Welcome to 1209 California! This charming home is move-in ready and full of updates. The main level offers a fully enclosed porch, spacious living and dining areas, two flexible rooms perfect for bedrooms, office, or sitting space, plus main floor laundry and a full bath. The kitchen provides abundant cupboard and counter space. Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms with hardwood floors and a second full bath. The lower level features a modern update with added egress, creating potential for another bedroom or bright living space. Major updates include a newer furnace, water heater, and roof (2017). Outside, enjoy a large backyard ideal for gardening, bonfires, or entertaining. Pride of ownership shows throughout—this home is ready for its next chapter!
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$235,000
1209 California St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
4beds
1,590sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$242,900 Zestimate®
$148/sqft
$2,368 Estimated rent
Home value
$242,900
$228,000 - $260,000
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Modern updateLarge backyardHardwood floorsEnclosed porchFlexible rooms
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Listed by:
Jacob Rolf 616-581-6417,
Kilner Group Realty,
John McMahon 616-802-7889,
Kilner Group Realty
Bought with:
Elizabeth Krueger, 6501334304
EXP Realty (Caledonia)
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25048056
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: In Basement, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,290
- Total interior livable area: 1,590 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40' x 111.75'
Details
- Parcel number: 411326181013
- Zoning description: 401 RESIDENTIAL
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Grand Rapids
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $148/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $64,411
- Annual tax amount: $2,151
- Date on market: 10/7/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,MSHDA,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 | Sold | $235,000$148/sqft |
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| 10/19/2025 | Pending sale | $235,000$148/sqft |
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| 10/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $235,000$148/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Pending sale | $235,000$148/sqft |
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| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $235,000+51.6%$148/sqft |
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| 4/10/2019 | Sold | $155,000$97/sqft |
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| 3/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $155,000$97/sqft |
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| 3/12/2019 | Pending sale | $155,000$97/sqft |
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| 2/26/2019 | Listed for sale | $155,000+121.4%$97/sqft |
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| 11/19/2009 | Sold | $70,000-17.6%$44/sqft |
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| 7/29/2008 | Listing removed | $84,900$53/sqft |
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| 2/26/2008 | Listed for sale | $84,900$53/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,104 | $99,600 +6.4% |
| 2024 | -- | $93,600 +49% |
| 2021 | $1,086 | $62,800 +16.1% |
| 2020 | $1,086 +3.6% | $54,100 +12.5% |
| 2019 | $1,049 | $48,100 +23% |
| 2018 | -- | $39,100 +13% |
| 2017 | $1,033 | $34,600 +3.6% |
| 2016 | $1,033 | $33,400 |
| 2015 | $1,033 +7.5% | $33,400 +13.6% |
| 2013 | $961 | $29,400 -3.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $30,600 -11.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $34,500 -9.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $38,100 -18.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $46,600 +43.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $32,535 +3.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $31,375 +3.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $30,373 +6.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $28,596 +3.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $27,710 |
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Neighborhood: John Ball Park
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