$1,435,000
SOLD MAY 14, 2015
4 Beds
6 Baths
6,759 Sq Ft
1.45 Acres

Recently Sold

$212 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

46 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • 1.45 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Thornapple Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 5 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of September 2017

This striking, one of a kind home is situated on 132ft of the Thornapple River. Built by Distinctive Homes, this timeless, authentic French country estate has features such as wide plank hardwood floor, extensive on-site custom-built cabinetry, towering masonry fireplace, brick barreled ceiling w/ massive beams, & open kitchen area. Fantastic views of the Thornapple River. French doors lead off the mstr ste to a deck that includes outdoor fireplace & living area. Upstairs features large bonus room with pvt bath. 10ft ceilings, expansive full kitchen w/ all of the high-end appointments & appliances you would expect, & home management area in LL. Outside, enjoy the fire pit for summer nights. A truly unique, one of a kind estate. Home offers the best in design, craftsmanship, materials, & la

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Postma

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH) License #6502114085 Listed on: 01/19/2015

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)

Last Buyer's Agent

Sue Howell

Sue Howell Realty License #6502412814

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,610

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 1.45 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 66x302x282.91x132x251x150.42
  • Private Waterfront
  • 132 Feet of Waterfront
  • Shrub
  • Sprinkler System
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 6,759 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Built-In Desk
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Snack Bar or Counter
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Humidifier
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Water Sports

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,610

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2005
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Garage Type Attached: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Disposal, Cook Top, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans, Central Vacuum, Garage Door Opener, Humidifier, Security System, Water Softener/Owned, Wet Bar
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Basement: Walk Out
  • LivingArea: 6759.0
  • Kitchen Features:Eating Area: Yes
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Center Island: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Snack Bar: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Desk Built-In: Yes
  • Appliances:Cook Top: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • List Price: 1495000.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Thornapple River
  • Waterfront Features: All Sports, Private Frontage
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Deck(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Garage:Garage2: Yes
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Garage Type:_three_: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic System
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:All Sports: Yes
  • Water Fea Amenities:Private Frontage: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 1.45
  • Lot Size Area: 1.45
  • Lot Dimensions: 66x302x282.91x132x251x150.42
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 62988.0
  • Zoning Description: RES
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 19610.0
  • Tax Year: 2014

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 21, 2017
Closed on
Sep 29, 2017
Sold by
Behm Daniel and Behm Barbara
Bought by
Semple Anthony L and The Anthony L Semple Trust
Seller's Agent
Ken Grashuis
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
Buyer's Agent
Ken Grashuis
Greenridge Realty (EGR)
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$1,850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$145,000
-7.27%
Total Days on Market
46
Current Estimated Value
$2,000,801

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$150,801
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.04%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 19, 2015
Closed on
May 14, 2015
Sold by
Geier Frank and Geier Connie
Bought by
Behm Daniel and Behm Barbara
Seller's Agent
John Postma
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
Buyer's Agent
Sue Howell
Sue Howell Realty
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,435,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$60,000
-4.01%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.26%
Original Mortgage
$1,148,000
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 2008
Sold by
Brinks Benjamin H
Bought by
Geier Franz and Geier Connie
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $1,435,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $1,500,000 Grand Rapids Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,148,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/29/2017 09/29/17 Sold $1,850,000 -7.3% $274 / Sq Ft
07/12/2017 07/12/17 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2017 06/21/17 For Sale $1,995,000 +39.0% $295 / Sq Ft
05/14/2015 05/14/15 Sold $1,435,000 -4.0% $212 / Sq Ft
03/06/2015 03/06/15 Pending -- -- --
01/19/2015 01/19/15 For Sale $1,495,000 -- $221 / 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
2024 $23,330 $1,261,800 $0 $0
2023 $30,600 $1,114,000 $0 $0
2022 $27,495 $905,800 $0 $0
2021 $26,807 $920,300 $0 $0
2020 $18,117 $913,100 $0 $0
2019 $26,292 $864,500 $0 $0
2018 $26,292 $804,800 $0 $0
2017 $24,195 $721,600 $0 $0
2016 $23,357 $751,200 $0 $0
2015 -- $751,200 $0 $0
2013 -- $659,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 15002227

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-19-10-101-059