725 Merrill St Lansing, MI 48912
Foster Neighborhood
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,363
Sq Ft
5,227
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Covered patio or porch
- Shed
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Living Room
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of May 2024Welcome home to 725 Merrill Avenue! You are going to love it! Look no further this home is nestled in one of Lansing's most sought after neighborhoods! Offering the outstanding functionality that you need - this light and bright home has 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. You will enjoy cooking in the kitchen that has ample counter and cabinet space. The beautiful easy to care for landscaped yard is fenced in the back and is a great place to relax. The picturesque tree lined streets are a great place to walk and get exercise. MOVE IN CONDITION - come see for yourself! Lot Size 47' x 110' - Easy access to shopping, expressways, and entertainment. --- 1.6 miles to MSU and 2.8 miles to downtown Lansing ---
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Wendy Ezzo
Coldwell Banker Realty -Stadium License #6501323687 Listed on: 07/03/2019
Last Buyer's Agent
Mark Bensinger
Bellabay Realty, LLC License #6501405713
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,771
Year Built
- Built in 1941
Lot Details
- 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 47x110.64
- East Facing Home
- Fenced
Parking
- No Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,363 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Electric Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Electric Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Laminate Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Crawl Space
Outdoor Features
- Covered patio or porch
- Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
Community Details
- Downers Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 24, 2024
Closed on
May 31, 2024
Sold by
Ju Hao
Bought by
Brown Kristen
Seller's Agent
Hao Ju
Century 21 Affiliated
Buyer's Agent
Rochelle Ridgell
RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals
List Price
$189,900
Sold Price
$194,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,100
2.16%
Total Days on Market
6
Views
57
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
$49
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.93%
Original Mortgage
$177,655
Outstanding Balance
$176,489
Interest Rate
7.1%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$21,258
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 17, 2022
Sold by
Springer Elizabeth A
Bought by
Ju Hao
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 18, 2020
Sold by
Andrews Carl W
Bought by
Andrews Elizabeth A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 21, 2020
Sold by
Andrews Carl W
Bought by
Andrews Carl W and Andrews Elizabeth A
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 3, 2019
Closed on
Aug 7, 2019
Sold by
Ruis Sean
Bought by
Andrews Carl W
Seller's Agent
Wendy Ezzo
Coldwell Banker Realty -Stadium
Buyer's Agent
Mark Bensinger
Bellabay Realty, LLC
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
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
7.47%
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 15, 2010
Sold by
Ruis Roselynn
Bought by
Ruis Sean
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 2001
Sold by
Olivetti James P and Olivetti Deborah K
Bought by
Ruis Roselynn
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $194,000 | Elevate Title Agency Of Michig | |
| Warranty Deed | $165,000 | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Liberty Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $130,000 | Tri County Title Agency Llc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $116,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $177,655 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $85,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2024 05/31/24 | Sold | $194,000 | +2.2% | $142 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2024 04/24/24 | For Sale | $189,900 | +46.1% | $139 / Sq Ft |
| 08/07/2019 08/07/19 | Sold | $130,000 | +4.0% | $95 / Sq Ft |
| 07/08/2019 07/08/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/02/2019 07/02/19 | For Sale | $125,000 | -- | $92 / 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 | $56 | $84,300 | $11,100 | $73,200 |
| 2023 | $6,112 | $75,100 | $11,100 | $64,000 |
| 2022 | $3,802 | $69,700 | $9,100 | $60,600 |
| 2021 | $3,723 | $64,100 | $7,700 | $56,400 |
| 2020 | $4,763 | $60,000 | $7,700 | $52,300 |
| 2019 | $2,959 | $56,900 | $7,700 | $49,200 |
| 2018 | $2,771 | $51,800 | $7,700 | $44,100 |
| 2017 | $2,653 | $51,800 | $7,700 | $44,100 |
| 2016 | $2,566 | $47,500 | $7,700 | $39,800 |
| 2015 | $2,566 | $46,100 | $15,476 | $30,624 |
| 2014 | $2,566 | $45,900 | $8,844 | $37,056 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Hao Ju
H
Seller's Agent in 2024
Hao Ju
Century 21 Affiliated
(979) 402-9455
1 in this area
4 Total Sales
-
Rochelle Ridgell
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Rochelle Ridgell
RE/MAX Michigan
(517) 490-6231
1 in this area
152 Total Sales
-
W
Seller's Agent in 2019
Wendy Ezzo
Coldwell Banker Realty -Stadium
-
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Mark Bensinger
Bellabay Realty, LLC
(517) 646-7149
Map
Source: Greater Lansing Association of Realtors®
MLS Number: 238357
APN: 01-01-11-379-211
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