537 Lafayette Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Southeast Community Association Neighborhood
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,484
Sq Ft
6,360
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Recreation Room
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 1-minute walk to Mooney Park
About This Home
As of April 2019Brick townhouse located in Heritage Commons. Heritage Commons is a unique zero lot line development, owner maintained, and owner occupied, with greenspace for owners use. Located adjacent to Heritage Hill Historic District. This home has been extensively updated. Improvements include new furnace and water heater, updated electrical, new windows, open concept kitchen with new cabinets, tile, hardsurface countertops flooring and appliances. New oak hardwood floors, carpet, and more. Walking distance to Mercy Health St. Mary's Campus, Lacks Cancer Center, and many shops, and restaurants. Heritage Commons Association Fee of $125 per YEAR. Home must be owner occupied per association guidelines. Open House February 24 from 2 to 4 PM. No showings before open house please.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Greenridge Realty (EGR) License #6501273517 Listed on: 02/22/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,549
Year Built
- Built in 1977
Lot Details
- 6,360 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 33 x 97
- Level Lot
- Garden
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Snack Bar or Counter
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Natural lighting in basement
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 22, 2019
Closed on
Apr 11, 2019
Sold by
Springsteen Grace and Springsteen Peter
Bought by
Smithern David and Boersema Elise
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Klinzing
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
Buyer's Agent
Dana Eveland
Green Square Properties LLC
List Price
$170,000
Sold Price
$183,500
Premium/Discount to List
$13,500
7.94%
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
$100,109
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.14%
Original Mortgage
$169,575
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 20, 2014
Closed on
Jul 3, 2014
Sold by
Estate Of Delcine Bowman
Bought by
Springsteen Peter and Springsteen Barbara
Seller's Agent
Dave Kiel
Blueprint Properties (South)
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Klinzing
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
List Price
$89,000
Sold Price
$77,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,000
-13.48%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.92%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 28, 2000
Sold by
Bowman Shipp M
Bought by
Bowman and Bowman Shipp
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 6, 1990
Sold by
Brooks Brooks D D and Brooks Shipp M
Bought by
Bowman Delcine Estate Shipp Mary
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 5, 1985
Bought by
Bowman Delcine Estate Shipp Mary
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 1980
Bought by
Bowman Delcine Estate Shipp Mary
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $183,500 | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $77,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $41,400 | -- | |
| Deed | $38,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $179,400 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $169,575 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $88,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/11/2019 04/11/19 | Sold | $183,500 | +7.9% | $124 / Sq Ft |
| 02/25/2019 02/25/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/22/2019 02/22/19 | For Sale | $170,000 | +120.8% | $115 / Sq Ft |
| 07/03/2014 07/03/14 | Sold | $77,000 | -13.5% | $52 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2014 06/17/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2014 05/20/14 | For Sale | $89,000 | -- | $60 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwestern Michigan 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 | $2,721 | $114,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,721 | $107,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,760 | $99,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,621 | $90,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,562 | $81,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,450 | $74,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,604 | $55,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,549 | $57,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,508 | $53,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,527 | $43,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,490 | $43,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $40,300 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
E
Seller's Agent in 2019
Elizabeth Klinzing
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
(616) 292-5173
48 Total Sales
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Dana Eveland
Green Square Properties LLC
(616) 617-6529
44 Total Sales
-
D
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Daniel DeLuca
Key Realty
-
D
Seller's Agent in 2014
Dave Kiel
Blueprint Properties (South)
(616) 780-5314
1 in this area
55 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 19006386
APN: 41-14-31-130-067
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