6215 Porter Ave East Lansing, MI 48823
Estimated Value: $162,000 - $179,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,052
Sq Ft
$164/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Covered patio or porch
- Whitehills Elementary School Rated A
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- 2-minute walk to Towar Park
About This Home
As of February 2018This unique and charming 2 bed/2 bath has everything you could wish for in a first time home, college pad or investment property Location, Location, Location, it’s close to everything, yet feels like you’ve got room to breathe on your 19,000 sqft lot and 2 car garage. A great upstairs bedroom loft, brand new carpet throughout, fresh paint, lots of light streaming through newer windows and a kitchen with new appliances make this the perfect East Lansing address with lower Meridian Twp taxes and easier rental rules.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices License #6501391217 Listed on: 09/27/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,745
Year Built
- Built in 1935 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.44 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100x190
- East Facing Home
- Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1.5-Story Property
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Laminate Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Basement Window Egress
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered patio or porch
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Hot Water Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Towar Garden Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 4, 2020
Sold by
Jackson Melissa M
Bought by
Jackson Melissa M and Melissa M Jackson Revocable Living Trust
Total Days on Market
118
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 27, 2017
Closed on
Feb 13, 2018
Sold by
William E Van Atten
Bought by
Jackson Melissa
Seller's Agent
Shane Broyles
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Buyer's Agent
Holli Gomes
Keller Williams Realty Lansing
List Price
$120,000
Sold Price
$114,250
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,750
-4.79%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.48%
Original Mortgage
$108,538
Outstanding Balance
$93,685
Interest Rate
4.32%
Estimated Equity
$87,270
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 22, 2003
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Vanatten William E and Vanatten Leslie C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,200
Interest Rate
6.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 31, 2002
Sold by
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 24, 2002
Sold by
Grinnell Chad Michael and Florian Deana
Bought by
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems and Washtenaw Mtg Company
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 9, 2001
Sold by
Grinnell Chad Michael
Bought by
Grinnell Chad Michael and Florian Deana
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,000
Interest Rate
7.28%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 7, 1998
Sold by
Mccoy Terri L
Bought by
Grinnell Chad Michael
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 28, 1995
Sold by
Whaley Michael James
Bought by
Mccoy Terri L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 1987
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Melissa M | -- | None Available | |
| Jackson Melissa | $114,250 | -- | |
| Vanatten William E | $78,000 | Multiple | |
| Federal National Mortgage Association | -- | -- | |
| Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems | $80,534 | -- | |
| Grinnell Chad Michael | -- | -- | |
| Grinnell Chad Michael | $60,800 | -- | |
| Mccoy Terri L | $37,500 | -- | |
| -- | $35,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Jackson Melissa | $108,538 | |
| Closed | Jackson Melissa | -- | |
| Closed | Jackson Melissa M | $108,538 | |
| Previous Owner | Vanatten William E | $70,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Grinnell Chad Michael | $76,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Grinnell Chad Michael | $75,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/08/2018 02/08/18 | Sold | $114,250 | +1.6% | $109 / Sq Ft |
| 01/23/2018 01/23/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/03/2017 11/03/17 | Price Changed | $112,500 | -6.3% | $107 / Sq Ft |
| 09/27/2017 09/27/17 | For Sale | $120,000 | -- | $114 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Lansing 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13 | $56,900 | $17,400 | $39,500 |
| 2023 | $2,423 | $49,200 | $15,200 | $34,000 |
| 2022 | $2,281 | $45,400 | $15,200 | $30,200 |
| 2021 | $2,363 | $45,700 | $18,200 | $27,500 |
| 2020 | $2,341 | $43,300 | $18,200 | $25,100 |
| 2019 | $2,252 | $41,200 | $17,500 | $23,700 |
| 2018 | $1,865 | $41,500 | $16,700 | $24,800 |
| 2017 | $2,863 | $41,300 | $16,700 | $24,600 |
| 2016 | $1,610 | $39,900 | $16,200 | $23,700 |
| 2015 | $1,610 | $39,300 | $31,400 | $7,900 |
| 2014 | $1,610 | $36,300 | $29,881 | $6,419 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Shane Broyles
S
Seller's Agent in 2018
Shane Broyles
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
(517) 204-5250
2 in this area
33 Total Sales
-
Holli Gomes
H
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Holli Gomes
Keller Williams Realty Lansing
3 in this area
25 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Lansing Association of Realtors®
MLS Number: 220414
APN: 02-02-06-328-064
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