685 John R St East Lansing, MI 48823
Estimated Value: $204,772 - $228,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
975
Sq Ft
$216/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Ranch Style House
- Covered patio or porch
- Marble Elementary School Rated A-
- 2 Fireplaces
- 5-minute walk to Hidden River Park
About This Home
As of February 2020Welcome to 685 John R St. East Lansing! Cute three bedroom home with a full basement in the Southeast Marble District. There are wood-burning fireplaces in the living room on the main floor and in the basement. Large back yard. Great location close to amenities. Call today for more information! HUD Home. www.sageacq.com for more information on Lead-Based paint and Radon Gas and Mold Notices, Electronic Bidding, and Earnest Money procedures. All properties sold ''As-Is'' without any guarantee or warranty by seller. FHA #263-537095 Insurability-IE
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- 0.28 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 75x165
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 975 Sq Ft Home
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Laminate Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Natural lighting in basement
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Carport
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered patio or porch
- Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Grandview Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- REO, home is currently bank or lender owned
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 20, 2020
Closed on
Feb 21, 2020
Sold by
Secretary Of Housing & Urban Development
Bought by
Bezuglova Natalia
Seller's Agent
Laura Olson
Keller Williams Realty Lansing
Buyer's Agent
Amy Williams
Keller Williams Realty Lansing
List Price
$112,500
Sold Price
$95,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,500
-15.56%
Total Days on Market
83
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
$115,943
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.89%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 20, 2019
Sold by
Michigan Mutual Inc
Bought by
Secretary Of Housing And Urban Dev
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 16, 2019
Sold by
Sarafin Renee
Bought by
Michigan Mutual Inc
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 11, 2013
Closed on
Jun 17, 2013
Sold by
Elslager James E and Elslager Nicholas J
Bought by
Sarafin Renee
Seller's Agent
Nancy Blossey
Coldwell Banker Professionals-Delta
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Bunn
Century 21 Affiliated
List Price
$124,900
Sold Price
$122,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,400
-1.92%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.61%
Original Mortgage
$120,280
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 20, 2010
Sold by
Donovan Shaun
Bought by
Elslager James E and Elslager Nicholas J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,093
Interest Rate
5.09%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 4, 2009
Sold by
Phh Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
The Secretary Of Housing & Urban Develop
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 6, 2009
Sold by
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems
Bought by
Phh Mortgage Corporation
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 2, 2009
Sold by
Kamkondo Wisdom and Kamkondo Lisungu
Bought by
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 4, 2001
Sold by
Townsend Timothy T and Townsend Karen B
Bought by
Kamkondo Wisdom and Kamkondo Lisungu
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,245
Interest Rate
6.92%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 1999
Sold by
Hillman Bernice E
Bought by
Townsend Timothy T and Townsend Karen B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$73,150
Interest Rate
7.77%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bezuglova Natalia | $95,000 | Transnation Title Agency | |
| Secretary Of Housing And Urban Dev | -- | None Available | |
| Michigan Mutual Inc | $111,286 | None Available | |
| Sarafin Renee | $122,500 | Tri County Title Agency Llc | |
| Elslager James E | $61,300 | Title Direct | |
| The Secretary Of Housing & Urban Develop | -- | None Available | |
| Phh Mortgage Corporation | -- | None Available | |
| Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems | $85,522 | None Available | |
| Kamkondo Wisdom | $113,000 | -- | |
| Townsend Timothy T | $77,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Sarafin Renee | $120,280 | |
| Previous Owner | Elslager James E | $88,093 | |
| Previous Owner | Kamkondo Wisdom | $84,245 | |
| Previous Owner | Kamkondo Wisdom | $84,245 | |
| Previous Owner | Townsend Timothy T | $73,150 | |
| Closed | Kamkondo Wisdom | $30,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/27/2020 02/27/20 | Sold | $95,000 | -6.2% | $97 / Sq Ft |
| 01/29/2020 01/29/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/28/2020 01/28/20 | Price Changed | $101,250 | -10.0% | $104 / Sq Ft |
| 01/20/2020 01/20/20 | For Sale | $112,500 | 0.0% | $115 / Sq Ft |
| 01/16/2020 01/16/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/27/2019 12/27/19 | Price Changed | $112,500 | -10.0% | $115 / Sq Ft |
| 11/07/2019 11/07/19 | For Sale | $125,000 | +2.0% | $128 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2013 06/17/13 | Sold | $122,500 | -1.9% | $62 / Sq Ft |
| 05/08/2013 05/08/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/11/2013 02/11/13 | For Sale | $124,900 | -- | $63 / 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 | $33 | $87,000 | $27,800 | $59,200 |
| 2023 | $3,754 | $75,400 | $23,800 | $51,600 |
| 2022 | $3,597 | $66,600 | $20,600 | $46,000 |
| 2021 | $3,614 | $62,700 | $19,600 | $43,100 |
| 2020 | $2,885 | $59,000 | $19,600 | $39,400 |
| 2019 | $2,773 | $55,500 | $21,200 | $34,300 |
| 2018 | $3,033 | $53,800 | $15,400 | $38,400 |
| 2017 | $2,911 | $53,800 | $15,600 | $38,200 |
| 2016 | -- | $52,600 | $15,000 | $37,600 |
| 2015 | -- | $49,000 | $27,602 | $21,398 |
| 2014 | -- | $46,700 | $27,602 | $19,098 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Laura Olson
Seller's Agent in 2020
Laura Olson
Keller Williams Realty Lansing
(517) 853-6432
3 in this area
106 Total Sales
-
Amy Williams
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Amy Williams
Keller Williams Realty Lansing
(517) 282-1567
14 in this area
147 Total Sales
-
N
Seller's Agent in 2013
Nancy Blossey
Coldwell Banker Professionals-Delta
-
Matthew Bunn
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Matthew Bunn
Century 21 Affiliated
(517) 749-0813
4 in this area
155 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Lansing Association of Realtors®
MLS Number: 242344
APN: 20-02-17-100-004
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