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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,250 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 20 hours ago

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1832 Observatory Avenue SE,Grand Rapids, MI 49546

1832 Observatory Avenue SEGrand RapidsMI49546

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Lovely brick ranch home in Forest Hills Northern schools on a quiet street of well-maintained homes close to Calvin University. Spacious living room with a large bay window, open plan kitchen with stainless appliances, solid surface countertops and soft-closing doors and drawers; dining area and family room with slider to a patio and tree-lined back yard. Primary bedroom with shared access to full bathroom; a second bedroom; and laundry room on the main level. Lower level family/recreation room, bedroom, utilities and storage. Newer updates including kitchen and bathroom upgrades, flooring and Pella windows.

Full Property Details for 1832 Observatory Ave SE

General

  • Price: $429,900
  • Taxes: $5,223
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: SWMRIC_MLS
  • MLS ID: 26006059
  • Updated: 2/19/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 7
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Wood Burning, Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached

Location

  • County: Kent
  • Cross Streets: Burton
  • Driving Directions: Beltline to Burton, East to Observatory, North to home.

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Phone Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, High-Speed Internet

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • Windows: Screens, Replacement, Window Treatments
  • Stories/Levels: 1
  • Square Feet: 2,250
  • Living Area: 2,250 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1972

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,193
  • Lot Dimensions: 75 x 136
  • Frontage: Paved
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Zoning: Res

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $5,223
  • Terms: Cash, FHA, VA Loan, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: LOT 20 * COLLEGE HEIGHTS PLAT
  • Property ID: 41-18-02-452-004

Listed by Five Star Real Estate (Grandv), David M VanderWoude

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Schools serving 1832 Observatory Ave SE

School District:Forest Hills Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Collins Elementary School, Grand Rapids, MI
4368 Heather Lane Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
K-42.3 mi
Northern Hills Middle School
3775 Leonard Street Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
7-84.2 mi
Northern High School
3801 Leonard Street Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
9-123.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 1832 Observatory Ave SE Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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2/19/2026
Listed
$429,900
4.34%
MLS
8/28/2025
Sold
$412,000
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Tax History for 1832 Observatory Ave SE

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$4,632
—
$186,200
11%
2023
$4,632
20%
$167,400
13%
2019
$3,858
—
$148,300
16%
2019
$3,858
—
$128,100
21%
2019
$3,858
—
$105,900
3%
2019
$3,858
—
$102,500
3%
2019
$3,858
36%
$99,700
6%
2016
$2,834
-49%
$94,200
1%
2017
$5,508
97%
$93,300
14%
2015
$2,802
—
$81,700
4%
2015
$2,802
2%
$78,400
4%
2014
$2,758
5%
$75,400
2%
2012
$2,618
—
$73,700
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1832 Observatory Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (MLS# 26006059) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1832 Observatory Avenue SE is currently listed for $429,900 and was received on February 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 1832 Observatory Avenue SE? 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.

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