NOT LISTED FOR SALE

7448 Thorncrest Dr SE Ada, MI 49301

Forest Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $545,000 - $671,922

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,785 Sq Ft
$221/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 17, 2024

Last sale price $679,000 $244 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,539/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Pine Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of May 2024

Welcome to 7448 Thorncrest Drive, a one-of-a-kind mid-century modern home. Designed by Grand Rapids architect Donald P. Fritz in 1964. The home features 4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths and approximately 2785 Sq. Ft. finished living space. Ideally located in one of Cascade's most desirable neighborhoods in award winning Forest Hills Schools. The current owner has thoughtfully maintained the home updating all mechanicals, exterior structures including the recently added stunning woodland garden designed by Rooks Landscaping. Vintage 1960's and 1970's lighting by Swedish designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson includes a round pine veneer ''Hans Pendant'' in the dining room and cylindrical pine veneer pendant in the entrance. Herman Miller/Nelson Saucer pendants illuminate the primary suite. This floor plan allows for easy living with a main floor primary suite and private spa-like bath, separate shower, tub, and floating vanity. An updated efficient kitchen features SS appliances and beautiful slate floors. The open concept living room has cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, wood burning brick fireplace, solarium off the dining room and sliding doors to a bi-level deck for entertaining in the privacy of the woodland garden. The baths have been updated to include new tile, vanities, and high-end fixtures. There's a spacious office/workshop/studio with cork flooring hidden away off the garage. In the walkout lower level you'll find a comfortable family room, 2 bedrooms, office, full bath and plenty of storage. Nestled on a tree-lined street, this home provides the serenity and privacy of a woodland retreat all within walking distance to ice cream shops, bike trails, restaurants, and Pine Ridge Elementary School. If you're looking for a custom designed well-built home with unique character that harmonizes with its woodland environment, this may be your new home. It is a true work of art. SELLER HAS DIRECTED LA TO HOLD ALL OFFERS UNTIL TUESDAY, APRIL 23RD AT 3PM.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amy Miller

Five Star Real Estate (Eastown) License #6502330154 Listed on: 04/18/2024

Five Star Real Estate (Eastown)

Last Buyer's Agent

Cheryl Grant

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH) License #6501328915

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,014

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 0.6 Acre Lot
  • Shrub
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Rubber Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,785 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Recreation Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Snack Bar or Counter
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Accessible Home Design

  • Halls are 36 inches wide or more
  • Rocker Light Switch
  • Doors are 36 inches wide or more

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Pine Ridge Elementary School
  • Central Middle School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Built by Donald P. Fritz, Architect
  • Lot 12 In Cascade Terrace Neighborhood Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,014

