Seller's Agent in 2019
Laura Durham
Mill Pond Realty
(616) 836-0113
19 in this area
187 Total Sales
665 Spear St Saugatuck, MI 49453
Estimated Value: $488,000 - $779,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,378
Sq Ft
$484/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wooded Lot
- Traditional Architecture
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Douglas Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Accessible Bedroom
About This Home
As of December 2019Why purchase a vacant lot when you can own a dwelling. History abounds with this property, known for being the former cottage of Burr Tillstrom the creator of ''Kukla, Fran and Ollie.'' This home was originally a barn, and through the years it has been lovingly transformed into a year-round barn-style home. The main level boasts a spacious living room with soaring ceilings, formal dining, cozy kitchen, an enclosed porch previously used as a second bedroom, and a full bathroom with laundry. An open stairway leads to the sizable private upper level master suite area complete with double closets, full bathroom, and separate outside deck area. Enchanting setting nestled on a dead-end street within walking distance to downtown Saugatuck, marinas, and the waterfront boardwalk.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Mill Pond Realty License #6502136214 Listed on: 10/21/2019
Last Buyer's Agent
Brian Scieszka
Engel & Volkers Shoreline License #6501388865
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,409
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 10,872 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 76 x 132 x 99 x 155
- Shrub
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,378 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Insulated Windows
- Window Treatments
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Accessible Home Design
- Accessible Bedroom
- Doors are 36 inches wide or more
- Accessible Entrance
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Water Softener Leased
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 2023
Sold by
Flowers Mary Lynne
Bought by
Betts Nicholas
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 29, 2021
Sold by
Flowers Mary Lynne and Betts Nicholas
Bought by
Flowers Mary Lynne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 21, 2019
Closed on
Dec 5, 2019
Sold by
Rifkin Randolph A
Bought by
Flowers Mary Lynne and Betts Nicholas
Seller's Agent
Laura Durham
Mill Pond Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brian Scieszka
Engel & Volkers Shoreline
List Price
$289,000
Sold Price
$279,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.46%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.95%
Original Mortgage
$251,100
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 24, 2014
Sold by
Rifkin Jeanne Marie
Bought by
Rifkin Randolph A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 6, 2007
Sold by
Upon The Hill Enterprises Llc
Bought by
Rifkin Randolph A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
6.23%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 7, 2003
Sold by
Balas David L and Sellman James W
Bought by
Upon The Hill Enterprises Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$99,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 8, 2002
Sold by
Balas David L and Sellman James W
Bought by
Upon The Hill Enterprises Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$99,000
Interest Rate
6.93%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 10, 2000
Sold by
Tillstrom Richard W
Bought by
Upon The Hill Enterprises Llc
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betts Nicholas | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Flowers Mary Lynne | -- | None Available | |
| Flowers Mary Lynne | -- | Ata National Title Group Llc | |
| Rifkin Randolph A | -- | None Available | |
| Rifkin Randolph A | $232,500 | Trans | |
| Upon The Hill Enterprises Llc | -- | Huntington Title Svcs Inc | |
| Balas David L | -- | Huntington Title Svcs Inc | |
| Upon The Hill Enterprises Llc | -- | Metropolitan Title Co | |
| Balas David L | -- | Metropolitan Title Company | |
| Upon The Hill Enterprises Llc | $140,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Flowers Mary Lynne | $380,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Flowers Mary Lynne | $251,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Rifkin Randolph A | $160,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Balas David L | $99,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Balas David L | $99,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2019 12/05/19 | Sold | $279,000 | -3.5% | $202 / Sq Ft |
| 10/29/2019 10/29/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/21/2019 10/21/19 | For Sale | $289,000 | -- | $210 / Sq Ft |
Source: MichRIC
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 | $5,073 | $323,600 | $112,700 | $210,900 |
| 2024 | -- | $216,600 | $96,900 | $119,700 |
| 2023 | -- | $160,700 | $68,000 | $92,700 |
| 2022 | $0 | $147,700 | $65,900 | $81,800 |
| 2020 | $4,372 | $108,400 | $50,000 | $58,400 |
| 2019 | $0 | $86,800 | $43,500 | $43,300 |
| 2018 | $0 | $97,100 | $65,200 | $31,900 |
| 2017 | $0 | $95,800 | $65,200 | $30,600 |
| 2016 | $0 | $93,200 | $61,800 | $31,400 |
| 2015 | -- | $93,200 | $61,800 | $31,400 |
| 2014 | -- | $75,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $63,100 | $44,500 | $18,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Laura Durham
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Buyer's Agent in 2019
Brian Scieszka
Engel & Volkers Shoreline
Map
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 19051357
APN: 57-205-019-00
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