938 Alger St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Alger Heights Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,540
Sq Ft
5,900
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Sun or Florida Room
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Traditional Architecture
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- 3-minute walk to Alger Park
About This Home
As of June 2021Alger Heights charm with all the comfort and security of now. Original hardwood floors, newer windows throughout, built-ins and arches will make your heart soar. The main level features a large living room with fireplace, formal dining room with direct access to the 3 season porch, a renovated kitchen and half bath. Upstairs you will find 3 large bedrooms with wood floors and one full bath. Refurbished upper deck overlooks the back deck and fenced-in backyard. The basement is a dream with extra living space, laundry and additional storage. This home is the perfect blend of charm and functionality! Blocks to shops, restaurants, the library and the grocery store. Offers due Sunday 5/16 at 5pm.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
ReSIDE Grand Rapids License #6502432810 Listed on: 05/12/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,053
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 5,900 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 118
- Level Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sun or Florida Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 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
Listed on
May 12, 2021
Closed on
Jun 18, 2021
Sold by
Jansen Aaron M and Jansen Mary E
Bought by
King Kathryn
Seller's Agent
Kyle Visser
ReSIDE Grand Rapids
Buyer's Agent
R. Leo Olson
Five Star Real Estate (M6)
List Price
$224,900
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
$30,100
13.38%
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
$65,947
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.63%
Original Mortgage
$247,350
Outstanding Balance
$225,886
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$94,690
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 10, 2014
Closed on
Jan 9, 2015
Sold by
Byxbe Wade W and Byxbe Rachel
Bought by
Jansen Aaron M and Jansen Mary E
Seller's Agent
Josh May
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
Buyer's Agent
Lyndsay Seyferth
Home Rental Company LLC
List Price
$119,900
Sold Price
$116,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,400
-2.84%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.93%
Original Mortgage
$93,200
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 2008
Sold by
Trott & Trott Pc
Bought by
Byxbe Wade W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$79,271
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 15, 2007
Sold by
First Horizon Home Loan Corp
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 11, 2007
Sold by
Maceda Claudia
Bought by
First Horizon Home Loan Corp
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 2006
Sold by
Nicholas Rebecca B and Nicholas David Rebecca
Bought by
Maceda Claudia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
6.54%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 13, 2003
Sold by
Fifth Third Bank
Bought by
David Rebecca B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
6.49%
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 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $116,500 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Deed | $79,900 | Warranty Title Agency Llc | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $118,774 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $115,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $116,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $247,350 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $93,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $79,271 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $115,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $80,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $155,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/18/2021 06/18/21 | Sold | $255,000 | +13.4% | $166 / Sq Ft |
| 05/16/2021 05/16/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/12/2021 05/12/21 | For Sale | $224,900 | +93.0% | $146 / Sq Ft |
| 01/09/2015 01/09/15 | Sold | $116,500 | -2.8% | $94 / Sq Ft |
| 12/24/2014 12/24/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/10/2014 10/10/14 | For Sale | $119,900 | -- | $97 / 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 | $4,730 | $128,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $4,730 | $117,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $4,692 | $99,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,896 | $86,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,024 | $78,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,935 | $74,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,957 | $66,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,957 | $60,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,905 | $54,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,928 | $50,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,483 | $50,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $45,500 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kyle Visser
Seller's Agent in 2021
Kyle Visser
ReSIDE Grand Rapids
(616) 419-9637
2 in this area
540 Total Sales
-
R. Leo Olson
R
Buyer's Agent in 2021
R. Leo Olson
Five Star Real Estate (M6)
(616) 293-2540
4 in this area
61 Total Sales
-
Josh May
Seller's Agent in 2015
Josh May
RE/MAX Michigan
(616) 318-0924
1 in this area
319 Total Sales
-
Lyndsay Seyferth
L
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Lyndsay Seyferth
Home Rental Company LLC
(616) 425-9515
3 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 21016619
APN: 41-18-08-304-002
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