Set in one of Grand Rapids' most sought-after neighborhoods, this charming home places you in the heart of the city with exceptional walkability to local restaurants, a brewery, coffee and ice cream shops, the library, hardware store, schools, and parks. Recently installed vinyl windows bring added efficiency and peace of mind, while the seller is also offering an allowance for a brand-new furnace—an incredible opportunity to enjoy a character-filled home with valuable updates at an unbeatable price. Step inside to a spacious, light-filled living room where original hardwood floors, coved ceilings, and a striking fireplace with a classic mantel create an inviting first impression. Large windows fill the room with natural light, while a convenient coat closet just inside the front door adds everyday functionality. The living room flows naturally into the clean, modern kitchen, featuring hardwood flooring, sleek updated cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. Nearby, the charming dining area is anchored by a built-in corner hutch that adds both character and useful storage. The bedrooms are generously sized, with beautiful flooring and abundant natural light creating comfortable, welcoming retreats. The refreshed bathroom complements the home's timeless appeal with an updated tub/shower, vanity, toilet, and tile flooring. Downstairs, the unfinished basement offers excellent storage and a blank canvas for a future family room, home office, gym, or additional living space. Just off the kitchen, a fantastic covered three-season porch provides an effortless extension of the home—a dry, comfortable place to enjoy morning coffee, relaxed dinners, or quiet evenings for several months of the year. Beyond the porch, the spacious backyard offers room to roam, gather around a firepit, play yard games, garden, or create an outdoor setting all your own. A detached one-stall garage completes the property. With its original character, thoughtful updates, flexible living spaces, and an unbeatable location close to everything that makes city living so desirable, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Come experience the warmth, convenience, and potential of a home that places you right in the center of it all. Seller is offering a $4100 allowance for furnace replacement at close. Furnace is still in working condition and has been recently inspected but is past its life expectancy.
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Price cut: $2K (10/10)
$257,900
823 Alger St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
2beds
870sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$255,400 Zestimate®
$296/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached one-stall garageCoved ceilingsRecently installed vinyl windowsFantastic covered three-season porchCharming dining areaClean modern kitchenOriginal hardwood floors
- 24 days
- 1,316
- 144
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lindsay J VanDuinen-Scully 616-516-1684,
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (Grandville) 616-957-0700
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26049476
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Dining area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Screens, Replacement
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 870
- Total interior livable area: 870 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Privacy
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45 x 139
- Features: Level, Sidewalk, Wooded, Ground Cover
Details
- Parcel number: 411808155020
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Grand Rapids
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $296/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $85,250
- Annual tax amount: $3,000
- Date on market: 9/17/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,MSHDA,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$255,400
$243,000 - $268,000
$1,591/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2026 | Price change | $257,900-0.8%$296/sqft |
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| 9/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,900-5.5%$299/sqft |
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| 9/5/2026 | Listing removed | $275,000$316/sqft |
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| 7/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000+51.1%$316/sqft |
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| 9/9/2021 | Sold | $182,000+13.8%$209/sqft |
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| 3/22/2021 | Sold | $160,000-5.9%$184/sqft |
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| 3/9/2021 | Pending sale | $170,000$195/sqft |
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| 3/4/2021 | Listed for sale | $170,000+17.2%$195/sqft |
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| 7/10/2019 | Sold | $145,000+68.6%$167/sqft |
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| 8/7/2006 | Sold | $86,000+1.2%$99/sqft |
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| 7/29/2004 | Sold | $85,000$98/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,852 +2.4% | $114,900 +8.2% |
| 2025 | $2,785 | $106,200 +6.1% |
| 2024 | -- | $100,100 +47.2% |
| 2021 | $2,022 | $68,000 +13% |
| 2020 | $2,022 +57.1% | $60,200 +9.5% |
| 2019 | $1,288 | $55,000 +7% |
| 2018 | -- | $51,400 +12.2% |
| 2017 | $1,269 | $45,800 +7% |
| 2016 | $1,269 | $42,800 |
| 2015 | $1,269 +7.5% | $42,800 +23.3% |
| 2013 | $1,180 | $34,700 -12.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $39,800 -0.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $39,900 -11.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $45,000 -6.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $48,000 -2% |
| 2006 | -- | $49,000 +0.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $48,654 +3.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $47,100 +48.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $31,710 +3.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $30,727 |
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