NOT LISTED FOR SALE

344 Carpenter Dr Battle Creek, MI 49017

Estimated Value: $312,000 - $488,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,628 Sq Ft
$149/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 06, 2012

Last sale price $185,000 $70 Per Sq Ft

Est. 121% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,687/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Recreation Room
  • Fireplace
  • Docks
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attached Garage

About This Home

As of September 2012

Live the good country life within minutes of churches, shopping and entertainment at 344 Carpenter Drive. And, oh yes, you are just steps away from your 84-feet frontage on St. Marys Lake with boat dock and storage shed. Enjoy spectacular lake views from two huge windows in the -byliving room with a gas-log fireplace and mirrored alcove. Sit among the trees in the 4-seasons' room with 13 windows and two skylights overlooking the lake and a gas log fireplace. Make room for guests or use as a fourth bedroom the spacious deck room with connecting French doors to the 4-season room. The two rooms can be shut off from the connecting living room by a door for added privacy. Visit the walk-out lower level --by---great room with lakeside floor-to-ceiling windows, built-in

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bruce Phillips

Bruce Phillips, REALTORS LLC License #6502107665 Listed on: 07/13/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Gregory McPherson

Landmark Real Estate Solutions License #6502393190

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,341

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Private Waterfront

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 2,628 Sq Ft Home
  • Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Docks
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Water Sports

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,341

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1963
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Ceramic Floor, Garage Door Opener, Water Softener/Owned, Wood Floor
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Walk Out
  • LivingArea: 2628.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • List Price: 199800.0
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Water Body Name: St Marys Lake
  • Waterfront Features: All Sports, Dock, Private Frontage
  • Waterfront: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Broadband
  • Water Source: Well

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.27
  • Lot Size Area: 0.27
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11760.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 13, 2012
Closed on
Sep 6, 2012
Sold by
Burken Judith L and Barber Naomi Louise
Bought by
Zima Joseph J
Seller's Agent
Bruce Phillips
Bruce Phillips, REALTORS LLC
Buyer's Agent
Gregory McPherson
Landmark Real Estate Solutions
List Price
$199,800
Sold Price
$185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,800
-7.41%
Current Estimated Value
$409,551

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$224,551
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.96%
Original Mortgage
$181,649
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Zima Joseph J $185,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Zima Joseph J $130,000
Closed Zima Joseph J $44,000
Closed Zima Joseph J $181,649
Previous Owner Burken Judith L $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/06/2012 09/06/12 Sold $185,000 -7.4% $70 / Sq Ft
07/16/2012 07/16/12 Pending -- -- --
07/13/2012 07/13/12 For Sale $199,800 -- $76 / 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 $5,341 $180,100 $0 $0
2024 $2,880 $214,700 $0 $0
2023 $4,729 $172,100 $0 $0
2022 $2,612 $149,500 $0 $0
2021 $4,465 $145,500 $0 $0
2020 $4,579 $145,400 $0 $0
2019 $4,741 $134,100 $0 $0
2018 $4,030 $110,700 $29,900 $80,800
2017 $4,030 $101,600 $0 $0
2016 $4,030 $103,800 $0 $0
2015 -- $103,800 $0 $0
2014 -- $103,800 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Bruce Phillips

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Bruce Phillips

    Bruce Phillips, REALTORS LLC

    (877) 386-7336

    2 in this area

    38 Total Sales

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  • Gregory McPherson

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Gregory McPherson

    Landmark Real Estate Solutions

    (269) 274-0970

    4 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 12038754

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 04-210-011-00

Michigan Calhoun County Battle Creek 49017

344 Carpenter Dr, Battle Creek, MI

This home is located at 344 Carpenter Dr, Battle Creek, MI 49017 since 13 July 2012 and is currently estimated at $391,434, approximately $148 per square foot. This property was built in 1963. 344 Carpenter Dr is a home located in Calhoun County with nearby schools including Dudley School, Northwestern Middle School, and Battle Creek Central High School.

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