NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3860 Balsam Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Northview Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $264,000 - $310,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,298 Sq Ft
$223/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 15, 2019

Last sale price $155,000 $119 Per Sq Ft

Est. 87% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,787/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Garden Windows
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • West Oakview Elementary School Rated A-
  • Patio
  • Back Yard Fenced

About This Home

As of July 2019

Welcome to 3860 Balsam Ave NE! This classic 1950 ranch style home will charm you with its efficient floor plan. The kitchen with snack bar holds plenty of counter space to prepare fabulous home cooked meals. The wood floors of the living room glow when lit from the natural light pouring in through the large picture window. The home also features three bedrooms and one full bath. a large living room with glowing wood floors. The large city lot boasts of mature trees and a fenced in yard. Join us for the open house Saturday, June 29 and Sunday, June 30 from 1:00 PM-3:00 PM and learn how to make this great home yours.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Vince Villegas

Villegas Group Listed on: 06/26/2019

Villegas Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeffery Varnado Jr.

Villegas Group License #6501418580

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,806

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 125x110
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,298 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Garden Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,806

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Architectural Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Partial
  • LivingArea: 1298.0
  • Window Features: Garden Window(s)
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 632.0
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Garden Window: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 150000.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Lot Size Area: 0.32
  • Lot Dimensions: 125x110
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13765.0
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1805.58
  • Tax Year: 2019

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2019
Closed on
Jul 15, 2019
Sold by
Carwile Jason D and Carwile Angela L
Bought by
Haase Greg
Seller's Agent
Vince Villegas
Villegas Group
Buyer's Agent
Jeffery Varnado Jr.
Villegas Group
List Price
$150,000
Sold Price
$155,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
3.33%
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$289,129

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$134,129
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.45%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 2005
Sold by
George James M and George Stacey A
Bought by
Carwile Jason D and Carwile Angela L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,795
Interest Rate
6.36%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2002
Sold by
Goetz Brian F
Bought by
George James M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
5.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 1999
Bought by
Goetz Brian F and Carwile Jason D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 16, 1997
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
Haase Greg $155,000 Ata National Title Group Llc
Carwile Jason D $130,000 --
George James M $120,000 Chicago Title Of Mi Inc
Goetz Brian F $69,100 --
-- $43,600 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Haase Gregory $60,000
Previous Owner Carwile Jason D $123,100
Previous Owner Carwile Jason D $132,795
Previous Owner George James M $120,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2019 07/15/19 Sold $155,000 +3.3% $119 / Sq Ft
07/02/2019 07/02/19 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2019 06/26/19 For Sale $150,000 -- $116 / 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 $1,962 $128,300 $0 $0
2023 $1,877 $110,100 $0 $0
2022 $2,746 $97,700 $0 $0
2021 $2,674 $84,800 $0 $0
2020 $1,729 $79,900 $0 $0
2019 $1,845 $75,200 $0 $0
2018 $1,806 $67,300 $0 $0
2017 $1,758 $61,800 $0 $0
2016 $1,698 $56,500 $0 $0
2015 $1,679 $56,500 $0 $0
2013 -- $51,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Vince Villegas

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Vince Villegas

    Villegas Group

    (616) 920-0291

    2 in this area

    151 Total Sales

    Vince Villegas
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  • Jeffery Varnado Jr.

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Jeffery Varnado Jr.

    Villegas Group

    1 in this area

    42 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 19029524

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-10-33-403-014

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49525 Northview

3860 Balsam Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 3860 Balsam Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 since 26 June 2019 and is currently estimated at $289,129, approximately $222 per square foot. This property was built in 1950. 3860 Balsam Ave NE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including East Oakview Elementary School, West Oakview Elementary School, and North Oakview Elementary School.

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