$2,850

closing credit¹

1740 Martin Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507

$240,000
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,427 sqft
0.1 acres
$168 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1740 Martin Ave SE

Check out this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in a prime southeast Grand Rapids location! Just north of Alger Heights and near Garfield Park, it offers easy access to downtown, shopping, and dining. Inside, enjoy a spacious living room, dining room, kitchen and half bath on the main floor. Upstairs you'll find the full bathroom with 3 bedrooms. The partially finished basement adds space for a rec room, workout area, or playroom. Relax in the three-season porch and enjoy the two-stall detached garage and convenience of off street parking. While some updates are needed, this home is a great opportunity to build sweat equity. All appliances, including washer/dryer, stay. Don't miss out--schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,427 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.12 Acres
Year built1949
ParkingConcrete, Detached, Garage Faces Front
MLS #65025003666
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 65025003666
  • MLS Name: Greater Regional Alliance of REALTORS
  • Office Name: Bellabay Realty (North)
  • Office Phone: (616) 719-1022
  • Listing Agent: Brittany Arraut

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 12, 2021
Home Sold
$170,000
Jul 18, 2018
Home Sold
$90,000
May 09, 2013
Home Sold
$35,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$88,200$1,532
2023$77,100$1,532
2022$67,200$1,532
2021$59,000$1,575
2020$51,000$1,575
2019$43,600$1,518
2018$38,400$928
2017$36,200$863

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Brookside Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

2505 Madison Ave SE

4

Mulick Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

1761 Rosewood Ave SE

2

Buchanan Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.2 mi

1775 Buchanan Ave SW

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $45,860. Residents of Grand Rapids, MI typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

35%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

42%
Single, No Kids
27%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

19%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • DodgeDodge
  • NissanNissan

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1740 Martin Ave SE

This home is located at 1740 Martin Ave SE in Grand Rapids, MI and zip code 49507 in the Garfield Park neighborhood. This 1,427 square foot home, which was built in 1949, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 31, 2025 and is currently priced at $240,000.

In January 2025, from all listings sold in Grand Rapids, MI there were more than 49 sold above asking price, over 96 sold below and more than 32 were sold right at the asked price. Between December and January 2025, Grand Rapids, MI real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 10.4%. While the average time on the market in January 2025 was 39 days, the median list price was $312,868.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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