Want the perks of downtown without the congestion? This charming and unexpectedly modern 2-bedroom, 2-bath home is tucked into a desirable northeast neighborhood. Inside, a crisp, contemporary feel makes everyday living easy and inviting. The spacious foyer welcomes guests, while the open-concept layout keeps conversations flowing from the kitchen to the living space, perfect for entertaining.
The main floor offers excellent functionality with a generously sized bedroom, full bath, and convenient laundry just off the living area. Upstairs, escape to your private primary suite featuring a beautifully updated bathroom and ample closet space. A Michigan basement provides great storage for items you'd rather keep out of sight.
Step outside to relax on the composite deck and enjoy the summer breeze. The oversized garage offers plenty of room for vehicles, storage, and more. All of this within walking distance to restaurants, parks, and schools, and just minutes from downtown. Offers will not be reviewed by seller prior to 1pm on Monday May 4th. Come see this today!
Sold
$281,000
1357 Penn Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
2beds
1,311sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1904
5,662 Square Feet Lot
$282,000 Zestimate®
$214/sqft
$1,969 Estimated rent
Home value
$282,000
$268,000 - $296,000
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Crisp contemporary feelComposite deckBeautifully updated bathroomAmple closet spacePrivate primary suiteGenerously sized bedroomOpen-concept layout
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Listed by:
Christian J Huyge 616-889-8800,
Polaris Real Estate LLC
Bought with:
Pamela S Merriman, 6501381067
616 Realty LLC
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26018867
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining room
- Description: Formal
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Bathroom, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Windows: Skylight(s), Screens, Replacement, Bay/Bow
- Basement: Michigan Basement,Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,311
- Total interior livable area: 1,311 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 5,662 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 43 x 127
- Features: Level, Sidewalk, Shrubs/Hedges
Details
- Parcel number: 411418478016
- Zoning description: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1904
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Grand Rapids
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $214/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $68,650
- Annual tax amount: $2,236
- Date on market: 4/30/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Sold | $281,000+4.1%$214/sqft |
Source:  MichRIC #26018867 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Pending sale | $270,000$206/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26018867 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $270,000+92.9%$206/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26018867 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2018 | Sold | $140,000+16.8%$107/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2018 | Listed for sale | $119,900+60.9%$91/sqft |
Source: 616 Realty LLC #18015485 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2010 | Sold | $74,500$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2010 | Price change | $74,500-6.3%$57/sqft |
Source: Grand Rapids Market Center East #783963 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2009 | Price change | $79,500-5.9%$61/sqft |
Source: Grand Rapids Market Center East #783963 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2009 | Listed for sale | $84,500-15.5%$64/sqft |
Source: Jon Jackson #766680 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2006 | Sold | $100,000$76/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,184 | $104,200 +13.3% |
| 2024 | -- | $92,000 +40.2% |
| 2021 | $1,939 | $65,600 +12.7% |
| 2020 | $1,939 +52.1% | $58,200 +5.6% |
| 2019 | $1,275 | $55,100 +17.7% |
| 2018 | -- | $46,800 +12% |
| 2017 | $1,256 | $41,800 +13.9% |
| 2016 | $1,256 | $36,700 |
| 2015 | $1,256 +7.5% | $36,700 +5.5% |
| 2013 | $1,168 | $34,800 +0.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $34,700 -10.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $38,700 -11.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $43,700 -22.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $56,500 -2.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $58,200 +33.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $43,586 +3.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $42,194 +6.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $39,724 +3.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $38,493 |
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Neighborhood: Creston
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