Seller's Agent in 2017
John Hagerty, Jr.
Five Star Real Estate - Lansing
(517) 803-5868
267 Total Sales
3809 Gale Rd Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
Estimated Value: $337,000 - $403,178
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,575
Sq Ft
$145/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 22.95 Acre Lot
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Sun or Florida Room
- Deck
- Ranch Style House
- Covered Patio or Porch
About This Home
As of May 2017OH MY...YOU WILL NOT FIND ANOTHER LIKE THIS. THIS REMARKABLE, 4 BED, 3 FULL BATH, UPDATED, RANCH HOME WITH OVER 2500 SQ FT OF FINISHED LIVING SPACE AND FINISHED BASEMENT IS NESTLED ON 23 OF THE MOST PRISTINE ACRES OF WOODED & TILLABLE LAND IN EATON RAPIDS THAT YOU WILL EVER FIND. THIS HOME IS POSITIONED PERFECTLY TO CAPTURE EVERY MORNING SUNRISE OFF THE BRAND NEW FRONT PORCH AND EVERY BREATHTAKING SUNSET IN THE MASSIVE SUNROOM OFF THE BACK OF THE HOME. YOU HAVE NEVER SEEN WILDLIFE LIKE THIS...UP THIS CLOSE. IT'S MAGICAL.
THIS HOME FEATURES AN OPEN FLOOR PLAN FOR FAMILY AND/OR ENTERTAINING, VAULTED CEILINGS, 4 EXTRA LARGE BEDROOMS AND 3 FULL BATHROOMS. FIRST FLOOR MASTER BEDROOM AWAY FROM THE OTHER BEDROOMS CREATING A SENSE OF PRIVACY FOR MOM & DAD. FIRST FLOOR LAUNDRY. VERY LARGE FINISHED WALKOUT BASEMENT THAT CREATES ADDITIONAL SPACE FOR FAMILY EVENTS AND ENTERTAINING. IN ADDITION, THIS HOME FEATURES AN UDATED 3 CAR DETACHED GARAGE WITH THE ULTIMATE MAN-CAVE BEHIND IT COMPLETE WITH A BUILT IN BAR AREA TO CELEBRATE THE 12 POINT BUCK YOU HAVE HANGING IN THE DEER PROCESSING STATION. YOU CAN BACK YOUR TRUCK OR QUAD RIGHT IN AND USE THE AUTOMATED HOIST TO RAISE YOUR TROPHY. BTW – WE EVEN HAVE INDOOR/OUTDOOR KENNELS FOR YOUR BIRD DOGS TO HAVE A PLACE TO CALL HOME.
A HEALTHY BALANCE OF WOODED AND TILLABLE LAND MAKE THIS THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR SPORTSMAN / SPORTSWOMAN'S PARADISE. MULTIPLE TROPHY BUCKS HAVE BEEN HAULED OFF THIS PROPERTY IN JUST THE LAST FEW YEARS. THE SELLER HAS WORKED CLOSELY WITH WORLD RENOWNED EXPERTS FROM THE "ULTIMATE LAND MANAGEMENT GROUP" OWNED BY THE ONE & ONLY TONY LAPRATT TO COME IN TO HELP CREATE A TROPHY BUCK LANDSCAPE DESIGNED TO DIRECT DEER AND WILDLIFE TRAFFIC TO THIS UNIQUE PARADISE. WARNING...IF YOU STOP BY FOR A VISIT YOU WONT WANT TO LEAVE...EVER!
COME SEE WHAT PARADISE IS TRULY LIKE...
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Five Star Real Estate - Lansing License #6501359884 Listed on: 03/30/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,424
Year Built
- Built in 1990
Lot Details
- 22.95 Acre Lot
- East Facing Home
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Stone Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Tile Countertops
- Laminate Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Electric Dryer Hookup
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Bedroom in Basement
- Basement Window Egress
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Shed
Utilities
- Humidifier
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Well
- Water Heater
- Water Softener is Owned
- Septic Tank
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 30, 2017
Closed on
May 15, 2017
Sold by
Franco Rene and Franco Cynthia
Bought by
Benkovsky Matthew and Benkovsky Melinda
Seller's Agent
John Hagerty, Jr.
Five Star Real Estate - Lansing
Buyer's Agent
Meghann Barnett
Arrowhead Realty
List Price
$344,900
Sold Price
$351,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,100
1.77%
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
$21,795
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.02%
Original Mortgage
$333,450
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2003
Sold by
Bucher James D and Bucher Patricia
Bought by
Franco Rene and Franco Cynthia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$12,000
Interest Rate
5.47%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 17, 2001
Sold by
Jones Earl F S and Jones Carol K
Bought by
Franco Rene A and Franco Cynthia M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,600
Interest Rate
7.03%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benkovsky Matthew | $351,000 | None Available | |
| Franco Rene | -- | Midstate Title Co | |
| Franco Rene A | $187,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Benkovsky Matthew | $333,450 | |
| Previous Owner | Franco Rene A | $149,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2017 05/15/17 | Sold | $351,000 | +1.8% | $136 / Sq Ft |
| 04/05/2017 04/05/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/30/2017 03/30/17 | For Sale | $344,900 | -- | $134 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Lansing 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 | $5,125 | $182,000 | $65,900 | $116,100 |
| 2024 | $4,617 | $180,600 | $65,900 | $114,700 |
| 2023 | $4,255 | $159,400 | $59,100 | $100,300 |
| 2022 | $4,255 | $137,500 | $51,900 | $85,600 |
| 2021 | $4,175 | $139,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $4,119 | $134,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $4,011 | $123,800 | $51,900 | $71,900 |
| 2018 | $3,941 | $115,300 | $51,900 | $63,400 |
| 2017 | $2,543 | $115,300 | $51,900 | $63,400 |
| 2016 | -- | $83,600 | $26,400 | $57,200 |
| 2015 | -- | $79,100 | $45,900 | $33,200 |
| 2014 | -- | $93,100 | $68,850 | $24,250 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
John Hagerty, Jr.
-
Meghann Barnett
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Meghann Barnett
Arrowhead Realty
(517) 819-0779
78 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Lansing Association of Realtors®
MLS Number: 214408
APN: 13-13-17-301-012
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