real Estate (Main)

    (616) 350-2625

    1 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    Lisa VanStrien
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  • b

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    bert lamb chop

    Pyxis Realty

    (415) 942-3202

    2 in this area

    10 Total Sales

    bert lamb chop
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20050104

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-30-227-008

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49503 Midtown Grand Rapids

324 Benson Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 324 Benson Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 since 19 December 2020 and is currently estimated at $326,025, approximately $230 per square foot. This property was built in 1917. 324 Benson Ave NE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Grand Rapids Montessori Academy, Alger Middle School, and Ottawa Hills High School.

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