Seller's Agent in 2024
Mike Rundhaug
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (South)
(616) 293-3707
1 in this area
63 Total Sales
679 Garfield Ave NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504
West Grand NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $217,000 - $243,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
907
Sq Ft
$252/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Mud Room
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Bungalow
- Screened Porch
- Laundry Room
- 4-minute walk to Valley Fields Neighborhood Park
About This Home
As of May 2024Welcome to your fully renovated 3 bedroom home in the heart of Grand Rapids! This perfectly positioned gem is just minutes from downtown and the Medical Mile. You'll love the open floor plan and the charming screened-in front porch to enjoy your morning coffee. Home also features a gorgeous kitchen including all-new appliances, tile, and solid countertops. With Valley Fields behind your spacious backyard, you'll enjoy city living without neighbors directly behind you. This beautifully remodeled home promises modern comfort and efficiency. The seller has instructed the listing agent to hold all offers until 12pm on Tuesday 4/30.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (South) License #6506048367 Listed on: 04/26/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,659
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 59x135
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Composition Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 907 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Replacement Windows
- Mud Room
- Screened Porch
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Michigan Basement
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 26, 2024
Closed on
May 28, 2024
Sold by
Speckin Erich Joseph
Bought by
Benavidez Ricardo L
Seller's Agent
Mike Rundhaug
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (South)
Buyer's Agent
Diane Griffin
Keller Williams GR North (Main)
List Price
$214,900
Sold Price
$221,580
Premium/Discount to List
$6,680
3.11%
Views
41
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
$6,727
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.42%
Original Mortgage
$210,501
Outstanding Balance
$208,072
Interest Rate
7.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$20,235
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 2022
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Speckin Erich Joseph
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 1, 2017
Closed on
Sep 21, 2017
Sold by
Mol David
Bought by
Clinkscale Richard
Seller's Agent
Doug Mol
Five Star Real Estate (Main)
Buyer's Agent
Bruce Cornell
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
List Price
$99,900
Sold Price
$89,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,900
-10.91%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.60%
Original Mortgage
$86,330
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 1, 2009
Sold by
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 3, 2009
Sold by
Batdorff John
Bought by
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 13, 2008
Sold by
Batdorff John
Bought by
Zoe Investments Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 2006
Sold by
Eerdmans Dan
Bought by
Batdorf John
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,000
Interest Rate
9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 2005
Sold by
Covenant Investments Llc
Bought by
Eerdmans Daniel
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$51,350
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 3, 2001
Sold by
Jde & Associates Llc
Bought by
Covenant Investments Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 13, 2000
Bought by
Jde & Assc Llc and Mol David
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 14, 2000
Bought by
Biggs Shaun and Mol David
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 10, 1999
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 9, 1996
Bought by
Mol Durham S and Mol David
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 31, 1991
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 31, 1984
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benavidez Ricardo L | $221,580 | Title Resource Agency | |
| Speckin Erich Joseph | $119,701 | Ata National Title Group | |
| Clinkscale Richard | $89,000 | None Available | |
| Federal National Mortgage Association | -- | None Available | |
| Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems | $81,752 | None Available | |
| Zoe Investments Llc | -- | None Available | |
| Batdorf John | $100,000 | The Closing Office Title | |
| Eerdmans Daniel | -- | -- | |
| Covenant Investments Llc | -- | -- | |
| Jde & Assc Llc | $65,000 | -- | |
| Biggs Shaun | $27,000 | -- | |
| -- | -- | -- | |
| Mol Durham S | $44,900 | -- | |
| -- | -- | -- | |
| -- | $26,400 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Benavidez Ricardo L | $210,501 | |
| Previous Owner | Clinkscale Richard | $86,330 | |
| Previous Owner | Batdorff John | $80,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Batdorf John | $75,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Eerdmans Daniel | $51,350 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/28/2024 05/28/24 | Sold | $221,580 | +3.1% | $244 / Sq Ft |
| 04/30/2024 04/30/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/26/2024 04/26/24 | For Sale | $214,900 | +141.5% | $237 / Sq Ft |
| 09/21/2017 09/21/17 | Sold | $89,000 | -10.9% | $98 / Sq Ft |
| 08/16/2017 08/16/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/01/2017 08/01/17 | For Sale | $99,900 | -- | $110 / 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 | $2,341 | $91,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,341 | $82,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $3,520 | $70,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,626 | $59,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,371 | $53,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,311 | $47,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,373 | $43,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,326 | $38,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,460 | $33,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,468 | $30,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,398 | $30,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $26,500 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mike Rundhaug
-
Diane Griffin
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Diane Griffin
Keller Williams GR North (Main)
(616) 916-5960
2 in this area
103 Total Sales
-
Doug Mol
Seller's Agent in 2017
Doug Mol
Five Star Real Estate (Main)
(616) 667-9677
3 in this area
127 Total Sales
-
B
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Bruce Cornell
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 24020255
APN: 41-13-23-330-030
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