$412,100
SOLD AUG 29, 2025

542 79th St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49508

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,232 Sq Ft
2 Acres

Recently Sold

$185 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Countryside Elementary School Rated A
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Humidifier

About This Home

As of August 2025

Set on a beautiful and private 2-acre lot, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers the perfect blend of comfort, flexibility, and function.
The main level features three bedrooms and a full bath, along with a bright, open living area that overlooks the peaceful backyard with a creek that runs through it.
The walkout lower level adds valuable living space with a cozy family room, 4th bedroom, second full bath, and direct access to the oversized attached heated 2nd garage — ideal for hobbyists, business owners, or anyone needing room to spread out. Outside, you'll find a large stone patio perfect for entertaining, and plenty of space to roam, garden, or simply enjoy the surrounding nature.
Conveniently located just minutes from US-131 and the popular Tanger Outlets, This property offers quick access to shopping, dining, and an easy commute all while enjoying the privacy of your own quiet retreat.

A rare opportunity to own acreage in this location private, practical.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Boven

Five Star Real Estate (Rock) License #6501375164 Listed on: 07/31/2025

Five Star Real Estate (Rock)

Last Buyer's Agent

Elizabeth Klinzing

Greenridge Realty (EGR) License #6501273517

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,409

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,232 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,409

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 139.5
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 2232.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 2408.71
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: Residential
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: No
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Substructure:Walk Out: Yes
  • Additional Items:Humidifier: Yes
  • Substructure:Daylight: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1232.0
  • Additional Items:Basement Finished: Yes
  • Laundry Features Lower Level: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Humidifier, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Daylight, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 2232.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Fireplace:Wood Burning: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 389000.0
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Material:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Covered: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Parking Features Attached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Lower Level
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 2.0
  • Lot Size Area: 2.0
  • Lot Dimensions: 139.5
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 87120.0
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2408.71
  • Tax Year: 2025

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 31, 2025
Closed on
Aug 29, 2025
Sold by
Dewaal Oliver L and Gebuys Cheryl B
Bought by
Klotz Brandon M and Klotz Nicole
Seller's Agent
Brian Boven
Five Star Real Estate (Rock)
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Klinzing
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
List Price
$389,000
Sold Price
$412,100
Premium/Discount to List
$23,100
5.94%
Views
117

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-36.90%
Original Mortgage
$391,495
Outstanding Balance
$391,495
Interest Rate
6.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$1,551

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 1993
Bought by
Dewaal Oliver L and Dewaal Oliver L
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $412,100 Star Title
Warranty Deed $83,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $391,495 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Sold $412,100 +5.9% $185 / Sq Ft
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Pending -- -- --
07/31/2025 07/31/25 For Sale $389,000 -- $174 / 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 $2,296 $147,900 $0 $0
2024 $2,296 $136,300 $0 $0
2023 -- $122,000 $0 $0
2022 $0 $102,800 $0 $0
2021 $0 $98,800 $0 $0
2020 $0 $90,800 $0 $0
2019 $0 $82,600 $0 $0
2018 $0 $78,400 $22,000 $56,400
2017 $0 $75,900 $0 $0
2016 $0 $67,400 $0 $0
2015 -- $67,400 $0 $0
2013 -- $63,100 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 25038235

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-22-18-260-007