Gretchen Volkenstein
@properties Christie's International R.E.
(269) 466-8100
246 Total Sales
69 in Saint Joseph
$54K - $1.3M Price Range
517 Howard Ave Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Saint Joseph AreaEstimated Value: $358,000 - $415,509
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,284
Sq Ft
$166/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Contemporary Architecture
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Upton Middle School Rated A
About This Home
As of December 2020Welcome home to Howard! This 4-5 bedroom, 2 full bath home has been updated beautifully and has an abundance of charm. Just a block and half from the pedestrian bridge to Lions Park Beach, nestled in a great St. Joseph neighborhood, this vacation get-away or year round home can now be yours. With nearly 2300 finished square feet, this home has great curb appeal, a large two car garage and a wonderful rear deck with a hot tub in the fenced in backyard. New granite countertops in the kitchen, updated bathrooms and a fully finished basement. Don't miss the living room fireplace or the new stainless steel appliances. Close proximity to St. Joseph High School and community parks as well. Office area could provide a 5th sleeping quarter if needed.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX by the Lake License #6502409512 Listed on: 06/05/2020
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,394
Year Built
- Built in 1915
Lot Details
- 3,920 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 40 x 100
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Basement
- Partial Basement
- 1 Bedroom in Basement
- Crawl Space
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Ownership History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 5, 2020
Closed on
Dec 18, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
The Petzke Team
RE/MAX by the Lake
Buyer's Agent
The Petzke Team
RE/MAX by the Lake
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-10.68%
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
$129,127
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.61%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 20, 2017
Closed on
Nov 20, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Mccausland
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Judy Bibbings
eXp Realty
List Price
$224,900
Sold Price
$216,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,400
-3.73%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Original Mortgage
$221,154
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 26, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$168,000
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$121,500
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 26, 2006
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 9, 1996
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 1, 1993
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 1986
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 7, 1985
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 28, 1983
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 12, 1982
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Saint Joseph, MI
-
Gretchen Volkenstein
-
Tom Fry
Tom Fry
True Michigan Properties
(269) 468-0881
79 Total Sales
2 in Saint Joseph
$225K - $244K Price Range
-
Tammy Anders
Tammy Anders
MI Realty, A Michigan RE Co.
(269) 448-0856
248 Total Sales
1 in Saint Joseph
$829,000 Price
-
Janet Jacobs
Janet Jacobs
Berrien Property
(269) 237-1071
81 Total Sales
4 in Saint Joseph
$20K - $385K Price Range
-
Carla Galbraith
Carla Galbraith
Coldwell Banker Anchor R.E.
(269) 466-1827
57 Total Sales
3 in Saint Joseph
$111K - $180K Price Range
-
Steve Grilley
Steve Grilley
West Edge Real Estate LLC
(616) 300-1855
167 Total Sales
1 in Saint Joseph
$213,500 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | Chicago Title Of Mi Inc | ||
| $216,500 | None Available | ||
| $210,000 | Cti | ||
| $191,500 | None Available | ||
| $108,000 | None Available | ||
| $72,500 | -- | ||
| $68,500 | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $38,000 | -- | ||
| $37,000 | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $221,154 | ||
| Previous Owner | $168,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $121,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2020 12/18/20 | Sold | $250,000 | -10.7% | $109 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/05/2020 11/05/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/05/2020 06/05/20 | For Sale | $279,900 | +29.3% | $123 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/20/2017 11/20/17 | Sold | $216,500 | -3.7% | $95 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/02/2017 10/02/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/20/2017 09/20/17 | For Sale | $224,900 | -- | $98 / Sq Ft |
Source: MichRIC
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $6,869 | $121,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $6,692 | $160,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $6,553 | $155,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $6,271 | $126,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $5,982 | $104,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $5,895 | $100,300 | $20,600 | $79,700 |
| 2020 | $3,419 | $91,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,393 | $80,700 | $19,500 | $61,200 |
| 2018 | $3,330 | $80,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,819 | $78,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,819 | $73,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,522 | $69,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,404 | $65,600 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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The Petzke Team
T
Seller's Agent in 2020
The Petzke Team
RE/MAX Michigan
(269) 985-3354
375 Total Sales
-
Michael Mccausland
M
Seller's Agent in 2017
Michael Mccausland
@ Properties
(269) 429-5675
23 Total Sales
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Judy Bibbings
eXp Realty
-
B
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Bibbings Property Group
Keller Williams Realty Swm
Map
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 20017214
APN: 11-76-1130-0011-00-4
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