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$249,900

856 Lafayette Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

3beds

2baths

1,573sqft

$1,950/mo

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2 to 4 Units

Built in 1880

-- sqft lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$159/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Rear deckCovered front porchWood flooringKitchen with white cabinetry

This Grand Rapids duplex offers two distinct units, each with its own kitchen, living area, and full bath. The upper unit has 1 bedroom and 1 full bath. You are welcomed by a bright living area, wood flooring, and a kitchen with white cabinetry. The unit is currently vacant, with estimated market rent of approximately $1,245 per month. The lower unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. This unit includes separate living area, kitchen with white cabinetry, and two bedrooms. The unit is currently rented for $1,300 per month. A covered front porch, rear deck, and basement storage add to the property's appeal. At the estimated market rent for the upper unit, combined rent would be approximately $2,545 per month.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2

Heating

Baseboard

Features

Basement: Full

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,573 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Gravel

Lot

Size: 6,098 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 125
Features: Sidewalk

Details

Parcel number: 411419183003
Zoning description: N/A

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Property subtype: 2 to 4 Units

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Roof: Composition

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1880

Utilities & green energy

Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Grand Rapids

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $159/sqft
Tax assessed value: $30,532
Annual tax amount: $1,536
Date on market: 10/21/2026
Listing terms: VA Loan,FHA,Cash,Conventional
Tenant pays: Electricity, Water, Sewer, Gas
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

$1,331/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/21/2026	Listed for sale	$249,900+420.9%$159/sqft
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10/13/2016	Listing removed	$800+23.1%$1/sqft
Source: Roe Rentals Report a problem
3/6/2015	Listing removed	$650
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2/19/2015	Price change	$650+4%
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2/13/2015	Listed for rent	$625
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4/8/2014	Listing removed	$625
Source: Roe Rentals Report a problem
3/13/2014	Listed for rent	$625
Source: Roe Rentals Report a problem
3/29/2013	Listing removed	$625
Source: Roe Rentals Report a problem
2/6/2013	Price change	$625+5%
Source: Roe Rentals Report a problem
12/15/2012	Price change	$595+8.2%
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10/7/2012	Listed for rent	$550
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1/26/2004	Sold	$47,977$31/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	$1,535 +2.7%	$103,800 +14.3%
2025	$1,495	$90,800 +15.7%
2024	--	$78,500 +46.2%
2021	$1,308	$53,700 +10.3%
2020	$1,308 +3.2%	$48,700 +18.2%
2019	$1,268	$41,200 +23.7%
2018	--	$33,300 +26.6%
2017	$1,243	$26,300 +9.6%
2016	$1,243	$24,000
2015	$1,243 +5%	$24,000 +2.1%
2013	$1,184	$23,500 -26.8%
2011	--	$32,100 -8.5%
2010	--	$35,100 -11.6%
2009	--	$39,700 -11.8%
2007	--	$45,000 +1.7%
2006	--	$44,240 +3.7%
2005	--	$42,662 +3.3%
2004	--	$41,300 +44%
2002	--	$28,689 +3.2%
2001	--	$27,800