NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3355 Balsam Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Estimated Value: $358,804 - $569,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,100 Sq Ft
$203/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 15, 2012

Last sale price $165,900 $79 Per Sq Ft

Est. 157% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,548/month

128 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Shed
  • Orchard View Elementary School Rated A
  • Attached Garage
  • Garden

About This Home

As of October 2012

Comfortable living in an established, quiet and convenient neighborhood on the northeast side of Grand Rapids. Easy access to highways and the East Beltline, low Grand Rapids township taxes within the Forest Hills Eastern school district. Although the home has excellent curb appeal, it is much larger than it appears with over 2000 SF of living space. There are 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths to give a growing family plenty of room. All bathrooms have been remodeled and updated within the past 3 years. Open living floor plan with sunken living room and gas fireplace gives the living area a warm welcoming feel. There is more room down with a large family room and walkout. Home has new roof, new efficiency furnace, and 6 inches added attic insulation to keep the heat costs down. Two decks overloo k a spacious terraced private back yard with views of Emerald Lake. Home shows excellent, meticulously kept inside and out.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Hoskins

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Rock) Listed on: 04/18/2012

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Rock)

Last Buyer's Agent

Kay Maitner

Kay Lynn Maitner License #6501219420

Kay Lynn Maitner

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,259

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • Garden

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,100 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic System
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,259

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1984
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fans, Water Softener/Owned
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Walk Out
  • LivingArea: 2100.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Gas Log: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck(s)
  • List Price: 167900.0
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Waterfront: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Deck(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Garage:Garage2: Yes
  • Garage Type:_two_: Yes

Utilities

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 0
  • Zoning Description: RES
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2259.0
  • Tax Year: 2011

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2012
Closed on
Oct 15, 2012
Sold by
Johnson Lori R and Ritz Lori R
Bought by
Toft Thomas H and Sayegh Rena
Seller's Agent
Mark Hoskins
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Rock)
Buyer's Agent
Kay Maitner
Kay Lynn Maitner
List Price
$174,500
Sold Price
$165,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,600
-4.93%
Total Days on Market
128
Current Estimated Value
$426,701

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$260,801
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.61%
Original Mortgage
$162,850
Outstanding Balance
$116,178
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$256,276

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2003
Sold by
Ritz Lori R and Urbane Lori R
Bought by
Ritz Lori R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$54,300
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 1991
Bought by
Flexman Kevin M and Toft Thomas H
Source: Public Records

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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
Toft Thomas H $165,900 Ppr Title Agency
Ritz Lori R -- Nations Title Agency Of Mi
Flexman Kevin M $109,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Toft Thomas H $162,850
Previous Owner Johnson Lori R $147,650
Previous Owner Johnson Robert P $152,000
Previous Owner Ritz Lori R $152,000
Previous Owner Ritz Lori R $28,500
Previous Owner Ritz Lori R $54,300
Previous Owner Ritz Lori R $126,700
Previous Owner Ritz Lori R $133,000
Previous Owner Urbane Lori R $132,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/15/2012 10/15/12 Sold $165,900 -4.9% $79 / Sq Ft
08/24/2012 08/24/12 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2012 04/18/12 For Sale $174,500 -- $83 / 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
2024 $1,834 $159,500 $0 $0
2023 $1,754 $133,700 $0 $0
2022 $2,377 $118,000 $0 $0
2021 $2,319 $110,500 $0 $0
2020 $1,638 $104,500 $0 $0
2019 $2,264 $94,600 $0 $0
2018 $2,264 $91,900 $0 $0
2017 $2,253 $85,400 $0 $0
2016 $2,177 $75,900 $0 $0
2015 -- $75,900 $0 $0
2013 -- $73,800 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mark Hoskins

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Mark Hoskins

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Rock)

    (616) 893-9422

    9 in this area

    204 Total Sales

    Mark Hoskins
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    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Kay Maitner

    Kay Lynn Maitner

    (616) 446-4861

    7 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 12020918

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-04-253-008

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49525

3355 Balsam Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 3355 Balsam Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 since 18 April 2012 and is currently estimated at $426,701, approximately $203 per square foot. This property was built in 1984. 3355 Balsam Ave NE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Orchard View Elementary School, Eastern High School, and All Saints Academy - Upper Campus.

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