$299,000
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
MLS# 26017434
4 beds | 3 baths | 1396 sqft
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Property Description
Welcome to 648 Lafayette Avenue NE - a Grand Rapids gem bursting with original character and endless potential. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath single-family home with an in-law suite style basement, offers approx. 1,780 sq ft of living space in one of the city's most desirable historic neighborhoods. Step inside to discover beautiful hardwood floors, an open oak staircase, abundant natural light throughout. The thoughtful layout features spacious rooms perfect for comfortable living and entertaining. Enjoy the convenience of the front porch - ideal for morning coffee, evening relaxation. This home retains its timeless appeal while offering a solid foundation for your personal updates and vision. Located in the heart of Belknap Lookout, you're just minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, vibrant restaurants, shops, parks, and all the amenities the city has to offer. Whether you're looking for a homestead or an investment opportunity with strong rental potential, this could be for you!
Details
Location & Property Info
Cross Streets: Fairbanks
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Municipality: City of Grand Rapids
Office/Contract Info
Auction or For Sale: For Sale
List Price/SqFt: 214.18
General Property Info
New Construction: No
Lot Dimensions: 43x74
Road Frontage: 43
Garage Y/N: No
Waterfront: No
Income Property: Yes
Basement: Yes
Total Rooms AG: 3
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 1776
SqFt Above Grade: 1396
Below Grade Finished SqFt: 380
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt: 204
Building Total SqFt: 1980
Total Beds Above Grade: 3
Main Level Primary: No
Stories: 2
School District: Grand Rapids
Association YN: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 0.07
Lot Square Footage: 3180
Year Built: 1920
Total Bedrooms: 4
Full Baths: 2
Half Baths: 1
Total Baths: 3
Tax Info
Taxable Value: 97865
SEV: 127000
For Tax Year: 2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 5097
Tax Year: 2025
Homestead %: 0
Spec Assessment & Type: N/A
Zoning: Res
Tax ID #: 41-14-19-334-001
Remarks & Misc
Public Remarks: Welcome to 648 Lafayette Avenue NE - a Grand Rapids gem bursting with original character and endless potential. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath single-family home with an in-law suite style basement, offers approx. 1,780 sq ft of living space in one of the city's most desirable historic neighborhoods.
Step inside to discover beautiful hardwood floors, an open oak staircase, abundant natural light throughout. The thoughtful layout features spacious rooms perfect for comfortable living and entertaining. Enjoy the convenience of the front porch - ideal for morning coffee, evening relaxation.
This home retains its timeless appeal while offering a solid foundation for your personal updates and vision. Located in the heart of Belknap Lookout, you're just minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, vibrant restaurants, shops, parks, and all the amenities the city has to offer. Whether you're looking for a homestead or an investment opportunity with strong rental potential, this could be for you!
Legal: N 43 FT OF W 74 FT OF LOT 58* SWEETS SUBDIVISION
Lot Description
Corner Lot: 1
Street Type
Public: 1
Utilities Attached
Natural Gas Connected: 1
Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Water
Public: 1
Terms Available
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
FHA: 1
MSHDA: 1
VA Loan: 1
Laundry Features
In Kitchen: 1
Laundry Closet: 1
Exterior Material
Vinyl Siding: 1
Wood Siding: 1
Heat Source
Natural Gas: 1
Sale Conditions
None: 1
Heat Type
Forced Air: 1
Air Conditioning
Central Air: 1
Access Feat
Accessibility Features: No
Upper Rooms
Upper Bedrooms: 3
Upper Full Baths: 1
Upper Level Square Feet: 664
Total Baths Above Grade: 2
Main Rooms
Main Half Baths: 1
Main Level SQFT: 732
Lower Rooms
Lower Finished SQFT: 0
Total Lower SQFT: 0
Basement Rooms
Basement Bedrooms: 1
Basement Full Baths: 1
Basement Finished SQFT: 380
Total Basement SQFT: 584
Substructure
Full: 1
Kitchen Features
Breakfast Nook: 1
Additional Items
Basement Finished: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Dryer: 1
Oven: 1
Range: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer: 1
Patio and Porch Features
Porch(es): 1
Architectural Style
Historic: 1
Traditional: 1
Possession
Close Of Escrow: 1
Location Property Info
County: Kent
Street #: 648
Street Name: Lafayette
Suffix: Avenue
Post Direction: NE
State: MI
Zip Code: 49503
Zip (4): 1660
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active
List Price: $299,000
Current Price: $299,000
Listing Date: 2026-04-23
Remarks Misc
Directions: Corner lot of Lafayette Ave NE & Fairbanks St. NE.
Property Features
Laundry Features: In Kitchen; Laundry Closet
Exterior Material: Vinyl Siding; Wood Siding
Substructure: Full
Lot Description: Corner Lot
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities Attached: Natural Gas Connected
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook
Additional Items: Basement Finished
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Oven; Range; Refrigerator; Washer
Heat Source: Natural Gas
Heat Type: Forced Air
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Patio and Porch Features: Porch(es)
Architectural Style: Historic; Traditional
Street Type: Public
Terms Available: Cash; Conventional; FHA; MSHDA; VA Loan
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Sale Conditions: None
Listing Office: Edison Brokers & Co LLC
Listing Agent: Grace A Modderman
Last Updated: June - 02 - 2026
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