238 Richards Avenue SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 - Photo 1

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$260,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,548 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Must-see remodeled home in Grand Rapids! This charming 3-bedroom home beautifully blends historic character with modern upgrades. Step inside to find gorgeous antique hardwood floors and a spacious main level featuring a large living room, dining room, and sunroom-perfect for comfortable living and entertaining. The kitchen and bathrooms have been thoughtfully remodeled with stylish new laminate countertops, a sleek subway tile backsplash, and updated fixtures. New roof in 2018. Replacement windows throughout the home provide efficiency while preserving its timeless American traditional architecture. Enjoy outdoor living on the serene back patio, ideal for both relaxing and hosting guests. Located in a quiet, classic downtown neighborhood, this home offers unbeatable walkability-just steps from the John Ball Park/Zoo and the beloved Westside of Grand Rapids. Tall, clean basement perfect for storage. Garage access off of alley has room next to it for a potential parking spot.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 238 Richards Ave SW

General

Sold For: $260,000
Taxes: $2,674
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: SWMRIC_MLS
MLS ID: 25049537
Added to Site: 94 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 9
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Broadband, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached

Location

Area: Grand Rapids - G
County: Kent
Cross Streets: Park St
Driving Directions: Take Lake Michigan from 196 W to Fulton. Turn right on Valley, right on Park st, left on Richards Ave and the home will be on your left.

Heating & Cooling

Heating Type: Radiant

Utilities

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

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Construction: Brick, Wood Siding
Basement: Yes
Roof: Shingle
Stories/Levels: 2
Square Feet: 1,548
Living Area: 1,548 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1930

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,008
Frontage: Paved
Lot Features: Level, Sidewalk
Zoning: Res

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $2,674.63
Terms: Cash, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

Legal Description: LOT 5* WEST PARK ADDITION
Property ID: 41-13-26-378-011

Listed by Icon Realty Group LLC, Mark A DeSatterlee
Sold by Five Star Real Estate (Main), Don Phelan

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Schools

Schools serving 238 Richards Ave SW

School District:Grand Rapids Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Shawmut Hills School 2550 Burritt Street Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49504	K-6	1.8 mi
Westwood Middle School 1525 Mount Mercy Drive Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49504	6-8	1.1 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 238 Richards Ave SW

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/12/2025

Sold

$260,000

0.04%

MLS

9/26/2025

Listed

$259,900

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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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238 Richards Avenue SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 (MLS# 25049537) is a Single Family property that was sold at $260,000 on November 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 238 Richards Avenue SW? 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.

238 Richards Ave SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504