NOT LISTED FOR SALE

942 Benjamin Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506

South East End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $316,000 - $392,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,358 Sq Ft
$153/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 27, 2023

Last sale price $332,000 $141 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,176/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Screened Porch
  • Replacement Windows
  • Corner Lot: Yes
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of April 2023

Newly renovated! If you've been looking for a move-in ready home in the EGR area for a great price this is the one for you. This gorgeous all brick home with a NEW Kitchen (featuring Quartz Counters, Slate Finish Deluxe Model Appliances, under cabinet lighting, full tile backsplash, brand new quality cabinets) and updated bathrooms wich borders EGR at MLK park has an inviting feel to it.
All Finished basement with 8.5' ceilings, and a wine cellar to grab your beverage from for your relaxing evenings watching the family or friends across the street at the park, or in its pool from your enclosed front porch. Take advantage of the city kept park space without paying for the upkeep, what a bonus! Vinyl replacement windows throughout. Enjoy the electric fireplace insert over the original brick from this charming LR.
Possibility to simply install an egress window in the basement for a 4th. bedroom, likely cost $3,000

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Botruff

United Realty Services LLC License #6501415732 Listed on: 03/16/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Cathy Nyboer

Five Star Real Estate (Grandv) License #6501429071

Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,950

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 4,356 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 41x123x33x115
  • Corner Lot: Yes
  • Property is zoned r1, r1

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,950

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1920
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 41x123x33x115
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 2358.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: No
  • General Property Info:Main Level Laundry: No
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1950.0
  • Tax Info:Zoning3: r1
  • Heat Type:Forced Air: Yes
  • Manufactured:Manufactured YN: No
  • Substructure:Full: Yes
  • Windows:Replacement: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • General Property Info:Total Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Util Avail at Street:Electric: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Natural Gas2: Yes
  • Utilities Attached:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Lot Description:Corner Lot: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Cable2: Yes
  • Util Avail at Street:Telephone Line2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: Yes
  • Roofing:Shingle: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric3: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 1558.0
  • General Property Info Garage YN: No
  • Architectural Style:Traditional: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full
  • LivingArea: 2358.0
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 2.0
  • Basement Rooms:Basement Finished SQFT: 800.0
  • Basement Rooms:Total Basement SQFT: 800.0
  • Appliances:Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Living: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 800.0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Scrn Porch
  • List Price: 324000.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Material:Brick: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Scrn Porch: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1
  • Lot Dimensions: 41x123x33x115
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4356.0
  • Zoning Description: r1
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1950.0
  • Tax Year: 22

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 8, 2008
Sold by
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Bought by
Indymac Federal Bank Fsb
Current Estimated Value
$360,728

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2008
Sold by
Botruff Scott and Botruff Gina
Bought by
942 Benjamin Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 2, 2008
Sold by
Davis Tamica
Bought by
Indymac Bank Fsb

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 2007
Sold by
Grady Group Properties Llc
Bought by
Davis Tamica

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,500
Interest Rate
10.12%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 2006
Sold by
Evans Lee J
Bought by
Grady Group Properties Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 1978
Sold by
Weaver Weaver L L and Weaver K
Bought by
942 Benjamin Llc
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
Indymac Federal Bank Fsb -- Parks Title
942 Benjamin Llc -- None Available
Indymac Bank Fsb $82,800 None Available
Davis Tamica $145,000 None Available
Grady Group Properties Inc $33,000 None Available
942 Benjamin Llc -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Davis Tamica $130,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/27/2023 04/27/23 Sold $332,000 +2.5% $141 / Sq Ft
03/17/2023 03/17/23 Pending -- -- --
03/16/2023 03/16/23 For Sale $324,000 -- $137 / 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 $3,168 $118,800 $0 $0
2024 $3,168 $99,900 $0 $0
2023 $1,217 $90,500 $0 $0
2022 $1,779 $75,100 $0 $0
2021 $1,733 $66,500 $0 $0
2020 $1,675 $58,400 $0 $0
2019 $1,715 $49,900 $0 $0
2018 $1,663 $48,700 $0 $0
2017 $1,622 $38,700 $0 $0
2016 $1,630 $31,700 $0 $0
2015 $1,668 $31,700 $0 $0
2013 -- $30,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Chris Botruff

    United Realty Services LLC

    (616) 813-7020

    3 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Chris Botruff
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  • Cathy Nyboer

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Cathy Nyboer

    Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)

    (616) 288-3244

    1 in this area

    87 Total Sales

    Cathy Nyboer
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Map

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 23007635

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 41-14-32-402-030

Michigan Kent County Grand Rapids 49506 South East End

942 Benjamin Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

This home is located at 942 Benjamin Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 since 16 March 2023 and is currently estimated at $360,728, approximately $152 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 942 Benjamin Ave SE is a home located in Kent County with nearby schools including Campus Elementary School, Alger Middle School, and Ottawa Hills High School.

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