NOT LISTED FOR SALE

40 Benjamin Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Eastown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $320,000 - $375,655

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,069 Sq Ft
$164/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 14, 2023

Last sale price $270,000 $130 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,332/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Porch
  • Living Room
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of June 2023

Welcome to 40 Benjamin SE located in a quiet residential area of Eastown minutes away from the shops, eateries, and excitement of Eastown. Just a short walk to Wilcox Park. This classic style home greets you with a 3-season porch upon entering. Hardwood floors with a large living room and formal dining room. Half-bath off the kitchen. Spacious basement with new high energy efficient furnace(2021) with transferable 10-year warranty. New water heater(2021). Second floor has 3 large bedrooms and full bathroom .The third floor ''Loft'' is completely finished with space for 2 more bedrooms. This is an ideal home for large family or great rental property being minutes away from Aquinas College and other area colleges Come see this freshly painted well maintained home! Set up your showing today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Doug Takens

Independence Realty (Main) License #6501343127 Listed on: 05/26/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Rebecca Dickenson

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH) License #6501371114

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,510

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 5,314 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 41x120

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,069 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Porch
  • Mineral Rights Excluded

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,510

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1920
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 41x120
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 2069.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 3509.7
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: RES
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Wall Unit(s): Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Water Heater:Natural Gas4: Yes
  • Mineral Rights:No: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 2069.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 2069.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • List Price: 275000.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Porch(es)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): 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

  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Area: 0.12
  • Lot Dimensions: 41x120
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5314.0
  • Zoning Description: RES
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3509.7
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 26, 2023
Closed on
Jun 14, 2023
Sold by
Plasman Douglas E and Plasman Rachel G
Bought by
Garwood Lawrence
Seller's Agent
Doug Takens
Independence Realty (Main)
Buyer's Agent
Rebecca Dickenson
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.82%
Views
38
Current Estimated Value
$318,140

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$48,140
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2017
Sold by
Plasman Douglas E and Plasman Rachel G
Bought by
Plasman Douglas E and Plasman Rachel G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2003
Sold by
Hogan Martin J
Bought by
Plasman Douglas E and Plasman Rachel G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 1997
Sold by
Bdzynsk Bdzynsk T T and Bdzynsk C
Bought by
Plasman Hogan M and Plasman Douglas E Rachel G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 1985
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
Garwood Lawrence $270,000 Clearstream Title
Plasman Douglas E -- None Available
Plasman Douglas E $114,000 --
Plasman Hogan M $78,000 --
-- $31,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Garwood Lawrence $192,500
Previous Owner Plasman Douglas E $62,290
Previous Owner Plasman Douglas E $75,000
Previous Owner Plasman Douglas E $65,000
Previous Owner Hogan Martin J $109,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/14/2023 06/14/23 Sold $270,000 -1.8% $130 / Sq Ft
05/28/2023 05/28/23 Pending -- -- --
05/26/2023 05/26/23 For Sale $275,000 -- $133 / 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 $7,080 $163,200 $0 $0
2024 $7,080 $141,300 $0 $0
2023 $3,778 $128,400 $0 $0
2022 $3,591 $110,900 $0 $0
2021 $3,499 $100,800 $0 $0
2020 $3,381 $87,900 $0 $0
2019 $3,323 $84,000 $0 $0
2018 $3,390 $79,800 $0 $0
2017 $3,323 $71,500 $0 $0
2016 $3,323 $64,400 $0 $0
2015 $3,167 $64,400 $0 $0
2013 -- $60,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Doug Takens

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Doug Takens

    Independence Realty (Main)

    (616) 262-4574

    4 in this area

    770 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Rebecca Dickenson

    RE/MAX Michigan

    (616) 801-3790

    11 in this area

    90 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 23017586

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-29-403-008

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49506 Eastown

40 Benjamin Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 40 Benjamin Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 since 26 May 2023 and is currently estimated at $340,164, approximately $164 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 40 Benjamin Ave SE 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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