Pending

$249,900

853 Prospect Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

3beds

1,360sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1884

6,534 Square Feet Lot

$242,100 Zestimate^®

$184/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Beautiful terraced backyardGranite counter topsBrand new guttersCompletely updated kitchenMarble backsplashAll stainless appliancesDouble oven

Welcome to this 3 bedroom 1&1/2 bath home. Located in a great walkable neighborhood. The home is right near three city parks. Belknap Park, Coit Park, and Lookout Park are all within walking distance. The Medical Mile and all the downtown entertainment are just minutes away. Home features a completely updated kitchen with granite counter tops and marble backsplash, all stainless appliances, including a double oven and an island. There are new carpets and flooring throughout the home including the basement. All the replacement windows have quality custom blinds. All the mechanicals are newer and in great shape. The roof is also newer and has brand new gutters. There is a 2 car detached garage and a beautiful terraced backyard that is so quaint and parklike you really don't have to leave this property!!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 1

Heating

Forced Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Center Island
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Windows: Replacement, Window Treatments
Basement: Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,064
Total interior livable area: 1,360 sqft
Finished area below ground: 250

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 2
Exterior features: Balcony, Other

Lot

Size: 6,534 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 125
Features: Sidewalk, Shrubs/Hedges

Details

Parcel number: 411419183015
Zoning description: Residential

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: 1884

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Grand Rapids

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $184/sqft
Tax assessed value: $69,223
Annual tax amount: $2,400
Date on market: 7/15/2026
Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$242,100

$230,000 - $254,000

$2,118/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/19/2026	Pending sale	$249,900$184/sqft
Source: MichRIC #26035992 Report a problem
7/15/2026	Listed for sale	$249,900+38.9%$184/sqft
Source: MichRIC #26035992 Report a problem
6/1/2021	Sold	$179,900+12.4%$132/sqft
Source: MichRIC #21015302 Report a problem
10/24/2020	Listing removed	$159,999$118/sqft
Source: Century 21 Affiliated (GR) #20024697 Report a problem
6/29/2020	Listed for sale	$159,999+220%$118/sqft
Source: Century 21 Affiliated (GR) #20024697 Report a problem
12/29/2015	Sold	$50,000+100%$37/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/25/2014	Sold	$25,000+92.3%$18/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/8/2014	Sold	$13,000$10/sqft
Source: MichRIC #14016547 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,261	$93,900 +12.5%
2024	--	$83,500 +49.6%
2021	$1,710	$55,800 +13%
2020	$1,710 +3.2%	$49,400 +11.8%
2019	$1,658	$44,200 +20.8%
2018	--	$36,600 +109.1%
2017	$936	$17,500 -42.6%
2016	$936	$30,500
2015	$936 -42.9%	$30,500 -0.7%
2013	$1,639	$30,700 -11.5%
2011	--	$34,700 -8.7%
2010	--	$38,000 -11.6%
2009	--	$43,000 +74.1%
2007	--	$24,700 +58.5%
2006	--	$15,585 +3.7%
2005	--	$15,029 +3.3%
2004	--	$14,549 +6.2%
2002	--	$13,698 +3.2%
2001	--	$13,274

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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