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Seller's Agent in 2017
Jeffrey Newberg
Home Run Real Estate
555 James Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Madison Area NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $247,034 - $348,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,590
Sq Ft
$182/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- HERS Index Rating of 71 | Home's energy 30% more efficient than a standard home
- Mud Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Traditional Architecture
- Porch
- Air Purifier
About This Home
As of August 2017Are you looking for the Hip Scene of Wealthy St with awesome shopping, restaurants and nightlife! This home is 2 blocks off Wealthy St. The home is also a half block from Heritage Hill! Just over 4 years ago this home was completely renovated. By renovated I mean stripped to the studs! New electrical, plumbing, siding, windows, you name it, it was done! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, new kitchen, living room, dining area, pantry, mud room, separate laundry area on the main floor and spectacular back yard for entertaining. The home has newer mechanicals and holds a 5 star energy certificate, you can't beat that. All interior doors are solid core. Nicely laid out home throughout! This is like owning a new home with city amenities! Off street parking available.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jeffrey Newberg
Home Run Real Estate Listed on: 06/03/2017
Last Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Moore
Keller Williams GR North (Main) License #6501387019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $929
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 25x88
- Shrub
- Back Yard Fenced
- Property is zoned R1, R1
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,590 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Replacement Windows
- Insulated Windows
- Mud Room
- Laminate Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Snack Bar or Counter
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Eco-Friendly Details
- HERS Index Rating of 71 | Home's energy 30% more efficient than a standard home
- Air Purifier
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
- Storage Shed
- Porch
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
Jun 3, 2017
Closed on
Aug 2, 2017
Sold by
Zufelt Wesley R
Bought by
Ballek Taylor
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Newberg
Home Run Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Moore
Keller Williams GR North (Main)
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-11.06%
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
$130,009
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.91%
Original Mortgage
$144,000
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 30, 2012
Closed on
Dec 4, 2012
Sold by
Mohawk Construction Group Llc
Bought by
Zufelt Wesley R
Seller's Agent
Latasha Black
LCB & Associates Realty
Buyer's Agent
Chad Sytsma
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
List Price
$57,000
Sold Price
$57,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
24.79%
Original Mortgage
$47,700
Interest Rate
3.36%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 8, 2011
Sold by
Newton Robert and Newton Lena L
Bought by
Kent County Treasurer
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 17, 2011
Sold by
City Of Grand Rapids
Bought by
Mohawk Construction Group Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$134,015
Interest Rate
4.55%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 13, 2011
Sold by
Parrish Kenneth D
Bought by
City Of Grand Rapids
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$134,015
Interest Rate
4.55%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 9, 2005
Sold by
James Wiston and Harper Daisophia
Bought by
Newton Robert
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$95,000
Interest Rate
7.75%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 30, 2003
Sold by
City Of Grand Rapids
Bought by
Stewart Dorothy M and Stewart Sheila
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$57,000
Interest Rate
8.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 27, 2003
Sold by
Stewart Sheila
Bought by
James Winston and Harper Daisophia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$57,000
Interest Rate
8.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 10, 1996
Bought by
Zufelt Magoun E and Zufelt Wesley R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 3, 1996
Bought by
City Of Gr and Zufelt Wesley R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 3, 1989
Sold by
City Stamps G and City Gr
Bought by
Zufelt Wesley R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 2, 1989
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballek Taylor | $160,000 | None Available | |
| Zufelt Wesley R | $57,000 | None Available | |
| Kent County Treasurer | -- | None Available | |
| Mohawk Construction Group Llc | $6,722 | None Available | |
| City Of Grand Rapids | $6,722 | None Available | |
| Newton Robert | $95,000 | Triunion Title | |
| Stewart Dorothy M | $10,019 | -- | |
| James Winston | $60,000 | -- | |
| Zufelt Magoun E | -- | -- | |
| City Of Gr | -- | -- | |
| Zufelt Wesley R | -- | -- | |
| -- | $10,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Ballek Taylor | $144,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Zufelt Wesley R | $47,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Newton Robert | $95,000 | |
| Previous Owner | James Winston | $57,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2017 08/02/17 | Sold | $160,000 | -11.1% | $101 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2017 06/20/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/03/2017 06/03/17 | For Sale | $179,900 | +215.6% | $113 / Sq Ft |
| 12/04/2012 12/04/12 | Sold | $57,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/20/2012 09/20/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/30/2012 06/30/12 | For Sale | $57,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $1,268 | $98,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1,268 | $90,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,287 | $85,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,222 | $73,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,195 | $59,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,142 | $48,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,155 | $40,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,155 | $33,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $917 | $27,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $929 | $27,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $864 | $27,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $25,400 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2017
Kimberly Moore
Keller Williams GR North (Main)
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Latasha Black
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Seller's Agent in 2012
Latasha Black
LCB & Associates Realty
(616) 485-2795
2 in this area
30 Total Sales
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Chad Sytsma
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Chad Sytsma
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
(616) 813-2436
3 in this area
118 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 17026406
APN: 41-14-31-230-027
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