8261 Merton Avenue SW, Byron Center, MI 49315 - Photo 1

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$400,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
3 Full Baths
2,473 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Meticulously maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in the heart of Downtown Byron Center! Just a short walk from Kent Trails, Bicentennial Park (with its stunning pickleball courts), the local library, and a variety of popular restaurants, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Inside, the main floor features a spacious living and dining area filled with natural light and warmed by a cozy gas fireplace. You'll also find a main-floor laundry, bedroom and full bathroom, offering flexible living arrangements. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms and another bathroom provide a private retreat for guests. The recently finished basement (with in-floor radiant heat!) adds even more living space, complete with a legal fourth bedroom, a third full bathroom and a stylish wet bar - ideal for entertaining or relaxing. Outside, the oversized garage and nearly half-acre lot offer ample space for outdoor activities, storage, or future projects. Last but certainly not least, enjoy the screened porch - perfect for morning coffee, evening relaxation, or enjoying Michigan's beautiful seasons without the bugs. Don't miss your chance to own this move-in ready gem in the heart of a vibrant, walkable community!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 8261 Merton Ave SW

General

Sold For: $400,000
Taxes: $3,203
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: SWMRIC_MLS
MLS ID: 25040689
Added to Site: 159 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 8
Interior Features: Garage Door Opener, Wet Bar
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Gas Log, Living Room, Gas Log, Living Room
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Detached

Location

Area: Grand Rapids - G
County: Kent
Cross Streets: Sherwood St SW
Driving Directions: Byron Center Ave SW to West on 84th St SW. North on Merton Ave SW. Home is on the West.

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Forced Air, Radiant

Utilities

Sewer: Public
Water: Public, Well
Well: Yes

Structural Information

Construction: Vinyl Siding
Basement: Yes
Roof: Composition
Stories/Levels: 2
Square Feet: 2,473
Living Area: 2,473 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1978

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.43
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 18,557
Frontage: Paved
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: Res-Improved

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $3,203.21
Terms: Cash, FHA, VA Loan, MSHDA, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

Legal Description: N 90 FT OF LOT 10 * HOMER COOPER PLAT
Property ID: 41-21-16-476-013

Listed by Key Realty, Shelby T Steenstra and Leah M Boyd
Sold by Five Star Real Estate (Main), Timothy D Wright

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Schools

Schools serving 8261 Merton Ave SW

School District:Byron Center Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Brown Elementary School, Byron Center, MI 8064 Byron Center Avenue Southwest, Byron Center, MI 49315	PK-4	0.4 mi
Robert L. Nickels Intermediate School 8638 Byron Center Avenue Southwest, Byron Center, MI 49315	4-6	0.7 mi
Byron Center West Middle School 8654 Homerich Avenue Southwest, Byron Center, MI 49315	6-9	1.4 mi
Byron Center High School 8500 Burlingame Avenue Southwest, Byron Center, MI 49315	9-12	1.3 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 8261 Merton Ave SW

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/04/2025

Sold

$400,000

3.9%

MLS

8/12/2025

Listed

$385,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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8261 Merton Ave SW Byron Center, MI 49315