Nestled in the heart of Eastown, this beautifully updated home blends classic charm with thoughtful, modern upgrades. Step into a welcoming living room featuring a large bay window that fills the space with natural light. The kitchen and dining area, perfectly positioned at the center of the home, offer an inviting space for entertaining or quiet family meals. The main level also features a convenient half bath and a spacious enclosed front porch. Upstairs, you'll find three bright bedrooms and an updated full bathroom with laundry. The recently (Nov. 2024) spray-foamed attic provides excellent potential for future finished space. Outdoors, enjoy a private fenced deck and cozy fire pit area, ideal for relaxation or gatherings. Just a short stroll to Eastown and Gaslight Village, with easyaccess to downtown Grand Rapids and multiple city parks. Updates include new central air installed in March 2024 and fresh wood laminate flooring in one of the bedrooms. Join us for an Open House on Saturday, 11/16, at 11:00 am and see this Eastown charmer for yourself!
This property is $69.1K more than the Median Sold Price and $39/SqFt more than other homes in Grand Rapids, MI.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: Greater Regional Alliance of REALTORS®
MLS Number: #65024059455
Listing Office:
Office Name: ReSIDE Grand Rapids
Office Phone: (616) 419-9637
Listing Agent: Kyle Visser
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Campus Elementary School
710 Benjamin Ave SE
Distance between this listing and this school0.29 miles
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Wealthy School
1961 Lake Dr SE
Distance between this listing and this school0.67 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
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William C Abney Academy Elementary School
1435 Fulton St E
Distance between this listing and this school0.77 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-6
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Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
645 Logan St SE
Distance between this listing and this school1.00 miles
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River City Scholars Charter Academy
944 Evergreen St SE
Distance between this listing and this school1.30 miles
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East Grand Rapids Middle School
2425 Lake Dr SE
Distance between this listing and this school1.30 miles
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East Grand Rapids High School
2211 Lake Dr SE
Distance between this listing and this school0.96 miles
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Grand Rapids Learning Center
435 Fulton St E # 110
Distance between this listing and this school1.52 miles
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Grand Rapids Montessori Academy
159 College Ave NE
Distance between this listing and this school1.60 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $29,940. Typical income of Grand Rapids, MI residents is less than $35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 536 Ethel Ave SE
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 536 Ethel Ave SE property is $379,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 536 Ethel Ave SE is a house located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49506.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 536 Ethel Ave SE is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $2,276 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on September 23, 2013 for $137,900. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 536 Ethel Ave SE has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 536 Ethel Ave SE is 1,392 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 536 Ethel Ave SE is 1910.
This home is located at 536 Ethel Ave SE in Grand Rapids, MI and zip code 49506 in the Eastown neighborhood. This 1,392 square foot home, which was built in 1910, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 14, 2024 and is currently priced at $379,000.
In October 2024, from all listings sold in Grand Rapids, MI there were more than 114 sold above asking price, over 124 sold below and more than 62 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Grand Rapids, MI increased by 8.6% between September 2024 and October 2024. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 20 days, the median list price was $309,869.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.