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$3,177 Closing Credit¹
#65025023099, Brian T DeSmit, Listing Office: Apex Realty Group
$265,000 List price
637 Prospect Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503
$3,147
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full
1,199 sqft
0.1 acres
$221 / sqft
House
Property details
About 637 Prospect Ave NE
Prime Location! Move-In Ready Home in the Belknap NeighborhoodThis fully city-certified rental (valid through 4/15/2028) offers an impressive history of renting for over $2,000 per month if rented by the bedroom. Ideally located just one block from GVSU Finkelstein Hall and three blocks from the Medical Mile, this 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom home places you minutes from downtown entertainment, shopping, and dining.Recently updated with fresh paint and new flooring (including the living room, kitchen, and upstairs bedrooms), the property features a spacious main floor layout with a large living area, separate dining space, and well-appointed kitchen. Practical amenities include main-floor laundry, off-street parking, and handy storage sheds. Major home systemsincluding the furnace, roof, windows, and electrical panelhave been updated to ensure lasting value. Whether you're seeking a reliable income property or a comfortable home in a prime neighborhood, this one checks all the boxes.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
Size1,199 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1890
MLS #66025013031
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- List Price: $265,000
- Price/SqFt: $221
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,879
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: 196 to college ave north, take a left on hastings, follow right to trowbridge, turn right on prospect.
- Year Built: 1890
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,199 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
- MLS Number: 66025013031
- MLS Name: Greater Kalamazoo Association of REALTORS
- Office Name: Zac Folsom Group
- Office Phone: (269) 241-3493
- Listing Agent: Zac L Folsom
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 01, 2023 | Home Sold | $190,000 |
| Aug 27, 2019 | Home Sold | $142,000 |
| Jan 17, 2013 | Home Sold | $29,000 |
| Mar 20, 2008 | Home Sold | $80,000 |
| Nov 26, 2007 | Home Sold | $31,654 |
| Jun 02, 2005 | Home Sold | $70,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $89,900 | $1,879 |
| 2023 | $79,600 | $1,879 |
| 2022 | $63,500 | $1,879 |
| 2021 | $55,800 | $1,715 |
| 2020 | $54,500 | $1,715 |
| 2019 | $50,600 | $1,621 |
| 2018 | $38,800 | $1,629 |
| 2017 | $37,700 | $1,552 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Coit Creative Arts Academy
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•617 Coit Ave NE
2
East Leonard Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•410 Barnett St NE
3
Kent Hills Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.2 mi
•1445 Emerald Ave NE
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $26,809. Typical income of Grand Rapids, MI residents is less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
67%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
7%
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?
55%
Single, No Kids
24%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
21%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
37%
18-34 yrs old
29%
35-64 yrs old
3%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
H&M
Foot Locker
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Boston Market
Popeyes
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Honda
Nissan
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 637 Prospect Ave NE
The listing price of 637 Prospect Ave NE property is $265,000.
The property 637 Prospect Ave NE is a house located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503.
Active Listing: 637 Prospect Ave NE is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 637 Prospect Ave NE are: Coit Creative Arts Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East Leonard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Kent Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Center for Economicology (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Martin Luther King Leadership Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Grand Rapids Montessori Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bethany Based School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,879 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 1, 2023 for $190,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 637 Prospect Ave NE has 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 637 Prospect Ave NE is 1,199 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 637 Prospect Ave NE is 1890.
This home is located at 637 Prospect Ave NE in Grand Rapids, MI and zip code 49503 in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood. This 1,199 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $265,000.
Grand Rapids, MI housing market in April 2025 saw over 167 listings sold above listed price, more than 57 sold at listed price and over 94 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Grand Rapids, MI between March and April 2025 increased by 11.4%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 21 days, the median list price was $310,440.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.