457 James Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 - Photo 1

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$318,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1,358 Sq. Ft.
Updated 5 days ago

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Property Description

Located just one block south of Wealthy Street and minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, this move-in ready home offers convenient access to restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, parks, and entertainment in one of the city's most popular areas. Inside, the updated kitchen features quartz countertops, tall custom cabinetry, premium appliances, and a built-in beverage fridge, creating a functional and stylish space for daily living and entertaining. The renovated bathroom includes quartz surfaces, a glass-enclosed rainfall shower, and modern finishes throughout. Numerous major updates have already been completed, including central A/C, a high-efficiency furnace, newer water heater, improved insulation, updated water and sewer lines, plus newer windows, siding, and roof--providing added peace of mind for the next owner. Outside, enjoy the low-maintenance composite front porch and a location that offers quick access to downtown Grand Rapids, local amenities, and major commuter routes.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 457 James Ave SE

General

Sold For: $318,000
Taxes: $3,342
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: SWMRIC_MLS
MLS ID: 26016569
Added to Site: 75 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 6
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Broadband
Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Parking

Attached garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached

Location

County: Kent
Cross Streets: Logan and James
Driving Directions: Wealthy street to south on James to property

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

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

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Construction: Other
Basement: Yes
Roof: Asphalt, Composition, Mixed
Stories/Levels: 2
Square Feet: 1,358
Living Area: 1,358 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1900

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,269
Frontage: Paved
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sidewalk
Zoning: Res

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $3,342
Terms: Cash, FHA, VA Loan, MSHDA, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

Legal Description: LOT 55* DORAN S ASSESSOR S PLAT NO 4* OF PART OF BLKS 1, 2 & 4 OF REMINGTON S ADD
Property ID: 41-14-31-226-031

Listed by City2Shore Gateway Group, Geoffrey Brown
Sold by Five Star Real Estate (Ada), Megan Tefft

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Schools

Schools serving 457 James Ave SE

School District:Grand Rapids Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Martin Luther King Leadership Academy 645 Logan Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49503	PK-8	0 mi
John Ball Park Zoo School 1300 Fulton Street West, Grand Rapids, MI 49504	6-	2.5 mi
Center For Economicology 1720 Plainfield Avenue Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49505	6-	2.7 mi
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy 512 Division Avenue South, Grand Rapids, MI 49503	6-12	0.7 mi
Alger Middle School 921 Alger Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49507	6-8	2.3 mi
City High Middle School 1720 Plainfield Avenue Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49505	7-12	2.7 mi
Innovation Central High School 421 Fountain Street Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49503	9-12	0.9 mi
Ottawa Hills High School 2055 Rosewood Avenue Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49506	9-12	2.4 mi
Blandford Nature Center 3143 Milo Street Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49534	6-	5.4 mi

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

Price & Sales History for 457 James Ave SE

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/01/2026

Sold

$318,000

-2.12%

MLS

5/07/2026

Price Reduced

$324,900

-4.41%

MLS

4/29/2026

Price Reduced

$339,900

-2.86%

MLS

4/23/2026

Listed

$349,900

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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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