Welcome to 956 College Ave NE in Grand Rapids, Michigan! This 4 bed, 1 bath home has been beautifully updated and is move-in ready. The main level features a spacious living area, dining space, kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bath. A custom-built kitchen bench adds charm and functionality, creating a more eat-in friendly space perfect for everyday living. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms offering flexibility for guests, a home office, or growing families. The unfinished basement provides a dedicated laundry area along with ample storage space. Enjoy the private backyard with off-street parking--ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located just minutes from highway access, parks, and Downtown Grand Rapids, this home offers both comfort and convenience. Schedule your showing today! Offers due by Tuesday 4/28/26 at 5pm
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$281,000
956 College Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
4beds
1,194sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$282,300 Zestimate®
$235/sqft
$1,984 Estimated rent
Home value
$282,300
$268,000 - $296,000
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Private backyardBeautifully updatedOff-street parkingDining spaceCustom-built kitchen benchEat-in friendly space
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Listed by:
Hannah J Gallagher 616-648-9107,
Best Homes of Michigan LLC
Bought with:
Jessica Villasenor, 6501447915
Five Star Real Estate (Main)
Nestor Vazquez, 6501401744
Source: MichRIC,MLS#: 26017600
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,194
- Total interior livable area: 1,194 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Wrought Iron
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66 x 132
- Features: Corner Lot, Sidewalk
Details
- Parcel number: 411419252001
- Zoning description: RES
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
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Grand Rapids
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $235/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $98,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,292
- Date on market: 4/23/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Sold | $281,000+6%$235/sqft |
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| 4/29/2026 | Pending sale | $265,000$222/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000$222/sqft |
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| 3/29/2024 | Sold | $265,000+10.5%$222/sqft |
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| 3/5/2024 | Pending sale | $239,900$201/sqft |
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| 3/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $239,900$201/sqft |
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| 2/13/2024 | Pending sale | $239,900$201/sqft |
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| 2/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $239,900+84.5%$201/sqft |
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| 12/8/2023 | Sold | $130,000+75.7%$109/sqft |
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| 6/5/2014 | Sold | $74,000+39.1%$62/sqft |
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| 2/6/2003 | Sold | $53,200$45/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,890 | $98,400 +14.7% |
| 2024 | -- | $85,800 +63.4% |
| 2021 | $1,217 | $52,500 +2.5% |
| 2020 | $1,217 +12.5% | $51,200 +13% |
| 2019 | $1,082 | $45,300 +10.8% |
| 2018 | -- | $40,900 +26.6% |
| 2017 | $1,066 | $32,300 +7.3% |
| 2016 | $1,066 | $30,100 |
| 2015 | $1,066 +7.5% | $30,100 +12.3% |
| 2013 | $992 | $26,800 -14.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $31,200 -13.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $35,900 -3.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $37,200 -18.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $45,600 +25.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $36,274 +3.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $34,980 +3.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $33,863 +6.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $31,880 +3.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $30,892 |
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Neighborhood: Highland Park
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