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Mid-Century Modern
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1965
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 120’X220.86’X135.6’X 214’
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 2785.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 5014.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: RES
  • Lot Description:Wooded: Yes
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic System: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Windows:Replacement: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Landscape:ShrubsHedges: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Util Avail at Street:Electric: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Natural Gas2: Yes
  • Lot Description:Level: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Cable: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Broadband: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Cable2: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Telephone Line2: Yes
  • Windows:Insulated Windows: Yes
  • Windows:Screens: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Telephone Line: Yes
  • Additional Items:Window Treatments: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Location Property Info:Subdivision2: Lot 12 in Cascade Terrace Neighborhood
  • Substructure:Walk Out: Yes
  • Water Heater:Natural Gas4: Yes
  • Landscape:Garden Area: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:High-Speed Internet: Yes
  • Windows:Skylight(s): Yes
  • Landscape:Flower Garden: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Extra Well: Yes
  • Roofing:Rubber: Yes
  • Accessibility Feat:Rocker Light Switches: Yes
  • Additional Items:Ensuite: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1774.0
  • Location Property Info:Builder Name: Donald P. Fritz, Architect
  • Additional Items:Vaulted Ceilings: Yes
  • Additional Items:Basement Finished: Yes
  • Laundry Features Laundry Room: Yes
  • Laundry Features Main Level: Yes
  • Laundry Features Sink: Yes
  • Laundry Features Washer Hookup: Yes
  • General Property Info Elementary School2: Pine Ridge Elementary School
  • General Property Info Middle School2: Central Middle School
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Accessibility Feat 36 Inch Entrance Door: Yes
  • Accessibility Feat 36' or Hallway: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Carpet Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Tile Floor: Yes
  • Flooring:Ceramic Floor: Yes
  • Flooring Stone Floor: Yes
  • Architectural Style Mid Century Modern: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Accessibility Features: Rocker Light Switches, 36 Inch Entrance Door, 36' or + Hallway
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Stone, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Broadband, Garage Door Opener, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • LivingArea: 2785.0
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Screens, Replacement, Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Kitchen Features:Eating Area: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Snack Bar: Yes
  • Fireplace:Wood Burning: Yes
  • Appliances:Water Softener-Owned: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Builder Name: Donald P. Fritz, Architect
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Concrete, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Other
  • List Price: 559900.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Wooded
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition, Rubber
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Concrete: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Other16: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck(s): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Additional Items:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features Attached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Other
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, High-Speed Internet, Extra Well
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Pine Ridge Elementary School
  • Middle/Junior School: Central Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6
  • Lot Size Area: 0.6
  • Lot Dimensions: 120’X220.86’X135.6’X 214’
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 26136.0
  • Zoning Description: RES
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5014.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2024
Closed on
May 17, 2024
Sold by
Leslie M Bellavance Revocable Trust and Bellavance Leslie M
Bought by
Bruce M And Janet A Smith Trust
Seller's Agent
Amy Miller
Five Star Real Estate (Eastown)
Buyer's Agent
Cheryl Grant
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
List Price
$559,900
Sold Price
$679,000
Premium/Discount to List
$119,100
21.27%
Views
63
Current Estimated Value
$615,731

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$63,269
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.84%
Original Mortgage
$543,200
Outstanding Balance
$535,583
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$80,148

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2019
Sold by
Bellavance Leslie M
Bought by
Bellavance Leslie M and The Leslie M Bellavnace Revoca

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 27, 2017
Closed on
Apr 28, 2017
Sold by
Swartz Samuel R and Swartz Geraldine M
Bought by
Bellavance Leslie M
Seller's Agent
Amy Miller
RE/MAX SunQuest Realty
Buyer's Agent
Amy Miller
RE/MAX SunQuest Realty
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$375,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.06%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
4.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2011
Sold by
Vanpoolen Robert S and Vanpoolen Susan R
Bought by
Swartz Geraldine M and Swartz Samuel R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,150
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 2008
Sold by
Depersia Gerald J and Depersia Peggy A
Bought by
Vanpoolen Robert S and Van Poolen Susan R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2000
Sold by
Fritz Donald P
Bought by
Depersia Gerald J and Swartz Geraldine
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bruce M And Janet A Smith Trust $679,000 Sun Title
Bellavance Leslie M -- None Available
Bellavance Leslie M $375,000 None Available
Swartz Geraldine M $244,000 Chicago Title
Vanpoolen Robert S $252,500 Chicago Title
Depersia Gerald J $225,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bruce M And Janet A Smith Trust $543,200
Previous Owner Bellavance Leslie M $300,000
Previous Owner Swartz Geraldine M $206,150
Previous Owner Vanpoolen Robert S $120,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/17/2024 05/17/24 Sold $679,000 +21.3% $244 / Sq Ft
04/23/2024 04/23/24 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2024 04/18/24 For Sale $559,900 +49.3% $201 / Sq Ft
04/28/2017 04/28/17 Sold $375,000 0.0% $147 / Sq Ft
03/27/2017 03/27/17 Pending -- -- --
03/27/2017 03/27/17 For Sale $375,000 -- $147 / 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 $3,285 $240,400 $0 $0
2024 $3,285 $215,700 $0 $0
2023 $3,141 $194,400 $0 $0
2022 $4,451 $169,500 $0 $0
2021 $4,340 $156,200 $0 $0
2020 $2,933 $148,200 $0 $0
2019 $4,313 $140,200 $0 $0
2018 $4,257 $130,300 $0 $0
2017 $3,577 $124,200 $0 $0
2016 $3,453 $118,300 $0 $0
2015 -- $118,300 $0 $0
2013 -- $106,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 24018368

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-19-15-180-004