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Seller's Agent in 2023
Michelle Bartosik
Bellabay Realty (North)
(616) 433-5950
1 in this area
68 Total Sales
940 Watson St SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504
SWAN NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $283,000 - $327,699
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,784
Sq Ft
$170/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Traditional Architecture
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- 4-minute walk to Westown Commons Park
About This Home
As of October 2023Here is your chance to own newer construction in the heart of the lower Westside. This 4/2.5 was torn down and rebuilt, including the foundation, in 2017. Very efficient - R50 in the attic, R20 in the walls, spray foam in the basement, led lights, Low E windows and a high efficiency furnace that passed the door blower test, helps keep bills to a minimum. The main floor features 9 ft ceilings, an open floor plan with laundry and accessibility, including zero clearance entry and a main floor bedroom with half bath. The upper level is where you will find the primary en suite, 2 more bedrooms and a 2nd full bath with a zero threshold shower. Walkable to all the Westside hot spots like John Ball Zoo, Frank's Market, Putt-Putt's, parks, shopping, coffee shops, and GVSU's downtown campus. Conveniently located just minutes away from the expressway and all the amenities that DTW GR has to offer!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Bellabay Realty (North) License #6501442164 Listed on: 09/27/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,960
Year Built
- Built in 2017
Lot Details
- 5,280 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 40x132
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,784 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Insulated Windows
- Window Screens
- Laminate Flooring
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Snack Bar or Counter
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
Basement
- Michigan Basement
- Partial Basement
Accessible Home Design
- Low Threshold Shower
- Accessible Bathroom
- Accessible Bedroom
- Doors are 36 inches wide or more
- Accessible Approach with Ramp
- Accessible Ramps
- Accessible Entrance
- Stepless Entry
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Humidifier
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 27, 2023
Closed on
Oct 16, 2023
Sold by
Pentecost Thomas D and Pentecost Alissa J
Bought by
Bowman Emma and Latham Hayden
Seller's Agent
Michelle Bartosik
Bellabay Realty (North)
Buyer's Agent
Mark VanderWal
EXP Realty (Grand Rapids)
List Price
$285,000
Sold Price
$307,500
Premium/Discount to List
$22,500
7.89%
Views
17
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
-$3,575
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.62%
Original Mortgage
$292,125
Outstanding Balance
$286,912
Interest Rate
7.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$17,013
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 26, 2019
Sold by
Westown Jubilee Housing Llc
Bought by
Pentecost Thomas D and Pentecost Alissa J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,590
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 2017
Sold by
Weston Jubilee Housing
Bought by
Pentecost Thomas and Vredeveld Alissa
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 28, 2016
Closed on
Dec 12, 2016
Sold by
Kent County Land Bank Authority
Bought by
Westown Jubilec Housing
Seller's Agent
Randy Charboneau
Independence Realty (RSC)
Buyer's Agent
Laurie Zokoe
Five Star Real Estate (Tallmadge)
List Price
$45,000
Sold Price
$38,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,500
-14.44%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
26.77%
Original Mortgage
$107,450
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2016
Sold by
Parrish Kenneth D
Bought by
The City Of Grand Rapids
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 6, 2016
Sold by
City Of Grand Rapids
Bought by
Kent County Land Bank Authority
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 30, 1991
Sold by
Treece Treece D D and Treece Tarr E
Bought by
Tarr Dorothy Estate
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 29, 1991
Bought by
Tarr Dorothy Estate
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 21, 1980
Bought by
Tarr Dorothy Estate
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowman Emma | $307,500 | Lighthouse Title | |
| Pentecost Thomas D | $140,000 | None Available | |
| Pentecost Thomas | -- | None Available | |
| Westown Jubilec Housing | $38,500 | Ssun Title Agency Of Michiga | |
| The City Of Grand Rapids | $405,636 | None Available | |
| Kent County Land Bank Authority | $405,636 | None Available | |
| Tarr Dorothy Estate | $36,500 | -- | |
| Tarr Dorothy Estate | -- | -- | |
| Tarr Dorothy Estate | $27,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Bowman Emma | $292,125 | |
| Previous Owner | Pentecost Thomas D | $150,590 | |
| Previous Owner | Westown Jubilec Housing | $107,450 | |
| Previous Owner | Tarr Eugene | $64,249 | |
| Previous Owner | Tarr Eugene | $20,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Tarr Eugene | $20,000 | |
| Closed | Pentecost Thomas | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2023 10/16/23 | Sold | $307,500 | +7.9% | $172 / Sq Ft |
| 09/28/2023 09/28/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/27/2023 09/27/23 | For Sale | $285,000 | +640.3% | $160 / Sq Ft |
| 12/13/2016 12/13/16 | Sold | $38,500 | -14.4% | $33 / Sq Ft |
| 08/17/2016 08/17/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/28/2016 07/28/16 | For Sale | $45,000 | -- | $39 / 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 | $4,531 | $154,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $4,531 | $142,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,065 | $115,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,960 | $107,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,917 | $94,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,832 | $85,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,919 | $67,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,809 | $52,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,641 | $29,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,357 | $26,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,542 | $26,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $27,800 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michelle Bartosik
-
Mark VanderWal
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Mark VanderWal
EXP Realty (Grand Rapids)
(616) 813-9373
2 in this area
89 Total Sales
-
Randy Charboneau
Seller's Agent in 2016
Randy Charboneau
Independence Realty (RSC)
(616) 262-0001
93 Total Sales
-
Laurie Zokoe
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Laurie Zokoe
Five Star Real Estate (Tallmadge)
(616) 901-9632
1 in this area
747 Total Sales
Map
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 23135826
APN: 41-13-26-434-005
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