NOT LISTED FOR SALE

6974 Cascade Rd SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Forest Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $338,000 - $407,255

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,782 Sq Ft
$216/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 24, 2021

Last sale price $308,000 $173 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,344/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Snack Bar or Counter
  • Pine Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Bungalow

About This Home

As of November 2021

TUCKED AWAY ON A PRIVATE SERVICE DRIVE OFF THORNCREST sits this hidden gem. The main level features beautiful refinished wood flooring, updated kitchen, bright living room and dining area, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. Upper level adds a 3rd bedroom plus a bonus space. Lower level opens to a spacious family room w/ wet bar, full bath, laundry and generous storage. 3-season sunroom entry overlooks the half acre, private fenced grounds. Newer roof, windows, water heater(2021), furnace(2020) and updated 200amp service are an added bonus. Ideally located in a small friendly community, walking distance to Thornapple River access, Village of Cascade and easy access to freeways and 28th St amenities.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Rossio

Keller Williams GR East License #6501329153 Listed on: 10/18/2021

Keller Williams GR East

Last Buyer's Agent

Debra Erway

Bellabay Realty (Middleville) License #6502360876

Bellabay Realty (Middleville)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,125

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 0.6 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 160x170
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,782 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Snack Bar or Counter
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Septic System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,125

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1949
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Architectural Style Bungalow: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1782.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Snack Bar: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: 3 Season Room
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 296000.0
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:Public Access 1 Mile or Less: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6
  • Lot Size Area: 0.6
  • Lot Dimensions: 160x170
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 26136.0
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3125.0
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2021
Closed on
Nov 24, 2021
Sold by
Gregory Thompson
Bought by
Adams Ruth Nellie
Seller's Agent
Julie Rossio
Keller Williams GR East
Buyer's Agent
Debra Erway
Bellabay Realty (Middleville)
List Price
$296,000
Sold Price
$308,000
Premium/Discount to List
$12,000
4.05%
Current Estimated Value
$385,064

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$77,064
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.45%
Original Mortgage
$315,084
Outstanding Balance
$291,501
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$93,563

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 13, 2018
Closed on
Aug 15, 2018
Sold by
Dittmer Christopher
Bought by
Thompson Greogyr
Seller's Agent
Joice Smith
Country Hills Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Smallegan
Keller Williams GR East
List Price
$215,900
Sold Price
$217,500
Premium/Discount to List
$1,600
0.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.19%
Original Mortgage
$210,975
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 3, 2012
Closed on
Jun 21, 2013
Sold by
Albright Andrew David and Albright Katrina
Bought by
Dittmer Christopher
Seller's Agent
Donna Tashjian
Greenridge Realty (Cascade)
Buyer's Agent
Reginald Stroven
Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)
List Price
$128,500
Sold Price
$92,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$36,500
-28.4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.18%
Original Mortgage
$87,400
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2005
Sold by
Albright Alison Amy
Bought by
Albright Andrew David

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 2001
Sold by
Albright Andrew D and Albright Alison A
Bought by
Albright Andrew D and Albright Alison A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$24,400
Interest Rate
7.03%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 1999
Sold by
White Thaddeus C
Bought by
Albright Andrew D and Dittmer Christopher
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Adams Ruth Nellie $308,000 Grand Rapids Title
Thompson Greogyr $217,500 None Available
Dittmer Christopher $92,000 Grand Rapids Title
Albright Andrew David -- --
Albright Andrew D -- First American Title Ins Co
Albright Andrew D $94,800 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Adams Ruth Nellie $315,084
Previous Owner Thompson Greogyr $210,975
Previous Owner Dittmer Christopher $15,000
Previous Owner Dittmer Christopher $10,000
Previous Owner Dittmer Christopher $87,400
Previous Owner Albright Andrew David $33,500
Previous Owner Albright Andrew David $134,000
Previous Owner Albright Andrew David $21,000
Previous Owner Albright Andrew D $34,000
Previous Owner Albright Andrew D $25,000
Previous Owner Albright Andrew D $120,000
Previous Owner Albright Andrew D $24,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/24/2021 11/24/21 Sold $308,000 +4.1% $173 / Sq Ft
10/19/2021 10/19/21 Pending -- -- --
10/18/2021 10/18/21 For Sale $296,000 +36.1% $166 / Sq Ft
08/15/2018 08/15/18 Sold $217,500 +0.7% $122 / Sq Ft
06/27/2018 06/27/18 Pending -- -- --
06/13/2018 06/13/18 For Sale $215,900 +134.7% $121 / Sq Ft
06/21/2013 06/21/13 Sold $92,000 -28.4% $43 / Sq Ft
05/17/2013 05/17/13 Pending -- -- --
08/03/2012 08/03/12 For Sale $128,500 -- $60 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $2,316 $155,600 $0 $0
2024 $2,316 $135,400 $0 $0
2023 $3,260 $120,500 $0 $0
2022 $3,155 $100,400 $0 $0
2021 $2,982 $100,400 $0 $0
2020 $2,003 $94,700 $0 $0
2019 $2,963 $91,100 $0 $0
2018 $2,400 $93,600 $0 $0
2017 $2,389 $73,800 $0 $0
2016 $2,225 $68,900 $0 $0
2015 -- $68,900 $0 $0
2013 -- $67,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Julie Rossio

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Julie Rossio

    Keller Williams GR East

    (616) 460-5716

    20 in this area

    196 Total Sales

    Julie Rossio
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Debra Erway

    Bellabay Realty (Middleville)

    (269) 986-1896

    1 in this area

    100 Total Sales

    Debra Erway
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  • Joice Smith

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Joice Smith

    Country Hills Realty

    (616) 293-0980

    2 in this area

    70 Total Sales

    Joice Smith
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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Michael Smallegan

    Keller Williams GR East

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Donna Tashjian

    Greenridge Realty (Cascade)

  • R

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Reginald Stroven

    Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 21111231

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-19-16-253-017

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49546 Forest Hills

6974 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 6974 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 since 18 October 2021 and is currently estimated at $385,064, approximately $216 per square foot. This property was built in 1949. 6974 Cascade Rd SE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Pine Ridge Elementary School, Central Woodlands 5/6 School, and Central Middle School.

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