Motivated seller and a brand-new roof! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch in a desirable NE Grand Rapids neighborhood is now offered at $290,000 and ready for its next owner. The main floor features a bright living room, updated kitchen and dining area, and slider access to a spacious deck overlooking the large, fully fenced backyard. The full basement provides additional living space with a rec room and bar area, plus laundry and generous storage. Recent improvements include a brand-new roof, new furnace in 2024, and newer water heater, taking care of several major-ticket items for the next owner. Conveniently located near I-96, Plainfield Avenue, downtown Grand Rapids, parks, restaurants, shopping, and Knapp's Corner. With a motivated seller, major updates already completed, and a great location, this is an opportunity worth a second look!
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Price cut: $5K (10/22)
$285,000
1911 Benjamin Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
3beds
1,738sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$286,700 Zestimate®
$164/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large fully fenced backyardBrand-new roofGenerous storageDining areaUpdated kitchenSpacious deck
- 122 days
- 671
- 59
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jamie Krier 616-920-1942,
616Homes.com LLC 616-275-0123,
Mark Krier 616-275-0173,
616Homes.com LLC
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26034953
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 156.8
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 11.20
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 103.04
- Dimensions: 11.20 x 9.20
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 108.81
- Dimensions: 11.70 x 9.30
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 32.8
- Dimensions: 8.00 x 4.10
Dining area
- Level: Main
- Area: 166.8
- Dimensions: 13.90 x 12.00
Game room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 185.5
- Dimensions: 13.25 x 14.00
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 74.7
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 8.30
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 195.2
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 12.20
Other
- Description: Storage
- Area: 214.7
- Dimensions: 22.60 x 9.50
Recreation
- Level: Basement
- Area: 649.25
- Dimensions: 26.50 x 24.50
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 988
- Total interior livable area: 1,738 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 750
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 62 x 135
- Features: Sidewalk, Wooded, Shrubs/Hedges
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 411417201015
- Zoning description: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Grand Rapids
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $164/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $94,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,078
- Date on market: 8/31/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$286,700
$272,000 - $301,000
$2,128/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2026 | Price change | $285,000-1.7%$164/sqft |
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| 10/6/2026 | Price change | $290,000-3.3%$167/sqft |
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| 9/18/2026 | Price change | $299,900-1.7%$173/sqft |
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| 9/3/2026 | Price change | $305,000-1.6%$175/sqft |
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| 8/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $310,000$178/sqft |
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| 8/12/2026 | Pending sale | $310,000$178/sqft |
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| 7/30/2026 | Price change | $310,000-3.1%$178/sqft |
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| 7/16/2026 | Price change | $319,9000%$184/sqft |
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| 7/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $320,000+22.1%$184/sqft |
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| 4/22/2022 | Sold | $262,000+24.8%$151/sqft |
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| 3/29/2022 | Pending sale | $210,000$121/sqft |
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| 3/21/2022 | Listed for sale | $210,000+45.8%$121/sqft |
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| 8/8/2018 | Sold | $144,000+10.9%$83/sqft |
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| 7/3/2018 | Pending sale | $129,900$75/sqft |
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| 6/28/2018 | Listed for sale | $129,900+77.9%$75/sqft |
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| 11/19/2012 | Sold | $73,000+4.4%$42/sqft |
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| 9/16/2012 | Price change | $69,900-6.7%$40/sqft |
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| 8/31/2012 | Price change | $74,900-6.3%$43/sqft |
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| 7/26/2012 | Listed for sale | $79,900-6.1%$46/sqft |
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| 11/9/2011 | Sold | $85,086-21.9%$49/sqft |
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| 11/14/2006 | Sold | $108,900$63/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,078 +2.4% | $128,400 +19.6% |
| 2025 | $3,006 | $107,400 +8.4% |
| 2024 | -- | $99,100 +43.6% |
| 2021 | $2,065 | $69,000 +5.2% |
| 2020 | $2,065 +36.9% | $65,600 +11.8% |
| 2019 | $1,508 | $58,700 +9.3% |
| 2018 | -- | $53,700 +10.7% |
| 2017 | $1,486 | $48,500 +11.2% |
| 2016 | $1,486 | $43,600 |
| 2015 | $1,486 +7.5% | $43,600 +4.1% |
| 2013 | $1,382 | $41,900 +1.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $41,100 -4% |
| 2010 | -- | $42,800 -11.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $48,200 +6.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $45,100 |
| 2006 | -- | $45,100 +13.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $39,886 +3.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $38,612 +8.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $35,707 +3.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $34,600 |
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