Step into timeless elegance with this beautiful turn-of-the-century Victorian home located in the highly sought-after Heritage Hill District. Rich in historic charm and character, this residence features ornate crown moldings, original hardwood floors, and a staircase that showcases the craftsmanship of a bygone era. Inside, you'll find a formal dining room perfect for entertaining, a cozy living room with a fireplace, and a 4-season room filled with natural light thanks to its abundance of windows. The kitchen and full upstairs bath offer the added comfort of heated floors, blending modern convenience with classic style. Enjoy morning coffee on the welcoming front porch or host gatherings on the private backyard patio. The oversized two-stall garage provides ample storage and parking, and the home is equipped with a new boiler system installed in 2022 for efficient heating. Located on a charming, walkable street with sidewalks and just down from the iconic Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Meyer May House, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Grand Rapids history in one of its most desirable neighborhoods.
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$575,000
554 Madison Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
4beds
3,386sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$593,900 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$3,125 Estimated rent
Home value
$593,900
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Turn-of-the-century victorian homeOversized two-stall garageOrnate crown moldingsPrivate backyard patioWelcoming front porchFormal dining roomOriginal hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Todd J Fencil 616-581-1041,
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (Stndl)
Bought with:
Kathleen N Wynsma, 6502119233
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 25021925
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiant
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Center Island
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,886
- Total interior livable area: 3,386 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 132
- Features: Sidewalk
Details
- Parcel number: 411431205013
- Zoning description: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle,Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: 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: $170/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $265,031
- Annual tax amount: $8,657
- Date on market: 5/15/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/3/2025 | Sold | $575,000-4.2%$170/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Pending sale | $599,900$177/sqft |
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| 6/29/2025 | Price change | $599,900-4%$177/sqft |
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| 6/5/2025 | Price change | $624,900-3.8%$185/sqft |
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| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,900+57.9%$192/sqft |
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| 7/26/2019 | Sold | $411,500+8.3%$122/sqft |
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| 6/23/2019 | Pending sale | $379,900$112/sqft |
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| 6/21/2019 | Listed for sale | $379,900$112/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,658 | $350,200 +12.7% |
| 2024 | -- | $310,600 +32.1% |
| 2021 | $2,158 | $235,200 +5.7% |
| 2020 | $2,158 +3.6% | $222,600 +11.4% |
| 2019 | $2,084 | $199,800 +15.4% |
| 2018 | -- | $173,100 +9.2% |
| 2017 | $2,053 | $158,500 +4.6% |
| 2016 | $2,053 | $151,500 |
| 2015 | $2,053 +7.5% | $151,500 +10.7% |
| 2013 | $1,909 | $136,900 +2.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $133,700 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $139,900 -2.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $143,400 +15.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $124,500 +152.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $49,310 +3.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $47,551 +3.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $46,032 +6.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $43,337 +3.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $41,994 |
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Neighborhood: Heritage Hill
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