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    • $279,900

    853 California St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

    4beds
    1,896sqft
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    $1,956/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1948
    5,227 Square Feet Lot
    $286,500 Zestimate®
    $148/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Spacious kitchen
    Location, space, and opportunity--all in one! This versatile 4-bedroom, 2-bath home puts you close to everything Grand Rapids has to offer. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown, with easy access to GVSU's downtown campus, GRCC, Kendall College of Art and Design, the Medical Mile, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Inside, you'll find a spacious kitchen, generous living areas, and a full basement offering abundant storage and space for a workshop, home gym, or future expansion. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard perfect for entertaining, pets, or simply unwinding. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or an investment opportunity with strong rental appeal, this property delivers flexibility, convenience, and lasting value.
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Nancy Martinez 616-204-1432,

    Bellabay Realty LLC 616-871-9200

    Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26030229MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 4
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 168
      • Dimensions: 12.00 x 14.00
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 88
      • Dimensions: 8.00 x 11.00
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 132
      • Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 112
      • Dimensions: 8.00 x 14.00
      Primary bathroom
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 2
      • Level: Basement
      Bonus room
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 198
      • Dimensions: 18.00 x 11.00
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 176
      • Dimensions: 16.00 x 11.00
      Laundry
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 121
      • Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 176
      • Dimensions: 16.00 x 11.00
      Other
      • Description: Rear entry Mudroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 117
      • Dimensions: 13.00 x 9.00
      Recreation
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 198
      • Dimensions: 11.00 x 18.00
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: In Basement
      Features
      • Flooring: Laminate
      • Basement: Full
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,190
      • Total interior livable area: 1,896 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 500

      Property

      Features
      • Stories: 1
      Lot
      • Size: 5,227 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 46 x 114
      • Features: Sidewalk
      Details
      • Parcel number: 411326278039
      • Zoning description: Res-Imp

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1948

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Grand Rapids

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $148/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $51,180
      • Annual tax amount: $2,642
      • Date on market: 6/18/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,MSHDA,Conventional
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $286,500

        $272,000 - $301,000

        $2,412/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/21/2026Pending sale$279,900$148/sqft
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        6/18/2026Listed for sale$279,900+3.7%$148/sqft
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        7/20/2025Listing removed$270,000$142/sqft
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        6/19/2025Price change$270,000-3.6%$142/sqft
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        5/29/2025Listed for sale$280,000+98.6%$148/sqft
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        3/31/2025Listing removed$2,300$1/sqft
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        3/17/2025Price change$2,300-2.1%$1/sqft
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        2/21/2025Listed for rent$2,350+4.4%$1/sqft
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        4/1/2024Listing removed--
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        3/21/2024Listed for rent$2,250+7.1%$1/sqft
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        5/19/2022Listing removed--
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        5/16/2022Listed for rent$2,100+0.2%$1/sqft
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        1/4/2022Listing removed--
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        12/31/2021Listed for rent$2,095+37.4%$1/sqft
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        1/12/2021Listing removed--
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        1/6/2021Listed for rent$1,525$1/sqft
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        11/21/2019Listing removed$1,525$1/sqft
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        11/4/2019Listed for rent$1,525+5.2%$1/sqft
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        3/26/2018Listing removed$1,450$1/sqft
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        3/14/2018Price change$1,450+3.9%$1/sqft
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        2/21/2018Price change$1,395-12.5%$1/sqft
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        1/30/2018Listed for rent$1,595$1/sqft
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        12/27/2017Sold$141,000-2.7%$74/sqft
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        10/16/2017Price change$144,900-1.4%$76/sqft
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        10/10/2017Listed for sale$146,900+20.4%$77/sqft
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        6/16/2016Sold$122,000+335.7%$64/sqft
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        1/21/2010Sold$28,000-3.4%$15/sqft
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        7/16/2008Sold$29,000-74.1%$15/sqft
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        12/5/2007Sold$111,885+1.7%$59/sqft
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        10/27/2006Sold$110,000$58/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,574 $110,200 +13.1%
        2024-- $97,400 +43%
        2021$2,251 $68,100 +16%
        2020$2,251 +3.2%$58,700 +12.7%
        2019$2,182 $52,100 +26.5%
        2018-- $41,200 +13.2%
        2017$1,580 $36,400 +16.3%
        2016$1,580 $31,300
        2015$1,580 +5%$31,300 +13%
        2013$1,505 $27,700 -5.1%
        2011-- $29,200 -10.7%
        2010-- $32,700 -10.7%
        2009-- $36,600 -23.3%
        2007-- $47,700 -2.1%
        2006-- $48,700 +5.7%
        2005-- $46,071 +3.3%
        2004-- $44,600 +27.1%
        2002-- $35,100 +9%
        2001-- $32,200
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Southwest

        Getting around

        85 / 100
        Very Walkable
        48 / 100
        Some Transit
        77 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating

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