NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5495 Discovery Dr SE Grand Rapids, MI 49508

Princeton Estates Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $444,000 - $512,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,214 Sq Ft
$150/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 24, 2015

Last sale price $240,000 $75 Per Sq Ft

Est. 101% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,070/month

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • East Kentwood High School Rated A-
  • Recreation Room
  • Bay Window

About This Home

As of April 2015

Rare package here -- an out of the ordinary home originally constructed by a builder for his own family. More living space than you would expect with custom details top to bottom. Current second owners have spared no expense in its upkeep and maintenance. Replacement Pella windows with shade inserts in most of the house. Custom cabinetry in master bedroom walk-in closet. Fresh carpeting in LR. Dual-fuel gas cook-top & double electric oven, new countertops and tile backsplash in kitchen. Updated bathrooms and new 6-panel doors. Awning with remote control for enjoying deck area. Raised garden beds in a spacious backyard. Monitored alarm system for peace of mind, and extra-wide garage. Within walking distance to Pinewood Park. See it soon, but take your time to soak in all the details.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Novosad

Keller Williams GR East Listed on: 03/02/2015

Co-Listed By

Lisa Novosad

Keller Williams GR East

Last Buyer's Agent

Sherry Prins

Real Broker LLC License #6501280193

Real Broker LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,721

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 86 x 152
  • Shrub
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,214 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Desk
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Attic Fan
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Mineral Rights Excluded

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,721

Year Built

Built in 1989

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: 1989
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 86 x 152
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 3214.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 3721.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: Residential
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Windows:Replacement: Yes
  • Landscape:ShrubsHedges: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 2.0
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Windows:Insulated Windows: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Telephone Line: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Additional Items:Window Treatments: Yes
  • Substructure:Walk Out: Yes
  • Water Heater:Natural Gas4: Yes
  • Landscape:Underground Sprinkler: Yes
  • Mineral Rights:No: Yes
  • Windows:BayBow: Yes
  • Landscape:Garden Area: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 2014.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Flooring:Ceramic Floor: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Attic Fan: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Center Island, Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 3214.0
  • Window Features: Replacement, Insulated Windows, Bay/Bow, Window Treatments
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Center Island: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Fireplace:Gas Log: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Fireplace:Family: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Desk Built-In: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 245000.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Material:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features Attached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Attic Fan, Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3
  • Lot Size Area: 0.3
  • Lot Dimensions: 86 x 152
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13068.0
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3721.0
  • Tax Year: 2015

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 2, 2015
Closed on
Apr 24, 2015
Sold by
Helmer John L and Helmer Elizabeth R
Bought by
Palmer William A and Palmer Anna
Seller's Agent
Robert Novosad
Keller Williams GR East
Buyer's Agent
Sherry Prins
Real Broker LLC
List Price
$245,000
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.04%
Current Estimated Value
$481,812

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$241,812
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.88%
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Outstanding Balance
$125,064
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$350,977
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
Palmer William A $240,000 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Palmer William A $160,000
Previous Owner Helmer John L $87,000
Previous Owner Helmer John L $25,000
Previous Owner Helmer John L $125,000
Previous Owner Helmer John L $25,100
Previous Owner Helmer John L $146,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/24/2015 04/24/15 Sold $240,000 -2.0% $75 / Sq Ft
03/31/2015 03/31/15 Pending -- -- --
03/02/2015 03/02/15 For Sale $245,000 -- $76 / 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 $4,913 $224,000 $0 $0
2024 $4,913 $219,200 $0 $0
2023 $5,232 $184,000 $0 $0
2022 $4,897 $185,300 $0 $0
2021 $4,798 $175,500 $0 $0
2020 $3,981 $176,300 $0 $0
2019 $4,589 $162,800 $0 $0
2018 $4,589 $123,500 $0 $0
2017 $4,485 $117,700 $0 $0
2016 $4,380 $107,500 $0 $0
2015 $3,677 $107,500 $0 $0
2013 -- $98,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • R

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Robert Novosad

    Keller Williams GR East

  • L

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Lisa Novosad

    Keller Williams GR East

  • Sherry Prins

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Sherry Prins

    Real Broker LLC

    (616) 690-2521

    48 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 15008229

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-18-33-296-020

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49508 Princeton Estates

5495 Discovery Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 5495 Discovery Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508 since 02 March 2015 and is currently estimated at $481,812, approximately $149 per square foot. This property was built in 1989. 5495 Discovery Dr SE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Discovery Elementary School, Pinewood Middle School, and East Kentwood Freshman Campus.

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