NOT LISTED FOR SALE

897 Tierra St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49508

Ridgebrook Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $250,000 - $333,614

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,421 Sq Ft
$219/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 02, 2018

Last sale price $145,000 $102 Per Sq Ft

Est. 115% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,970/month

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • East Kentwood High School Rated A-
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of October 2018

Must see 2 bedroom, 2 full bath ranch home that offers over 1,400 sqft of living space. This beautiful, move-in ready house includes an open kitchen that overlooks the dining room and one of the two living rooms. Stunning living room offers beamed, cathedral ceilings and fireplace. There is also a slider that leads to a 3 seasons room with a relaxing view of the fenced in backyard, manicured lawn, and pristine landscaping with numerous perennials. The second living room even offers vaulted ceilings. Expansive master bedroom offers 3 spacious closets and brand new carpet. Other features include: dual living rooms, new water heater, new garage door and opener, 2 stall garage, two additional rooms in garage for storage, central air, first floor laundry and master. House is close to M6 and Kentwood School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jason Titus

Independence Realty (Main) License #6501369363 Listed on: 07/26/2018

Co-Listed By

Adam Fox

Independence Realty (Main) License #6501393258

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Bradford

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH) License #6501377797

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,957

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 77x139
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is zoned R1-D, R1-D

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,421 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,957

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1983
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 77x139
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: No
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1421.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1957.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: R1-D
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: No
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning:Central Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Substructure:Slab: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1421.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Fencing:Fenced Back: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Slab
  • LivingArea: 1421.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Scrn Porch
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • List Price: 149900.0
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Driveway Paved: Yes
  • Exterior Material:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Scrn Porch: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Parking Features Attached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Size Area: 0.25
  • Lot Dimensions: 77x139
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10890.0
  • Zoning Description: R1-D
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1957.0
  • Tax Year: 2012

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2022
Sold by
Tolster Alex
Bought by
Szczesniak Madison and Doygun Andrea
Current Estimated Value
$311,404

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,125
Outstanding Balance
$200,542
Interest Rate
6.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$106,122

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 26, 2018
Closed on
Oct 2, 2018
Sold by
Fleck Erin L
Bought by
Tolster Alex
Seller's Agent
Jason Titus
Independence Realty (Main)
Buyer's Agent
Scott Bradford
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
List Price
$165,000
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-12.12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.31%
Original Mortgage
$130,500
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 7, 2012
Closed on
Nov 6, 2012
Sold by
Secretary Of Housing & Urban Development
Bought by
Fleck Erin L
Seller's Agent
Michael Balsitis
Bellabay Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jason Titus
Independence Realty (Main)
List Price
$63,000
Sold Price
$65,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
3.17%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.54%
Original Mortgage
$62,876
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2011
Sold by
Flagstar Bank Fsb
Bought by
Secretary Of Housing & Urban Development

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2010
Sold by
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems
Bought by
Flagstar Bank Fsb

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2010
Sold by
Muller Diana
Bought by
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems
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
Szczesniak Madison $212,500 Chicago Title
Tolster Alex $145,000 First American Title
Fleck Erin L $65,000 None Available
Secretary Of Housing & Urban Development -- None Available
Flagstar Bank Fsb -- None Available
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems $147,571 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Szczesniak Madison $206,125
Previous Owner Tolster Alex $130,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/02/2018 10/02/18 Sold $145,000 -12.1% $102 / Sq Ft
09/01/2018 09/01/18 Pending -- -- --
07/26/2018 07/26/18 For Sale $165,000 +153.8% $116 / Sq Ft
11/06/2012 11/06/12 Sold $65,000 +3.2% $46 / Sq Ft
09/17/2012 09/17/12 Pending -- -- --
09/07/2012 09/07/12 For Sale $63,000 -- $44 / 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 $3,822 $154,900 $0 $0
2024 $3,822 $125,300 $0 $0
2023 $3,946 $107,000 $0 $0
2022 $3,044 $101,100 $0 $0
2021 $2,983 $90,100 $0 $0
2020 $2,475 $81,100 $0 $0
2019 $2,915 $76,300 $0 $0
2018 $2,074 $73,600 $0 $0
2017 $2,020 $61,900 $0 $0
2016 $1,957 $55,300 $0 $0
2015 $1,888 $55,300 $0 $0
2013 -- $53,600 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jason Titus

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Jason Titus

    Independence Realty (Main)

    (616) 901-0771

    3 in this area

    198 Total Sales

    Jason Titus
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Adam Fox

    Independence Realty (Main)

  • Scott Bradford

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Scott Bradford

    RE/MAX Michigan

    (616) 551-9735

    4 in this area

    168 Total Sales

    Scott Bradford
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  • Michael Balsitis

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Michael Balsitis

    Bellabay Realty LLC

    (616) 813-5522

    1 in this area

    34 Total Sales

    Michael Balsitis
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 18035665

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-18-32-351-024

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49508 Ridgebrook

897 Tierra St SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 897 Tierra St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508 since 26 July 2018 and is currently estimated at $311,404, approximately $219 per square foot. This property was built in 1983. 897 Tierra St SE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Glenwood Elementary School, Valleywood Middle School, and East Kentwood Freshman Campus.

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