NOT LISTED FOR SALE

39 Benjamin Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Fulton Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $286,000 - $348,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,424 Sq Ft
$227/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 23, 2015

Last sale price $114,000 $80 Per Sq Ft

Est. 184% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,028/month

38 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Corner Lot: Yes
  • Porch
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 3-minute walk to Hillcrest Park

About This Home

As of September 2015

This home is located at 39 Benjamin Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 since 07 July 2015 and is currently estimated at $323,725, approximately $227 per square foot. This property was built in 1916. 39 Benjamin Ave NE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Congress Elementary, Alger Middle School, and Ottawa Hills High School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christopher Graves

Crown Realty of Grand Rapids License #6504144788 Listed on: 07/07/2015

Co-Listed By

Sallie Graves

Crown Realty of Grand Rapids License #6501283675

Last Buyer's Agent

Mark Deering

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (Stndl) License #6502380327

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (Stndl)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,797

Year Built

  • Built in 1916

Lot Details

  • 4,040 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40 x 101
  • Corner Lot: Yes
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is zoned 401, 401

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,424 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Basement
  • Michigan Basement
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,797

Year Built

Built in 1916

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1916
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Michigan Basement
  • LivingArea: 1424.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 856.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 118000.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch(es)
  • 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: 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: Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, Storm Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 40 X 101
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4040.0
  • Zoning Description: 401
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1797.18
  • Tax Year: 2015

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 7, 2015
Closed on
Sep 9, 2015
Sold by
Viening Butler Jr John A and Viening Butler Clarissa
Bought by
Hansen Andrea Dee
Seller's Agent
Christopher Graves
Crown Realty of Grand Rapids
Buyer's Agent
Mark Deering
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (Stndl)
List Price
$124,900
Sold Price
$114,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,900
-8.73%
Total Days on Market
38
Current Estimated Value
$323,725

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$209,725
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.36%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2004
Sold by
Mars Nathan
Bought by
Viening Clarissa M and Butler John A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,300
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 1999
Sold by
Moelker Moelker D D and Moelker J
Bought by
Viening Mars N and Viening Clarissa Butler John J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1985

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 4, 1983
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
Hansen Andrea Dee $114,000 Chicago Title
Viening Clarissa M $110,000 --
Viening Mars N $86,500 --
-- $33,000 --
-- $22,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Butler John A $16,000
Previous Owner Butler John A $14,000
Previous Owner Viening Clarissa M $108,300
Previous Owner Mars Nathan $83,769
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/23/2015 09/23/15 Sold $114,000 -8.7% $80 / Sq Ft
08/14/2015 08/14/15 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2015 07/07/15 For Sale $124,900 -- $88 / 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 $2,535 $140,200 $0 $0
2023 $2,428 $109,300 $0 $0
2022 $2,442 $102,800 $0 $0
2021 $2,387 $99,700 $0 $0
2020 $2,282 $92,100 $0 $0
2019 $2,390 $80,600 $0 $0
2018 $2,308 $67,600 $0 $0
2017 $2,286 $64,400 $0 $0
2016 $2,274 $56,100 $0 $0
2015 $1,727 $56,100 $0 $0
2013 -- $50,800 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Christopher Graves

    Crown Realty of Grand Rapids

    (616) 262-6490

    12 Total Sales

    Christopher Graves
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  • S

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Sallie Graves

    Crown Realty of Grand Rapids

    (616) 262-1091

    4 Total Sales

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  • Mark Deering

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Mark Deering

    RE/MAX Michigan

    (616) 292-6215

    332 Total Sales

    Mark Deering
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 15036009

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-29-255-020

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49503 Fulton Heights

39 Benjamin Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 39 Benjamin Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 since 07 July 2015 and is currently estimated at $323,725, approximately $227 per square foot. This property was built in 1916. 39 Benjamin Ave NE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Congress Elementary, Alger Middle School, and Ottawa Hills High School.

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