NOT LISTED FOR SALE

885 Beechwood St NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505

Creston Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $289,000 - $303,525

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,604 Sq Ft
$186/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 17, 2018

Last sale price $167,000 $104 Per Sq Ft

Est. 79% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,794/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Bay Window
  • Bungalow
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Living Room
  • Garden

About This Home

As of August 2018

Well maintained bungalow in the desirable Cheshire Village area. Two main floor bedrooms and full bath. Beautiful wooden floors and trim. Master suite and full bath on second floor. Bonus craft room or office in partially finished basement, three season porch and fenced yard. Replacement windows and newer construction throughout the home. This is a must see. A beautiful historic bungalow located in the Heart of Chesire Village in the Creston neighborhood. Imagine yourself breathing in that summer breeze while enjoying your large three season porch. You can enjoy a barbecue in your large well manicured fenced in backyard. Admire the well cared for woodwork throughout the home as you move about your daily tasks. In the winter you can take a warm bath in the nicely decorated bathroom downstairs, or a shower before bed in the upstairs master. At night, grab a good book from the built in bookshelves in the spacious living room. There is nothing you won't find comforting about this home so come check it out today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Tuffelmire

Urban Pharm LLC License #6501402881 Listed on: 07/12/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Peter Westers

Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)

Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,661

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 5,009 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 100
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,604 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Replacement Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Location

  • Mineral Rights Excluded

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,661

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1925
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 50 X 100
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1604.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1661.0
  • Roofing:Composition: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Windows:Replacement: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Windows:Screens: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Heat Type:Hot Water: Yes
  • Water Heater:Natural Gas4: Yes
  • Mineral Rights:No: Yes
  • Windows:BayBow: Yes
  • Landscape:Flower Garden: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1604.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Fencing:Fenced Back: Yes
  • Architectural Style Bungalow: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 1604.0
  • Window Features: Screens, Replacement, Bay/Bow
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Freezer: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 157900.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Patio and Porch Features: 3 Season Room
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Material:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Features 3 Season Room: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Area: 0.12
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 100
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5009.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1661.0
  • Tax Year: 2017

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2018
Closed on
Aug 17, 2018
Sold by
Reed Cheryl
Bought by
Smolenski Bruce M and Smolenski Ann
Seller's Agent
Michael Tuffelmire
Urban Pharm LLC
Buyer's Agent
Peter Westers
Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)
List Price
$157,900
Sold Price
$167,000
Premium/Discount to List
$9,100
5.76%
Current Estimated Value
$298,131

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$131,131
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.82%
Original Mortgage
$158,650
Outstanding Balance
$138,919
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$145,824

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 11, 2008
Sold by
Albee Evelyn W and Day Margaret A
Bought by
Reed Cheryl

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$81,782
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Smolenski Bruce M $167,000 Sun Title Agency Of Michigan
Reed Cheryl $89,000 Ppr Title Agency
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smolenski Bruce M $158,650
Previous Owner Reed Cheryl M $84,650
Previous Owner Reed Cheryl $81,782
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/17/2018 08/17/18 Sold $167,000 +5.8% $104 / Sq Ft
07/16/2018 07/16/18 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2018 07/12/18 For Sale $157,900 -- $98 / 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 $2,474 $126,300 $0 $0
2024 $2,474 $117,600 $0 $0
2023 $2,510 $103,200 $0 $0
2022 $2,383 $89,200 $0 $0
2021 $2,330 $80,100 $0 $0
2020 $2,227 $73,800 $0 $0
2019 $2,333 $66,300 $0 $0
2018 $1,636 $58,900 $0 $0
2017 $1,593 $52,300 $0 $0
2016 $1,612 $48,300 $0 $0
2015 $1,500 $48,300 $0 $0
2013 -- $44,100 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Michael Tuffelmire

    Urban Pharm LLC

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  • P

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Peter Westers

    Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)

    (616) 262-7288

    3 in this area

    95 Total Sales

    Peter Westers
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 18032899

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-08-153-031

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49505 Creston

885 Beechwood St NE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 885 Beechwood St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 since 12 July 2018 and is currently estimated at $298,131, approximately $185 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 885 Beechwood St NE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Riverside Middle School, Union High School, and All Saints Academy - Lower Campus.

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