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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,360 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 1 day ago
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Welcome to this 3 bedroom 1&1/2 bath home. Located in a great walkable neighborhood. The home is right near three city parks. Belknap Park, Coit Park, and Lookout Park are all within walking distance. The Medical Mile and all the downtown entertainment are just minutes away. Home features a completely updated kitchen with granite counter tops and marble backsplash, all stainless appliances, including a double oven and an island. There are new carpets and flooring throughout the home including the basement. All the replacement windows have quality custom blinds. All the mechanicals are newer and in great shape. The roof is also newer and has brand new gutters. There is a 2 car detached garage and a beautiful terraced backyard that is so quaint and parklike you really don't have to leave this property!!

Full Property Details for 853 Prospect Ave NE

General

  • Price: $249,900
  • Taxes: $2,400
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: SWMRIC_MLS
  • MLS ID: 26035992
  • Updated: 7/16/2026
  • Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 7
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener, Center Island
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Rooms

Bathrooms

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

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: In Basement

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Other

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached

Location

  • County: Kent
  • Cross Streets: Lafayette and Matilda
  • Driving Directions: Lafayette NE to Matilda, E to Prospect S to home

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • Windows: Replacement, Window Treatments
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Square Feet: 1,360
  • Living Area: 1,360 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1884

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,250
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 125
  • Frontage: Paved
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk
  • Zoning: Residential

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $2,400
  • Terms: Cash, FHA, VA Loan, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: LOT 5 BLK 9* W C BRADFORD S ADDITION
  • Property ID: 41-14-19-183-015

Listed by RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (Stndl), Timothy L Katerberg

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Schools serving 853 Prospect Ave NE

School District:Grand Rapids Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
East Leonard School
410 Barnett Street Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
K-50.3 mi
Center For Economicology
1720 Plainfield Avenue Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
6-1 mi
John Ball Park Zoo School
1300 Fulton Street West, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
6-2.2 mi
City High Middle School
1720 Plainfield Avenue Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
7-121 mi
Riverside Middle School, Grand Rapids, MI
265 Eleanor Street Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
6-81.7 mi
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy
512 Division Avenue South, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
6-121.8 mi
Innovation Central High School
421 Fountain Street Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
9-120.9 mi
Union High School, Grand Rapids, MI
1800 Tremont Boulevard Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
9-122.6 mi
Blandford Nature Center
3143 Milo Street Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49534
6-4.4 mi
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Price & Sales History for 853 Prospect Ave NE Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
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7/15/2026
Listed
$249,900
38.91%
MLS
6/01/2021
Sold
$179,900
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Tax History for 853 Prospect Ave NE

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,180
94%
$93,900
33%
2021
$1,126
—
$70,800
16%
2021
$1,126
-34%
$60,900
9%
2019
$1,710
—
$55,800
13%
2019
$1,710
83%
$49,400
35%
2016
$936
-42%
$36,600
7%
2017
$1,617
-5%
$34,200
-23%
2019
$1,710
4%
$44,200
45%
2015
$1,639
37%
$30,500
-1%
2012
$1,198
—
$30,700
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853 Prospect Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (MLS# 26035992) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 853 Prospect Avenue NE is currently listed for $249,900 and was received on July 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 853 Prospect Avenue NE? 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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