861 Barbara St NW Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Alpine Center Neighborhood
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,728
Sq Ft
8,364
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Snack Bar or Counter
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Living Room
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of December 2021This charming Kenowa Hills schools home showcases new flooring in the lower level and a very nice, private backyard. Main floor features a living room, kitchen, dining area, slider to a deck built in 2016, a natural gas fireplace for cozy nights, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. The walkout lower level with new flooring has a 3rd non conforming bedroom, half bath, laundry room, and a storage room.
There is a two stall garage. Don't miss this cute Kenowa Hills home on a quiet street.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Emily Brougham
Keller Williams GR East Listed on: 06/24/2020
Last Buyer's Agent
Maria Kauffman
Steve Volkers Group - I
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,226
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- 8,364 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 135x64
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,728 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room
- Walk-Out Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Snack Bar or Counter
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 11, 2024
Sold by
Stein Nathan and Stein Emily M
Bought by
Megel Michael B
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,000
Outstanding Balance
$201,842
Interest Rate
7.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$85,698
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 11, 2021
Closed on
Dec 2, 2021
Sold by
Kolton Jensen
Bought by
Stein Nathan and Stein Emily M
Seller's Agent
Maria Kauffman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
Buyer's Agent
Tina Zachow
Century 21 Rockgate
Sold Price
$185,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.48%
Original Mortgage
$175,750
Interest Rate
3.14%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 24, 2020
Closed on
Aug 11, 2020
Sold by
Berry and Nicole
Bought by
Jensen Kolton
Seller's Agent
Emily Brougham
Keller Williams GR East
Buyer's Agent
Maria Kauffman
Steve Volkers Group - I
List Price
$170,000
Sold Price
$168,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-1.18%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.40%
Original Mortgage
$151,200
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 24, 2020
Closed on
Jul 28, 2020
Sold by
Berry Jason and Berry Nicole
Bought by
Jensen Kolton
Seller's Agent
Emily Brougham
Keller Williams GR East
Buyer's Agent
Maria Kauffman
Steve Volkers Group - I
List Price
$170,000
Sold Price
$168,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-1.18%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,200
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 15, 2008
Sold by
Knottnerus Don E and Knottnerus Geertruida
Bought by
Berry Jason and Berry Nicole
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$101,246
Interest Rate
5.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 2004
Sold by
Knottnerus Christina S
Bought by
Knottnerus Christina S and Knottnerus Don E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $255,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $185,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $168,000 | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $168,000 | Grand Rapids Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $105,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $130,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $204,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $175,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $151,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $151,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $91,996 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $101,246 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $104,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2021 12/02/21 | Sold | $185,000 | -2.6% | $107 / Sq Ft |
| 11/14/2021 11/14/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/11/2021 11/11/21 | For Sale | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/08/2021 11/08/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/03/2021 11/03/21 | For Sale | $189,900 | +13.0% | $110 / Sq Ft |
| 07/28/2020 07/28/20 | Sold | $168,000 | -1.2% | $97 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2020 06/29/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/24/2020 06/24/20 | For Sale | $170,000 | -- | $98 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwestern Michigan 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,010 | $109,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,010 | $90,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,922 | $78,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,068 | $73,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,923 | $67,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,116 | $62,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,175 | $58,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,175 | $55,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,124 | $52,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,066 | $51,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,034 | $51,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $44,800 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Maria Kauffman
Seller's Agent in 2021
Maria Kauffman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
(616) 498-9411
1 in this area
79 Total Sales
-
Tina Zachow
T
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Tina Zachow
Century 21 Rockgate
(616) 581-4941
1 in this area
61 Total Sales
-
E
Seller's Agent in 2020
Emily Brougham
Keller Williams GR East
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 20023795
APN: 41-13-11-230-014
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