Gretchen Volkenstein
@properties Christie's International R.E.
(269) 466-8100
243 Total Sales
7 in Higman Park
$125K - $460K Price Range
869 Polfus Dr Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Higman Park NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $246,666
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,800
Sq Ft
$137/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Attached Garage
- Central Air
- Wood Flooring
- Patio
- Hot Water Heating System
About This Home
As of February 2013All brick, quality walkout ranch close to the City of St. Joseph, Whirlpool Ad Center, Harbor Shores and multiple Lake Michigan beaches. Beautiful hardwood floors and two stone wood burning fireplaces. 1 1/2 baths with ceramic tile walls. Kitchen features light wood cabinets. Extra large master bedroom. Home has plenty of storage. Garage is oversized with T&G knotty pine walls and finished ceiling. Complete shop area (11x26) with outside entrance. Full basement with 15x32 finished walk-out recreation room including stone fireplace. Recent boiler hot water heat plus central AC. Main floor living, low maintenance and a nice peaceful location.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6501274658 Listed on: 10/16/2012
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International R.E. License #6501274658 Listed on: 10/16/2012
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,414
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- 17,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100 x 174
- Shrub
- Level Lot
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,800 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Game Room with Fireplace
- Recreation Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Walk-Out Basement
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Accessible Home Design
- Grab Bar In Bathroom
- Doors are 36 inches wide or more
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 16, 2012
Closed on
Feb 15, 2013
Sold by
Erbach John and Estate Of Frederick J Erbach
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Bill Achterberg
@properties Christie's International R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Bill Achterberg
@properties Christie's International R.E.
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$90,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.11%
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
$156,666
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.69%
Original Mortgage
$72,000
Outstanding Balance
$48,288
Interest Rate
3.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$198,378
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Higman Park, MI
-
Gretchen Volkenstein
-
Brian Waite
Brian Waite
RE/MAX by the Lake
(269) 466-1599
122 Total Sales
4 in Higman Park
$37K - $400K Price Range
-
Kerry Wright
Kerry Wright
Wright Properties
(269) 247-5946
196 Total Sales
4 in Higman Park
$65K - $1M Price Range
-
Matthew Hadden
Matthew Hadden
Chuck Jaqua, REALTOR
(269) 443-0759
145 Total Sales
1 in Higman Park
$3,462,595 Price
-
Wortman Real Estate Group
Wortman Real Estate Group
@properties Christie's International R.E.
(269) 769-2290
376 Total Sales
5 in Higman Park
$90K - $975K Price Range
-
Chris Marzke
Chris Marzke
@properties Christie's International R.E.
(269) 468-0193
75 Total Sales
5 in Higman Park
$270K - $875K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $90,000 | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $72,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/15/2013 02/15/13 | Sold | $90,000 | +0.1% | $50 / Sq Ft |
| 02/15/2013 02/15/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/16/2012 10/16/12 | For Sale | $89,900 | -- | $50 / Sq Ft |
Source: MichRIC
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,833 | $114,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $3,782 | $106,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,615 | $91,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,491 | $89,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,372 | $83,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,308 | $87,200 | $16,300 | $70,900 |
| 2020 | $3,275 | $89,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,211 | $60,700 | $5,500 | $55,200 |
| 2018 | $3,183 | $60,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,292 | $64,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,160 | $63,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,150 | $63,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,339 | $66,300 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Bill Achterberg
BA
Seller's Agent in 2013
Bill Achterberg
@ Properties
(269) 208-3453
13 Total Sales
Map
Source: MichRIC
MLS Number: 12055898
APN: 11-03-5500-0002-00-1
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