Highlights include modern conveniences paired beautifully with preserved historic charm throughout the home. Main floor features an open concept feel with tons of natural light, stunning chandeliers, stained glass accents, custom trim, formal room with fireplace, dining room, office space, main floor laundry, full bath, newer kitchen cabinets, center island, and convenient butler's stairs. Upstairs houses another full bath with shower and separate tub, 4 bedrooms including the spacious primary suite with deep walk-in closet, accent lighting, wood floors, and abundant character. An additional bonus room and unfinished attic offers ample storage space or additional room to expand. Enjoy gorgeous views and timeless architectural details that make this home truly one of a kind.
The location is unbeatable - close distance to restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques in the Cherry and Wealthy business districts. Call to schedule your showing today!
Pending
Price cut: $10K (6/18)
$339,900
254 James Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
4beds
2,160sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$2,397/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$330,000 Zestimate®
$157/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Center islandModern conveniencesOffice spaceTimeless architectural detailsCustom trimTons of natural lightWood floors
- 64 days |
- 1,234 |
- 108 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Timothy J Bowditch 616-706-2092,
Cornerstone Home Group 616-341-7231
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26025196
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,160
- Total interior livable area: 2,160 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 49 x 132
Details
- Parcel number: 411430477014
- Zoning description: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Grand Rapids
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $157/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $67,641
- Annual tax amount: $2,204
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,MSHDA,Conventional
Estimated market value
$330,000
$314,000 - $347,000
$2,667/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2026 | Pending sale | $339,900$157/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Price change | $339,900-2.9%$157/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26025196 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,900+112.1%$162/sqft |
Source: MichRIC #26025196 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2004 | Sold | $165,000+120%$76/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2004 | Sold | $75,000$35/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,151 | $203,400 +21.8% |
| 2024 | -- | $167,000 +36.1% |
| 2021 | $1,910 | $122,700 +10.5% |
| 2020 | $1,910 +3.6% | $111,000 +12.1% |
| 2019 | $1,845 | $99,000 +17.4% |
| 2018 | -- | $84,300 +15% |
| 2017 | $1,817 | $73,300 +12.9% |
| 2016 | $1,817 | $64,900 |
| 2015 | $1,817 +7.5% | $64,900 -15.9% |
| 2013 | $1,690 | $77,200 +11.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $69,200 -1.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $70,400 -0.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $70,800 +36.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $51,800 +13% |
| 2006 | -- | $45,847 +3.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $44,212 +3.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $42,800 +116.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $19,763 +3.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $19,151 |
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Neighborhood: East Hills
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Martin Luther King Leadership AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Innovation Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Grand Rapids University Preparatory AcademyGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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