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Property Description
A rare architectural treasure that beautifully blends vintage charm with modern comfort! This Mid-Century Modern gem, designed by renowned architect Alexander McColl in 1954, feels like a private treehouse nestled on a serene half-acre wooded lot just minutes from Downtown Grand Rapids. The open floor plan and expansive windows create a seamless indoor-outdoor connection, making it ideal for entertaining. Gleaming hardwood floors extend throughout. Built-in cupboards, drawers, and closets provide abundant storage, while a separate studio/workshop tucked behind the garage offers creative space or additional storage. The main floor consists of a bedroom or home office, full bathroom, open living room and dining area, kitchen, and laundry area. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and a full bath. The walkout basement showcases its original matched-grain walnut veneer paneling, a second fireplace, a kitchenette/bar, and a hidden half bath lined with authentic 1950s New Yorker magazine coversa playful retro touch. Outside, enjoy a private wooded yard featuring a large deck, multiple patios with integrated seating, and a fenced backyard. The professionally designed front gardens boast 10 irrigated beds, perfect for any gardener's dream. Home warranty included. Schedule your private showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1440 Holborn Dr NW
General
- Sold For: $440,000
- Taxes: $5,435
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SWMRIC_MLS
- MLS ID: 25042225
- Added to Site: 150 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Garage Door Opener, Eat-in Kitchen
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log, Living Room, Recreation Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Recreation Room
- Appliances: Built-In Gas Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached
Location
- Area: Grand Rapids - G
- County: Kent
- Cross Streets: near Richmond & Walker
- Driving Directions: From Walker & Leonard, take Walker ave north to Derby, left on Derby and then left on Holborn to house on left.
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Attic Fan, Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,912
- Living Area: 2,912 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1951
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.49
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 21,440
- Lot Features: Wooded
- Zoning: res
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,435
- Terms: Cash, FHA, VA Loan, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: LOTS 168 & 169 & SELY 14 FT OF LOT 167 EX WLY 10 FT FOR HWY* HIGHLAND HILLS NO. 1
- Property ID: 41-13-15-405-008
Listed by RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH), Kelley Rahilly
Sold by Grand River Realty, Scott Rider
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Schools
Schools serving 1440 Holborn Dr NW
School District:Grand Rapids Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Westwood Middle School 1525 Mount Mercy Drive Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Union High School, Grand Rapids, MI 1800 Tremont Boulevard Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 | 9-12 | 1.2 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 1440 Holborn Dr NW
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/07/2025
Sold
$440,000
-2.2%
MLS
9/16/2025
Price Reduced
$449,900
-1.12%
MLS
9/06/2025
Price Reduced
$455,000
-2.15%
MLS
8/20/2025
Listed
$465,000
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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.
Home Warranty : Included
1440 Holborn Drive NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 (MLS# 25042225) is a Single Family property that was sold at $440,000 on November 07, 2025. Want to learn more about 1440 Holborn Drive NW? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Grand Rapids? You can browse all Grand Rapids real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

