5742 Manchester Hills Dr SE Unit 40 Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Forest Hills Neighborhood
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
6,580
Sq Ft
0.54
Acres
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Recreation Room
- Attached Garage
- Thornapple Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Living Room
About This Home
As of February 2025Located in prestigious Manchester Hills and in the Forest Hills School District, this breathtaking, 2-story French Country estate home is a piece of fine jewelry. Built by Lance Chichester, it has 6580 square feet with 5 bedrooms & 4 1/2 bathrooms. The private, resort-like backyard has an in-ground pool and waterfall, hot tub, firepit, tiered stone patios & fireplace all surrounded by stunning landscaping. The gourmet kitchen has site built cabinetry, hand-hewn hickory flooring, ceiling beams, commercial grade appliances and stunning granite. An expansive owner's suite has wood tray ceilings, fireplace, dual walk-in closets, bathroom with heated floors, steam shower with dual heads. The walkout lower level has a large wine cellar, media, game and billiard rooms. French doors from the kitc
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,056
Year Built
- Built in 2006
Lot Details
- 0.54 Acre Lot
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- 6,580 Sq Ft Home
- Central Vacuum
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
- Walk-Out Basement
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Stone
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Spa
Utilities
- Humidifier
- Power Generator
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 31, 2024
Closed on
Feb 21, 2025
Sold by
Ryan M Bassett Trust and Bassett Ryan M
Bought by
Scott Devon Descendents Trust
Seller's Agent
Katherine Southwell
Keller Williams GR East
Buyer's Agent
Janet Romanowski Realtor
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
List Price
$2,300,000
Sold Price
$2,245,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-2.39%
Views
139
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
-$6,168
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.30%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 2021
Sold by
Raya Family Trust
Bought by
Ryan M Bassett Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,277,500
Interest Rate
2.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 10, 2020
Sold by
Raya Samuel R and Raya Lori J
Bought by
Raya Samuel R and Raya Lori J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$740,000
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 25, 2019
Closed on
Mar 28, 2019
Sold by
Trombly Anthony E
Bought by
Raya Samuel R and Raya Lori J
Seller's Agent
John Postma
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
Buyer's Agent
Jon Austin
RE/MAX United (Beltline)
List Price
$1,585,000
Sold Price
$1,580,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.32%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.30%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 24, 2014
Closed on
Sep 5, 2014
Sold by
Abramson Daniel N
Bought by
Trombly Anthony E
Seller's Agent
Hugh Griffith
Keller Williams GR East
Buyer's Agent
Hugh Griffith
Keller Williams GR East
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,237,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$312,500
-20.16%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.50%
Original Mortgage
$782,500
Interest Rate
3.49%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 22, 2013
Closed on
Oct 1, 2013
Sold by
Carrier Sandra D
Bought by
Abramson Daniel M
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Fry
Keller Williams GR East
Buyer's Agent
Hugh Griffith
Keller Williams GR East
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-5.96%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-18.69%
Original Mortgage
$975,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 22, 2006
Sold by
A Lance Chichester Builder Inc
Bought by
Carrier Sandra D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | -- | Sun Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,825,000 | Stewart Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,580,000 | Chicago Title Of Mi Inc | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,237,500 | Grand Rapids Title Co Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Grand Rapids Title Agency Ll | |
| Warranty Deed | $150,000 | Metropolitan Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,277,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,277,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $740,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $750,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $782,500 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $975,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $191,682 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $830,250 | Construction |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/21/2025 02/21/25 | Sold | $2,245,000 | -2.4% | $348 / Sq Ft |
| 01/22/2025 01/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/31/2024 08/31/24 | For Sale | $2,300,000 | +26.0% | $357 / Sq Ft |
| 04/16/2022 04/16/22 | Off Market | $1,825,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/01/2021 10/01/21 | Sold | $1,825,000 | -8.5% | $283 / Sq Ft |
| 08/30/2021 08/30/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/25/2021 07/25/21 | For Sale | $1,995,000 | +26.3% | $309 / Sq Ft |
| 03/28/2019 03/28/19 | Sold | $1,580,000 | -0.3% | $245 / Sq Ft |
| 02/25/2019 02/25/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/25/2019 02/25/19 | For Sale | $1,585,000 | +28.1% | $246 / Sq Ft |
| 09/05/2014 09/05/14 | Sold | $1,237,500 | -20.2% | $188 / Sq Ft |
| 08/25/2014 08/25/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/24/2014 03/24/14 | For Sale | $1,550,000 | +3.3% | $236 / Sq Ft |
| 10/01/2013 10/01/13 | Sold | $1,500,000 | -6.0% | $228 / Sq Ft |
| 09/08/2013 09/08/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/22/2013 07/22/13 | For Sale | $1,595,000 | -- | $242 / 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 | $17,056 | $1,052,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $17,056 | $997,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $24,048 | $776,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $23,615 | $755,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $22,115 | $788,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $14,679 | $680,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $20,486 | $633,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $20,611 | $657,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $20,535 | $629,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $19,819 | $610,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $610,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $544,200 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Katherine Southwell
Keller Williams GR East
(616) 550-4111
45 in this area
158 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Janet Romanowski Realtor
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
(616) 318-0065
26 in this area
147 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2021
Jonathan Austin
Premier Properties of W Mich - I
-
D
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Donielle Austin
Premier Properties of W Mich - I
-
Seller's Agent in 2019
John Postma
RE/MAX Michigan
(616) 975-5623
123 in this area
280 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Jon Austin
RE/MAX Michigan
(616) 292-0118
19 in this area
123 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 14012819
APN: 41-19-05-151-040
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