James Ray
Select RE Prof - James Ray & Associates
(810) 250-4571
116 Total Sales
1 in Pontiac
$100,000 Price
61 Ruth Ave Pontiac, MI 48341
Pontiac AreaEstimated Value: $259,000 - $362,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,000
Sq Ft
$149/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Lake Front
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
- Dock Facilities
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
About This Home
As of October 2016GREAT LOCATION FOR THIS 2 STORY WATERFRONT ON LOWER SYLVAN LAKE. THE VIEW FROM THE DECK OFF THE MASTER OVERLOOKS THE LAKE AND WOODED AREA, BEAUTIFUL VIEWS WITH THAT UP NORTH FEELING, VERY PRIVATE .THE HOME BOASTS A GREAT ROOM, LARGE COUNTRY KITCHEN, NEWER TILED FLOOR W/STAINED GLASS, BIG ROOMS, MAIN BATHROOM HAS DOUBLE SINK. PRIVATE BOAT DOCK, IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY. QUICK ACCESS TO SHOPPING, FREEWAYS, ETC. VERY AFFORDABLE, (GARAGE DOOR HAS BEEN CHANGED TO MAN DOOR, CAN BE CHANGED BACK EASILY TO PARK CAR).
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Signature Sotheby's International Realty Bham License #6501222447 Listed on: 04/17/2016
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
Year Built
- Built in 1931 | Remodeled in 1960
Lot Details
- 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 57.5x138.5
- Lake Front
- Home fronts a canal
- Fenced
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Construction Material
Interior Spaces
- 2,000 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Water Views
- Partially Finished Basement
- Sump Pump
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Dock Facilities
- Balcony
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Exterior Lighting
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1431180010
- $4,920 Seller Concession
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Voorheis Add No 3 Subdivision
Recreation
- Water Sports
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 17, 2016
Closed on
Sep 28, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Wayne Kern
Signature Sotheby's International Realty Bham
Buyer's Agent
Brian Carolan
Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel-Bir
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$164,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,000
-6.29%
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
$133,269
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.23%
Original Mortgage
$157,600
Outstanding Balance
$123,251
Interest Rate
3.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$174,018
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Pontiac, MI
-
James Ray
-
Jeff Papsdorf
Jeff Papsdorf
Michigan Homes Group Inc
(947) 900-8781
140 Total Sales
1 in Pontiac
$90,000 Price
-
Jackie Stratton
Jackie Stratton
Keller Williams First
(810) 428-0721
201 Total Sales
1 in Pontiac
$97,000 Price
-
Cynthia Payton-Hines
Cynthia Payton-Hines
Lynn & Associates
(810) 644-3295
70 Total Sales
4 in Pontiac
$162K - $270K Price Range
-
Michelle Zarghami
Michelle Zarghami
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty
(947) 225-6585
62 Total Sales
2 in Pontiac
$115K - $170K Price Range
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Eric Raymo
Eric Raymo
EXP Realty LLC
(810) 642-4366
171 Total Sales
2 in Pontiac
$90K - $108K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $162,500 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $157,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/02/2016 10/02/16 | Sold | $164,000 | -2.7% | $82 / Sq Ft |
| 08/26/2016 08/26/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/06/2016 08/06/16 | Price Changed | $168,500 | -0.2% | $84 / Sq Ft |
| 07/13/2016 07/13/16 | Price Changed | $168,900 | -0.6% | $84 / Sq Ft |
| 06/23/2016 06/23/16 | Price Changed | $169,900 | -2.9% | $85 / Sq Ft |
| 04/29/2016 04/29/16 | For Sale | $175,000 | +6.7% | $88 / Sq Ft |
| 04/22/2016 04/22/16 | Off Market | $164,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/17/2016 04/17/16 | For Sale | $175,000 | -- | $88 / Sq Ft |
Source: Realcomp
Tax History
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| 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 | $2,883 | $114,180 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1,874 | $109,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,786 | $97,650 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,818 | $86,030 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,765 | $75,340 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,641 | $65,430 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,732 | $55,420 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,636 | $46,190 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,520 | $40,090 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,842 | $37,390 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $34,080 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $32,270 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $42,650 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Wayne Kern
W
Seller's Agent in 2016
Wayne Kern
Signature Sotheby's International Realty Bham
(248) 761-4102
14 Total Sales
-
Brian Carolan
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Brian Carolan
Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel-Bir
(248) 342-9595
91 Total Sales
Map
Source: Realcomp
MLS Number: 216036012
APN: 14-31-180-010
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